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In front of an unusually large partisan crowd, Melksham 65s made their team debut vs Calne at Devizes. Many of the Calne team had played the day before in the Gloucs League, and with 5 of our 7 being north of 70, the question was whether we could keep up with the fresh and youthful legs (including Abbi's) of Melksham. Tense start between these local rivals. We played three periods, and our game plan was to build on our defensive strengths, contain Melksham forwards and get counter attack quickly. First period we went 2 v 0 up through two fine goals by the returning Paul, the first from Richard's interception, and the second from a through ball from Graham. Paul hit the bar three times as we nullified Melksham attacks and countered quickly. Same pattern of play for the second period. We went 3 v 0 up through a first time shot from Graham, taking advantage of slack passing in the Melksham midfield. The third period opened up, but Melksham couldn’t find a way through and Paul rou...

Bill, Collin, Rich, Graham, John, Rob, Beefy, Laurence, Bob, Abbi. Hel, Sion, Paul, Martin, Simon. Calne Town FC hosted their annual end of season charity day for Wiltshire Air Ambulance , a charity close to the club's heart. As well as bbq, beer and banter, three games were played through the afternoon, with the walking football sandwiched between two running games (with full-on tackling and above head height also allowed!) .   The walking football was, as usual, a good game played between Calne and Melksham, even though a few of the younger spectators dared to suggest there was some running!  Regardless, the final score was CTWFC 2 v 1 MWFC, and after the game players from both teams had a drink together, discussing the age old question; what does and does not constitute 'running'?  Cheers! A big thank you to  Calne Town FC  for hosting the event,  Melksham Walking Football Club for supplying the markers, the goalposts AND the opposition, and Graham...

Back: Laurence E, Kevin G, Martin P, Rob S, Charlie N, Alan B. Front: Paul W, Graham N, Andy G, Jeff D, Mark K, Abbi H. Melksham, Swindon, Cirencester Phoenix, and Jeff's and Alan's Calne teams all met on a sunny Monday morning at Beversbrook, Calne. It was an enjoyable morning of 65s football (with a few 60s concessions) with Swindon and Al's Calne playing out a draw in the final, and agreeing to retire immediately to the pub rather than go through a penalty shootout. So, players, referees and supporters headed off to a local hostelry for a refreshing beverage and a bite to eat - the way it should be! 

THE WALKING FOOTBALL CLUBS OF EXETER, CALNE AND MELKSHAM Fresh sea breezes, sunshine, good food, excellent company - the football wasn't bad either! A few days in Torquay at the Hampton By Hilton   with our friends and neighbours Melksham Walking Football Club, all provided the framework for an enjoyable weekend.   Arriving on Friday with wives and partners (WAPS!) we relaxed and, to aid the process, enjoyed a drink or two - not all of which was alcoholic. The following morning both teams prepared for the games ahead with a one hour session of yoga, stretching, and relaxation.  THE MIXED ABILITY YOGA CLASS This turned out to be hugely beneficial as later that afternoon both teams won every game! An overall winner was never decided as CTWFC and MWFC didn't get to play each other. None the less, it's the taking part that matters and it was a very enjoyable set of games against the two teams fielded by our hosts, Exeter Strollers . CALNE TOWN AND MELKSHAM WF TEAMS The ...