Preparation for Round Four of the Dorset 50s Walking Football League was an anxious time for manager Andy Madden. Initially only six players were available for selection, and none of those was a recognised goalkeeper. That was followed up by two members of the squad picking up hamstring injuries! So, with a squad of just…
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Despite recent on-field results being disappointing, the strength of Dexter Sports Walking Football Club continues to grow off the field. Growing Membership Base In the January committee meeting, Dave was pleased to announce our membership had grown to over 50 people. With 36 of those making themselves available for tournaments – that’s a 50% increase…
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The 60s team travelled to Weymouth on 21 January for the third round of matches in the Dorset Walking Football League. The weather was cold, with a bitter wind playing its part on the day. The team had three matches scheduled, including one against Eastleigh, who had swept aside the 60s team 5-0 earlier in…
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The 21 January 2024 is Helen Stewart’s 83rd birthday. Helen is the wife of former F1 champion, Jackie Stewart. Helen has Dementia. Her birthday is used each year to raise awareness of Dementia and it’s devastating effects, through the fundraising efforts of Race Against Dementia. What is Dementia? It’s estimated that nearly one million people…
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The Dexter Sports 50s Walking Football Team travelled to Weymouth on Sunday 15 January for the third round of ties in the Dorset Walking Football League, where the weather was bitterly cold, barely rising above 4°C. Here you can read an overview of the matches and progress being made, through the eyes of 50s Manager,…
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Forty years ago, Blue Monday was a track by New Order. In the early eighties virtually nobody was talking about mental health. Fast forward to now and Blue Monday is more than just the best selling 12 inch of all time. What is Blue Monday? Back in 2004 Sky Travel asked psychologist Cliff Arnall to…
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Dry January is an annual effort by AlcoholChange.org.uk encouraging people to give up booze for January and experience the benefits of an alcohol-free month. On face value, giving up drink for a bit seems like a great idea, especially when you see some of the benefits below, but it’s not for everyone. Read on to…
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As Summer turned into Autumn, Dexter Sports Walking Football Club had a little coverage in the local press. We appeared in both the October and November editions of the Creekmoor and Canford Heath Link magazines. Here you can see what was printed… Walking Football? Is that a thing? The short answer is yes! If your…
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On the pitch it’s been a tricky start to the 2023/24 league season for DSWFC, but there are things in place to make the future look rosey. The start of the season has been particularly disappointing for both the Over 50s and Over 60s teams. Just three points from the opening 12 matches between the…
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If you’re reading this, then you’ll already be aware Dexter Sports Walking Football Club have a new online home. Welcome to our new website… These are exciting times for our club. Over the last few months we’ve launched a new Facebook Page, welcomed new managers to both the Over 50s and Over 60s teams, restructured…
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