Vernons

Vernons, often referred to as Vernons FC, was an English football club based in Birmingham. The club was founded in 1919 and played its home games at the Vernons Sports Ground. Vernons FC competed in various amateur and semi-professional leagues throughout its existence. The club primarily participated in the Birmingham Combination league and later the West Midlands (Regional) League. Their history is marked by consistent participation in local cup competitions as well. Vernons FC was known for its community involvement and served as a local sporting institution for many years. The club's playing colours varied over time, but they were often associated with blue and white. Vernons FC ceased to exist in the early 1980s, and its exact date of dissolution is often cited as 1983. The closure of the club marked the end of an era for football in that particular part of Birmingham.