The 2025 season was a landmark year for FC LeKi. Against considerable challenges, our team demonstrated

resilience, determination, and collective effort, culminating in a successful promotion to Kolmonen. This

achievement reflects the hard work of our players, staff, and the wider FC LeKi community.

Our preparation period was long and demanding. The winter was difficult, and our pre-season did not unfold

as smoothly as hoped. Nonetheless, our technical staff introduced an intensive training program that pushed

players beyond previous limits. For many, this level of commitment and professionalism was new, but it laid

the groundwork for reduced injuries and improved fitness throughout the season.

Friendly matches served primarily as opportunities to monitor fitness levels and team dynamics rather than

results. By contrast, the Suomi-Cup provided a vital testing ground. The board had set a realistic target of

reaching the third round, balancing ambition with our limited squad size and the approaching league

campaign. That objective was met, and the performance of our players in the Cup gave the group confidence

and strengthened team spirit.

• Champions of Nelonen Pirkanmaa. FC LeKi secured first place and the league title, ensuring

promotion to Kolmonen.

• Suomi-Cup Achievement. The club met its target of reaching the third round, showing resilience

against tough opposition.

• Top Scorer of the Suomi-Cup 2025. Our very own Vili Vaittinen claimed national recognition by

finishing as the top scorer of the entire competition, with an outstanding 13 goals. This is an

extraordinary accomplishment that brought pride not only to our club but also to Pirkanmaa football.

Despite the successes on the field, we also encountered challenges of it. As a club with new leadership, we

faced some of the realities of lower-league football in Finland. While the club’s guiding principle has always

been 100% Commitment, not all players consistently met this standard. In some cases, this led to disciplinary

action, including the release of players who failed to respect the values of FC LeKi or the authority of the

coaching staff.

In addition to sporting challenges, the club also had to manage unexpected financial burdens. Several

unforeseen bills placed extra strain on our limited resources, reminding us of the importance of careful

budgeting, transparent communication, and forward planning. These experiences provided valuable lessons

for the administration and emphasised the need for sustainable structures moving forward.

Based on these experiences, and in line with our ambition to build a sustainable and professional club, the

FC LeKi Board of Directors has agreed on the following measures for the upcoming season:

1. Equal Responsibility for All Players

◦ Every player, whether new or returning, will contribute equally to the costs of participation.

Each player must pay an annual club fee of 450 €.

◦ Breakdown: 200 € (training facilities), 150 € (home & away jerseys + socks), 100 €

(tracksuit).

2. Self-Management of Registration & Insurance

◦ Each player will be responsible for his own registration and insurance through Palloliitto.

3. Merit-Based Selection

◦ Payment of the club fee does not guarantee playing time. Team selection will always be

based on performance, discipline, and commitment to the values of FC LeKi.

FC LeKi is more than a football team. We are a community built on commitment, respect, teamwork, and

ambition. Every player, coach, and volunteer is expected to embody these values, ensuring that our club

grows not only in sporting success but also in character.

As a club deeply rooted in Lempäälä, we are proud to contribute to the sporting culture of the region.

Football is not only about winning matches but about creating opportunities for young people, strengthening

local identity, and offering positive pathways for development. FC LeKi is committed to continuing this role

as a reliable and ambitious community partner.

One of FC LeKi’s central missions is to develop players and provide opportunities for growth. Our focus is

on building individuals who are physically strong, tactically intelligent, and mentally resilient. For some, FC

LeKi is a stepping stone to higher levels of football; for others, it is a lifelong home. In both cases, we are

committed to supporting our players’ journeys.

The Board of Directors wishes to express its sincere gratitude to all who contributed to this season’s success.

Our players, coaching staff, and volunteers devoted their time and energy with passion. Our supporters gave

encouragement in moments both difficult and triumphant.

We extend a special thank you to the City of Lempäälä and the City of Vesilahti for providing training and

match facilities. We also warmly thank LeKi-futis for their invaluable support during the winter months

through the use of their indoor facilities and booking time. Without these partnerships, our progress would

not have been possible.

Finally, we recognise the families of our players, whose patience and support enable their loved ones to give

so much to the club. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed.

Promotion to Kolmonen is an important step, but it is not the destination. FC LeKi’s long-term vision is

ambitious: to become the number one club in Scandinavia.

This bold goal will not be achieved overnight, but through consistent effort, strong values, disciplined

management, and the gradual building of infrastructure, we believe it is possible. Every decision made today

from youth development to financial discipline is taken with this vision in mind.

We invite everyone to be part of this journey:

• Players, who want to develop and commit.

• Supporters, whose voices inspire us.

• Families, who stand behind our players.

• Sponsors and partners, who share our vision and want to grow alongside us.

• Volunteers, without whom the club cannot function.

Together, we made history in 2025. Together, we will build a future where FC LeKi is not only a respected

name in Pirkanmaa, but a force in Finnish and Scandinavian football.

September 2025