As we approach the ‘tournament season’ it is a good time to reflect on our achievements and look to the future. It is nearly four years since the first Walking Footballers stepped out on to the Astro-turf at the José Arcanjo Stadium, Olhão, and no one could have imagined the progress that has been made thanks to the combined effort of many individuals.
Rotherham have Rollicking Good Time
Browns Vilamoura (in blue), Mature Millers (in red) and East Algarve Walking Football (in white)
A group of seventeen Walking Footballers, all over 60 years of age, from the Mature Millers (Rotherham United FC Community Sports programme) descended on Olhão for two days of friendly but competitive sport organised by East Algarve Walking Football. Continue reading “Rotherham have Rollicking Good Time”
Spring/Easter meal and get together
We now have details for the Spring/Easter dinner to be held on Thursday April 12th, 7.00 for 7.30 pm
EAWF Polo shirts on sale
The latest must-have fashion item is now available to buy!
2018 Calendars now on sale
The EAWF 2018 Calendars are now available to purchase. They cost €10 each, €5 of which will go to charity. Continue reading “2018 Calendars now on sale”
A Cracker of a Night!
The prestigious Zimmer Awards – walking football’s equivalent of the Oscars – were the highlight of the East Algarve Walking Football Christmas Dinner in Olhão recently. Continue reading “A Cracker of a Night!”
British Ambassador meeting with the British community here in the Algarve
As formal withdrawal negotiations continue, the British Ambassador, Kirsty Hayes, will be in the Algarve on Thursday, 30 November, to meet members of the local British community to respond to questions and concerns about the UK’s exit from the European Union.
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A Double Tragedy
The Walking Football fraternity was dealt a double blow last week when, on two separate occasions, members collapsed and died.
Christmas dinner tickets: payment needed
Thanks to everyone who has ordered tickets for the Xmas Dinner to be held on December 7th. Can we request that anyone who is still to pay for their tickets does so by Monday December 4th at the latest. Tickets will only be issued on payment. If you have a problem getting payment to us (i.e. you are in the UK or similar), please let Sue know by emailing her (click here).
Also, we are still asking for any old Xmas decorations you may have that you could donate, or if you have an artistic bent and would like to make some table decorations please get in touch with Sue on the email above. It would be nice to feel really festive on the night.
We thank you as always.
Xmas dinner appeal
Has anyone got any old, unwanted Christmas decorations? We will gladly take them off your hands to decorate the restaurant up a bit for our do. Please let Sue know, or bring them to any of our sessions.
For all info on getting your tickets for the big bash, please see our earlier post here