Author: Dave Parks

John Burkett represented England 70’s beating the Republic of Ireland 1-0 at Coventry 30 July 2023.

Wakering 70’s took part in the newly formed EWFL 70’s league at Melbourne Park Chelmsford 20 April 2022. Wakering in their all new black kit played 3 matches, first against Billericay who they beat 4-0, then against Paringdon Pirates winning 2-0 and the final match against Grays winning 1-0 Goal scorers were Billy Tyrrell 4, …

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Wakering 50’s started their 2022 campaign with 2 draws which sees them in 5th place in division 1. Wakering’s first match was against Beaconhill Rovers who showed resilience on the back foot for 90% of the game unable to contain Wakering’s fast pace pass and move game. Wakering had several good attempts on goal, thwarted …

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Wakering were invited to participate in an Xmas mixed aged friendly tournament against teams from the Essex Walking Football League at Garons Park. Wakering in the true spirit of Xmas entered 2 teams using a mixture of 18 players, 3 50’s, 6 over 60’s, 4 over 65’s and 6 over 70’s. The teams were mixed …

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John Burkett, Phil Pearce and Mark Hughes travelled to Birmingham Sunday 31 October 2021 following their selection into the SE England 70’s Walking Football Team who is based at Billericay Town FC. The 1st round of the National Super League for the over 70’s was held at Solihull Football Centre Birmingham. The National Regional teams …

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