Salford City Roosters
English amateur rugby league club
Salford City Roosters are an amateur rugby league football club from Eccles in the City of Salford, Greater Manchester. The club currently competes in the North West Men's League. The club also operates a number of Junior teams.
History
Salford City Roosters traces its roots back to 1977 when it began as G.E.C in the NWCL. Despite humble beginnings, the club emerged as the most successful in Manchester & District League history.
The early years saw G.E.C struggle, finishing at the bottom of Division 3 in their inaugural season and repeating a wooden spoon place the following year. However, determination prevailed, leading to a mid-table finish in Division 4. The club's popularity surged, prompting the formation of an 'A' team in Division 4. Concurrently, the first team secured promotion back into Division 3.
In a transformative moment, Rod & Alfrieda Kindon, alongside a dedicated committee, discovered a derelict open-air school in Eccles. Through hard work and volunteer efforts, this site became the former clubhouse, marking a turning point as the club was renamed Eccles ARLFC.
The 1980–81 season proved historic as Eccles went undefeated to claim their first league title.
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