Ladies' walking football training kicks off

Sleaford Academicals Walking Football Club held their first ladies’ training session earlier this month.

By the end of the evening all attending said it was a huge success and they could not wait for more.

Ten ladies attended the one-hour session.

Some had experience of walking football but most were trying it out for the first time .

“It was great to see mums playing and training alongside daughters,” said Accies president Tripps Mason.

“The club is committed to trying to provide ladies walking football, which grows in popularity across the country.

“And on this showing the lads will soon be the second best team in town “

Laura-Jane Blankley attending for the first time .

She said “ My dad nagged me to go, but now I’ve been its great and Im looking forward to next week already.”

Everyone is welcome to attend.

Anyone interested can contact 07547 643345 or visit the Sleaford Academical Walking Football Club Facebook page for up to date information.