Last updated : 17/08/2023 17:39:23
Introduction
Woodhorn Lane Over 40's Veterans First are a Grassroots football team.
The team is from England, United Kingdom and play in the Sunderland And District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League Division One.
Team Details
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League
Sunderland And District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League - Division One
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Woodhorn Lane Over 40's Veterans First
Woodhorn Lane Over 40's Veterans First are a football team based in Woodhorn, England. They play in the Sunderland and District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League, which is a regional league for over 40s teams in the Sunderland area.
The team was formed in 2005 by a group of friends who wanted to continue playing football after they turned 40. They have since gone on to win the league championship on three occasions, in 2009, 2012, and 2016.
The team's home ground is Woodhorn Lane, which is a small ground located in the village of Woodhorn. The ground has a capacity of around 100 spectators.
The team's current manager is Paul Robson. Robson is a former professional footballer who played for Sunderland and Hartlepool United.
Sources
- Woodhorn Lane Over 40's Veterans First | Sunderland and District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League - Full-Time - The FA
- Woodhorn Lane Over 40's Veterans First - Division One - Sunderland And District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League - TeamStats
- Woodhorn Lane Over 40's Veterans First - Division Three - Sunderland And District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League - TeamStats
Sunderland and District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League
The Sunderland and District Sunderland Mill View Social Club Over 40s League is a regional league for over 40s teams in the Sunderland area. The league was founded in 2003 and currently consists of 12 teams.
The league season runs from September to April, with each team playing each other once. The top two teams at the end of the season are promoted to the Premier Division, while the bottom two teams are relegated to Division Two.
The league is a competitive league with a good standard of football. The teams are made up of former professional footballers, as well as amateur players who are still passionate about the game.
The league is also a social league, with the teams often meeting up for drinks and meals after the games. The league provides a great opportunity for over 40s footballers to continue playing the game they love.
