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Wikipedia - Leicester Nirvana F.C.
Leicester Nirvana Football Club is a football club based in the Hamilton area of Leicester in Leicestershire. Formed in 2008 by a merger of Thurnby Rangers and Leicester Nirvana and initially known as Thurnby Nirvana, they are currently members of the United Counties League Premier Division South and play at Hamilton Park.
History
Thurnby Rangers
Thurnby Rangers were established as a Sunday league team and played at Dakyn Road in Leicester. They won the Charnwood Sunday League Premier Division in 1988–89 and went on to win the title in each of the next three seasons. After finishing as runners-up in 1992–93, the club switched to Saturday football, joined Division One of the Leicester & District League. They won the division at the first attempt and were promoted to the Premier Division. The following season saw them win the Premier Division title, earning promotion to Division One of the Leicestershire Senior League.
Thurnby won the Division One title and the Leicestershire & Rutland Saturday Shield in 1995–96, but were unable to take promotion to the Premier Division. They were runners-up the following season, and after winning Division One again in 2000–01, the club were promoted to the Premier Division. They won the League Cup and the Leicestershire and Rutland Senior Cup in 2001–02 and were Premier Division champions in 2004–05. The following season saw them win the Leicestershire and Rutland Senior Cup again.
Leicester Nirvana
FC Nirvana were established the mid-1980s, having grown out of the Red Star youth group, and played at Victoria Park. The club joined Division One of the Mutual League in 1984 and were runners-up in their first season, earning promotion to the Premier Division. They won the Premier Division title in 1986–87 and were runners-up the following season. After finish third in 1988–89 the club moved up to Division One of the Central Midlands League and were renamed Leicester Nirvana. They were Division One runners-up in their first season in their first season in the league. The following season saw the club resign mid-season; however, they were allowed to rejoin the league for the 1991–92 season, which saw them placed in the Premier Division South. The club left the league at the end of the season, having decided to focus on youth football.
Merged club
In 2008 Thurnby Rangers and Leicester Nirvana merged to form Thurnby Nirvana, retaining Rangers' place in the Premier Division of the Leicestershire Senior League, although Leicester Nirvana continued as a youth club. In 2009–10 they finished third in the Premier Division and were promoted to the East Midlands Counties League. The club won the League Cup in 2010–11 and the league title in 2013–14, earning promotion to the Premier Division of the United Counties League. They were runners-up in the Premier Division the following season. At the end of the season the club were renamed Leicester Nirvana. They were Premier Division runners-up again in 2015–16, missing out on the title on goal difference.
League reorganisation saw the Premier Division split in 2021, with Nirvana becoming members of the Premier Division North. At the end of the 2022–23 season they were transferred to the Premier Division South.
Welcome to Leicester Nirvana, a dynamic and passionate soccer team based in the heart of Leicester. Founded with the vision of fostering talent and promoting the beautiful game, Leicester Nirvana is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for players of all ages and skill levels.
Our team embodies the spirit of teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship. With a diverse roster of players, we celebrate the rich cultural tapestry of our community, bringing together individuals from various backgrounds who share a common love for soccer. Our coaching staff is committed to developing players both on and off the field, focusing on skill enhancement, tactical awareness, and personal growth.
Leicester Nirvana competes in local leagues and tournaments, showcasing our commitment to excellence and our drive to succeed. We pride ourselves on our competitive spirit while maintaining a strong emphasis on fun and camaraderie. Our home games are a vibrant celebration of soccer, drawing enthusiastic supporters who cheer us on with unwavering loyalty.
As we continue to grow and evolve, Leicester Nirvana remains dedicated to nurturing the next generation of soccer stars, instilling values of hard work, respect, and perseverance. Join us on our journey as we strive for greatness, both as a team and as a community. Together, we are Leicester Nirvana—where passion meets purpose on the pitch!