Nantwich Walking Football Club is proving more popular than ever as it nears its 10th year in existence, writes Barbara Barlow.
The club was formed in 2015 by Ray Sheppard, who is chairman, along with five or six older men who wanted to continue playing at an easier pace…
Now the club boasts well over 40 members with games, tournaments and events aplenty throughout the year.
The club has grown significantly and how has a team of volunteers with formal roles for accounts, team development, communications, management of kit, coaches, qualified referees and qualified first aiders.
Sessions are held every Tuesday at the Vagrants sports club in Willaston between 5-6pm.
And the latest challenge is maintaining a balance of players for the two pitches in use.
For those wanting more than a Tuesday session, all male and all female competitive teams from the club are entered into regional festivals, leagues and competitions.
Friendly matches against other nearby teams also feature…
FULL STORY at source: https://thenantwichnews.co.uk/2024/04/07/nantwich-walking-football-club-taking-major-steps-forward/
Author: The Walking Football
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