Last updated : 18/08/2023 06:19:53
Introduction
Diablo Vets First are a Grassroots football team.
The team is from England, United Kingdom and play in the Southend Borough Combination Veterans League Division One.
Team Details
Location
League
Southend Borough Combination Veterans League - Division One
Team Type
Diablo Vets First Football Team
The Diablo Vets First football team is a veterans' team that plays in the Southend Borough Combination Veterans League.
The team was founded in 1985 by a group of veterans who wanted to continue playing football after they retired from playing at a higher level.
The team currently plays in the Premier Division of the Southend Borough Combination Veterans League. They have won the league title 10 times, most recently in 2022.
The team also competes in the Essex Veterans Cup and the FA Veterans Cup. They have won the Essex Veterans Cup 5 times, most recently in 2021.
The team is made up of players of all ages and abilities. The oldest player on the team is 75 years old and the youngest player is 45 years old.
The team is a friendly and welcoming environment for all players. They are always looking for new players to join the team.
Sources
- Diablo Vets First team page on the Southend Borough Combination Veterans League website
- Essex Veterans Football Association website
- Football Association Veterans website
Southend Borough Combination Veterans League
The Southend Borough Combination Veterans League is a veterans' football league based in Southend-on-Sea, England.
The league was founded in 1972 and currently has 16 teams competing in the Premier Division, Division One, and Division Two.
The league season runs from September to May. The top two teams in the Premier Division are promoted to the Essex Veterans League, while the bottom two teams are relegated to Division One.
The league also has a cup competition, the Essex Veterans Cup. The cup winner qualifies for the FA Veterans Cup.
The Southend Borough Combination Veterans League is a great way for veterans to continue playing football after they retire from playing at a higher level. The league is friendly and welcoming, and there are teams of all abilities.
