Hungerford Town Football Club’s Walking Football team are going from strength to strength.
They faced Lambourn in a derby last week, coming out 5-1 winners in an excellent display.
Goals from Mark Carolan, Roger Titford and a hat-trick from Adam Wilks built a lead, before Lambourn replied through a Dave Summers penalty.
Captain Dave Allen spoke to us about the sport’s rules and benefits, as well as how people can get involved and give the game a go.
“It’s very minimal contact. No tackling from behind or from the side”, said Allen, captain of the side since its inception two years ago.
“The ball can’t go above head height. It’s all to minimise any risk of injury.
“It’s aimed at the over 50s, but it’s a team made up of all ages and abilities.
“We’ve had a 78-year-old play with us. An opponent had an 82-year-old. We cater to everyone!”
“The men’s side train every Monday night, 7-8pm on the John O’Gaunt artificial pitch. People should contact Dave on oldcasual@icloud.com.
The women’s team train every Thursday night at Hungerford Youth Centre, 7-8pm. Those interested should contact Martin on Martin.brailli@btinternet.com.”
FULL STORY at source: https://www.newburytoday.co.uk/sport/walking-football-is-on-the-rise-at-hungerford-town-9376518/
Author: The Walking Football
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