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BEMERTON PROMOTED

April 26, 2023

Bemerton Heath Harlequins have received automatic promotion into the Southern League Division One South.


Quins secured the runners-up spot following a dramatic final night of Premier Division fixtures on Tuesday evening, deposing long-time leaders, AFC Portchester, 3-0 at Moon Park to leapfrog their opponents in the table.


The Wiltshire-based side were seemingly all set for a play-off fixture with a Southern League side - the winners of which would take a place in Step 4 for 2023/24.


However, following FA correspondence on Wednesday afternoon, Bemerton received automatic promotion by virtue of their superior points-per-game.


LEAGUE STANDINGS - HOW THEY FINISHED


It's the second successive promotion for the Club, having collected the Division One title only 12 months ago - and will join Horndean in starting next season in Step 4 - both side's highest ever level - following one of the most keenly fought title races in Wessex League history.


Our congratulations to both Horndean and Bemerton Heath Harlequins on their promotions.


Article Photo: Nathan Lipsham

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