The “Newmedica” WPGA 5 a Side Football tournament, sponsored by Hasti-Insurance Pershore, took place today, Sunday 13th July.

Despite the hot weather, competition was fast and furious during the group stages.

In the final, Eckington played Evesham Bengeworth, and with the scores level at fulltime, the result was decided on penalties which Eckington won 5-4.

Sedgeberrow the beat Bredon 2-0 and Broadway beat Hill & Moor on penaltise 3-0.

The last match saw Fladbury beat Norton & Lenchwick 2-0.

Results:

1 Eckington 16pts

2 Eve Bengworth 15pts

3 Sedgeberrow 14pts

4 Bredon 13pts

5 Broadway 12pts

6 Hill & Moor 11pts

7 Fladbury 10pts

8 Norton & Lenchwick 9pts

Withdrew:

Bretforton

Harvington

Honeybourne

Inkberrow.

Congratulations to those teams who braved the heat and secured valuable point for their Parishes. A special mention to Team Norton & Lenchwick who entered the event for the first time.

Our thanks to Evesham United FC for hosting the event and to the Referees.