Monday 7th October 2013 was a day to remember for Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC.
The Civil Service, along with the Football Association, celebrated their 150th anniversary. As a result, HRH Prince William invited Civil Service to play a Glemnet Southern Amateur Football League Senior Division 1 home game at Buckingham Palace.
We were lucky enough to be the opposition for this match – not only because our first team are in the same division, but because we too have a rich history of 138 years and counting!
The first team put in a fantastic performance, winning the game 2-1 to take the 3 points.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association awarded medals to 150 grassroots heroes for their outstanding contribution and service to football. The Ceremony at Buckingham Palace took place as part of The FA's 150th anniversary at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England.
FA Grassroots Heroes Reception
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge in his role as The President of The Football Association attends the first ever football match at Buckingham Palace between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC as part of The FA's 150th anniversary and an awards ceremony celebrating football's grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace on October 7, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Paul Gilham - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
Whilst we are proud of our first teams achievement at such a world renowned venue, we cannot thank Civil Service FC enough for inviting us to take part in such a prestigious occasion. We’re just sorry we took all the points!
The day was not all about the match – the focus pre-match was to honour 150 volunteers who dedicate their free time to supporting Grassroots Football. They were honoured by Prince William inside the Palace at a special ceremony. Congratulations to them all.
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