Gals FC is a recreational women's football club founded by Lorne Magill and Nora Beqaj, emphasizing enjoyment over competition by not keeping score. This unique approach has attracted over 200 active, paying members across London, Brighton, and Ipswich within two and a half years. Instead of referees, they use 'vibe protectors' to maintain a positive atmosphere. Their sessions are about fun and community engagement, with members celebrating every goal, regardless of the team. Gals FC plans to expand from 11 sessions a week to 50 due to high demand.
Instead of referees they have so-called vibe protectors, volunteers whose role is to protect the vibe at each session and make sure nobody takes things too seriously.
When anyone scores on either side, both teams are excited. They'll high five someone on the other team because they scored.
It's just a bunch of gals. We've trademarked our name, thank God, because it's such a big part of who we are.
Our first session was the most happiness and joy I'd felt in an hour. Now people have described it as their weekly happiness hit.
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