FOR the majority of clubs on the football pyramid, the last two seasons have been a story of cancellation, curtailment and expunction. 

This has meant uncertain times for thousands of grassroots and non-league teams beyond the Premier League and Football League, many of whom have been left in limbo.

Non-league clubs were the first to welcome fans back to their grounds and were able to set an example to other organisations looking to organise sporting events safely, but they were also the most affected whenever Covid-19 restrictions were ramped up.