Wikipedia - Bridport F.C.

Bridport Football Club is a football club based in Bridport, Dorset, England. Affiliated to the Dorset County Football Association, they are currently members of the South West Peninsula League Premier Division East and play at St Mary's Field.

History

The club was established on 7 October 1885. In 1896 they became founder members of the Dorset League. However, after finishing bottom of the league in 1897–98 the club left the league. They subsequently returned in 1906–07, but left after finishing bottom again. The club went on to play in the South Dorset and West Dorset leagues, before joining the Perry Street & District League. They were league champions in 1912–13, 1922–23 and 1931–32.

In 1957 Bridport were founder members of the Dorset Combination. They won the League Cup in the league's inaugural season, beating 15th RASC in the final, and retained the trophy the following season, defeating the same opponents. The club were league runners-up in 1959–60, and after finishing as runners-up the following season (also losing in the League Cup final to Dorchester Town reserves), they moved up to the Western League. The club won the league's Challenge Cup in 1970–71 and again in 1972–73. When the Western League gained a second division in 1976, Bridport were placed in the Premier Division. They won the Challenge Cup for a third time in 1977–78, and the Dorset Senior Cup in 1980–81.

Midway through the 1983–84 season Bridport resigned from the Western League, with the reserves (playing in the Dorset Combination) becoming the first team. They were Dorset Combination champions in 1985–86, and after retaining the league title and winning the League Cup for the next two seasons, as well as winning the Dorset Senior Cup in 1987–88, the club were promoted to Division One of the Western League. In 1993–94 they were Division One runners-up, earning promotion to the Premier Division. The club were relegated back to Division One at the end of the 2004–05 season, although they did win the Dorset Senior Cup again. They were promoted to the Premier Division in 2010–11 after finishing third in Division One. In 2021–22 the club were relegated to the Premier Division East of the South West Peninsula League, picking up just four points by early April.

Bridport Football Club, commonly known as Bridport, is a professional soccer team based in Great Britain. The team was founded in 1885 and has a rich history in English football. Bridport competes in various leagues and tournaments, showcasing their talent and passion for the sport.

The team's colors are red and white, and they are known for their attacking style of play and strong defensive tactics. Bridport has a dedicated fan base that supports them at every match, creating an electric atmosphere in the stadium.

Bridport has a strong squad of talented players who are committed to achieving success on the field. They have a reputation for producing young talent and nurturing them into top-level players.

Overall, Bridport is a respected and competitive team in Great Britain soccer, with a proud tradition and a bright future ahead.