HARTSHILL Strollers stalwart Bob Haywood has staged a comeback on the pitch – at the age of 80.
Bob, a member of the club for 10 years, hung up his boots a year ago, although ever since he has been a regular ref at friendlies and an enthusiastic supporter – with his lovely wife Linda – at big matches across the Midlands.
But he turned out for the club’s Healthwise group – just three days after becoming an octogenarian. Bob said:
“It was great to be back. I thoroughly enjoyed the session.”
“I joined Hartshill Strollers four months after it was formed and have been a member ever since.”
“Indeed, I am one of the club’s only four Life members.”
“I am the second longest-serving member, just behind club President Mark Grazier who founded Hartshill Strollers in early 2014.”
Bob added: “I have a host of medical conditions but my main affliction is being a keen but hopeless footballer.
“There’s no cure for that but the Healthwise group has been a great tonic. I recommend it to anyone.”
For all his renowned modesty, Bob is still only the third-oldest member of the Healthwise group. He won’t name his elders.
But the trio prove there’s hope – and walking football – for everyone.
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If you’re interested in giving Healthwise a try please call John on 07555451677 or Jay on 07921174074
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Author: The Walking Football
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