A very sporting and well represented Football Festival today on the Carrick Rangers FC artificial pitch.
Seven teams, including one from Scotland, participated in a round-robin competition.
CALA had two teams involved, with their “Coasters” squad winning the trophy, finishing just one point ahead of Bangor & Scrabo. The former took the silver medals on goal difference (but would also have secured the same on a head-to-head basis).
We were honoured that Communities Minister Gordon Lyons MLA was able to award the trophy & medals. The Minister also mentioned the importance clubs like those involved in the Walking Football community play in keeping people healthy and active. We very much appreciate him taking time to attend, and chat with some participants.
Thanks, too, to our club sponsor, Cannon Hyundai.
Today, we raised £276 for the Welcome Foundation for the homeless. This was very much appreciated by us – to all clubs which contributed.
Although CALA Coasters ended up winning the trophy, it’s still very much all about enjoying each others company and promoting walking football. Also, trying to recruit as many 50+ players to enjoy the game.
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Author: The Walking Football
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