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50s: DSWFC Bow Out After Regional Final Thriller

Dexter Sports 50s missed out on national finals qualification by the narrowest of margins following a high-octane 2–1 defeat to Clevedon & District in a pulsating Regional Final at Hamworthy. Don’t know what happened in the previous round? Take a read and see how we did in Round Four of the WFA National Cup. Dexters…
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60s: Grit and quality on show in the FA Walking Cup Dorset qualifiers

We recently took part in the Dorset qualifying round of the FA Walking Football Cup, facing a couple of tough fixtures in a highly competitive tournament. While the results didn’t quite reflect our overall play, there are an immense number of positives to take away as we continue to evolve in the 60s category. Tournament…
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Club Update: New Manager for Dexters 50s

Dexters Storm and Dexters Thunder now have a two-manager setup. For two years, one manager ran both teams. Splitting the role gives each team more focus for the 2026/27 season. The New Lineup Andy and Terry share the same views on football. They will work closely together to push both teams to the next level.…
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DSWFC Stars Honoured at Annual Presentation Evening

Silverware, standing ovations, and well-earned celebrations took centre stage at Hamworthy’s County Ground for the annual DSWFC Presentation Evening. The end-of-May event brought the curtain down on an unforgettable season, honouring everything from goalkeeping heroics and historic goal-scoring feats to the vital off-field dedication that powers the club. Golden Boots: Goalscoring Heroes The goalscoring awards…
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Comeback Kings! Dexter Sports Fight Back to Claim Dramatic Penalty Shootout Win

Dexter Sports Walking Football Club showed incredible resilience to overturn a two-goal deficit and secure a thrilling victory via a penalty shootout against Amesbury in the Third Round of the 50s WFA National Cup. DSWFC vs Amesbury: Match Report The match got off to a tough start for Dexter’s, with Amesbury taking an early lead…
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DSWFC: Part of the Dorset FA Football Club of the Year

Dexter Sports Football Club has been named the Dorset FA Club of the Year for 2026, a prestigious accolade that celebrates its exceptional contribution to grassroots football in Poole and Dorset. As proud members of the Dexter Sports family, we at Dexter Sports Walking Football Club (DSWFC) are thrilled to share in this incredible achievement.…
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Dexter’s Select Secure Silver at Dorchester Charity Tournament

A DSWFC select squad put on a superb display at the annual Dorchester Walking Football Charity Event, returning home with the runners-up trophy after an incredible run to the final. The annual seven-a-side tournament, brilliantly organized by Stan Newiss and Marie Canning, brought together 18 teams from as far afield as Barry, Marnhull, Swanage, and…
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Key Updates for Players: What Happened at the DWFL Referees Conference

The Dorset Walking Football League (DWFL) recently held its very first Referees Conference. Our officials play a massive role in keeping our games safe and fun. However, once their initial training ends, they haven’t had a formal way to meet, share ideas, or get extra support. This landmark meeting changed that. The goal was to…
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65s: Clean Sheet Record Carries Dexters to Cup Final at Littledown

The DSWFC 65s team traveled to Littledown for the season-closing tournament without manager Terry Benson, who was sunning himself in Majorca but closely following events via Tournify. The matchday squad welcomed back midfield general Andy Wilson following his recent foot operation. Andy’s presence had been sorely missed during the closing stages of the 65s league…
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65s: Benson hedges his bets by offering to quit!

The curtain has come down on the 65s Dorset Walking Football League season, and it was a day of mixed emotions at the County Ground as Dexter Sports secured a strong third-place finish. While the ultimate prize may have eluded them this time, the squad ended the campaign with their heads held high, proving they…
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