Ahead of the opening home friendly of pre-season against Blackpool on Saturday, Southport FC hosted a family fun day at the Merseyrail Community Stadium.



Youngsters were invited onto the pitch to take part in penalty shoot-out competitions and a keepie-up challenge.

Supporters also got involved with games of Fifa 17, while there were activities such as face painting and a bouncy castle.

The first-team players also took part with the pre-match activities as the club opened its doors ahead of the new season.



On Thursday, the club held a meet the manager event and Q&A session with the board. Supporters were able to speak to club board, as well as the new management team of Alan Lewer, Mark Wright, the Head of Development, and assistant John Durnin.

Thanks to all the supporters who attended the events.



Our Vanarama National League North season starts on Saturday August 5 at home to Boston United at 3pm.

Season tickets remain on sale at excellent value prices offering the equivalent of 11 matches for free and can be bought online HERE.

Photos by Julia Urwin