Walking football team provided with new kit from care home

Sunnybank House care home in Fair Oak has given their support to the Eastleigh Mobility Football Group.

This sponsorship saw the care home provide a new kit for the group, which is made up of players with a range of health conditions including Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis.

Walking football squad steps up with new gear and fresh support (Image: Sunnybank House) The group was formed to give people who thought they would never play competitive sport again a chance to play.

Eastleigh manager Fiona Wingent said: "It was so rewarding to see so many people, players, and their families enjoying a great sporting experience."

Home admissions advisor, Jessica Wooldridge, added that they were "delighted" to support the group and that it fits in with their aim to help the local community.

Eastleigh player Paul Shillabeer said: "Scoring a penalty wearing a proper kit made me feel like Matt Le Tissier."