Burnham Ramblers Under 11 Blues debuted the kit this season thanks to sponsorship from housebuilder Bellway.

The players have been together since Under-7s and needed a new kit after outgrowing the old one.

Burnham Ramblers Under 11 Blues in their new kit (Image: Bellway)

Manager Derek Markey said: "This is our fifth year as a team and it’s the first time we have had a sponsor so we are extremely grateful to Bellway for their support.

"At this age, the children grow so quickly that you only get two years out of a kit at the most.

"This is the first time we have had a new kit and it’s very nice.

"Sponsorship like this absolutely keeps us going.

"At grassroots football if you don’t have businesses helping out, I can’t see how it would survive.

"It’s absolutely crucial."

Bellway’s £590 sponsorship paid for 14 complete home strips, including shirts, shorts and socks.

The kit features the club crest and Bellway logo on the front.

The sponsorship was organised through Bellway project manager Adam Hawkes, a Burnham resident whose son plays for the team.

Ed Brading, sales director for Bellway Essex, said: "Bellway and our people are right at the heart of their local communities and we pride ourselves on making a positive impact wherever we can.

"When Adam told us about the challenges facing his son’s football team and the valuable opportunities it offers to young people in the town, we were more than happy to offer our support.

"Our sponsorship will ensure the players have a high-quality and well-fitting kit for the next two seasons, which we hope will benefit them as they continue on their footballing journey."