Washington Deaf FC win the first tournament back at Washington Galleries.

It was a struggle to get teams in, but luckily, we managed to get four sides out, with Washington Deaf triumphant after two large victories. Sassco paced them until the end and were only a few goals away from a possible tournament win. However, Washington's 10-1 and 8-0 wins over Washington Athletic and Impact meant they took the title.

The opening game saw a surprise win for Washington Athletic over Impact. The latter were a put together team, but Washington Athletic were mainly veterans. However, Michael Walker's intensive PowerPoint tactics bore fruit as Athletic came from behind to take a 3-2 victory.

The second game saw the eventual winners and runners-up play out an entertaining 3-3 draw. Washington Deaf took the lead and Sassco.co.uk fought hard to get the equaliser...only to concede two more in succession. Sassco.co.uk then clawed one back before the eventual equaliser.

Sassco then defeated Impact heavily, before Washington Deaf did the same to Athletic. Washington Deaf then piled goals past Impact. The last game saw Sassco power ahead, after conceding, to score 8 past Washington Athletic, but it was too little and not enough time meaning Washington Deaf FC deservedly raised the fruit bowl for the first time since participation.

All six games are shown below.

The next tournament is taking place on 10th October. Get in touch if interested.

20-08-2023 14:00
Sassco Impact
Impact
2 - 3
Washington Athletic Seniors
Washington Athletic Seniors
20-08-2023 14:17
Washington Deaf FC
Washington Deaf FC
3 - 3
Sassco.co.uk
Sassco.co.uk
20-08-2023 14:34
Sassco Impact
Impact
1 - 8
Sassco.co.uk
Sassco.co.uk
20-08-2023 14:51
Washington Athletic Seniors
Washington Athletic Seniors
1 - 10
Washington Deaf FC
Washington Deaf FC
20-08-2023 15:08
Sassco Impact
Impact
0 - 8
Washington Deaf FC
Washington Deaf FC
20-08-2023 15:25
Sassco.co.uk
Sassco.co.uk
8 - 1
Washington Athletic Seniors
Washington Athletic Seniors
Rank Teams Played Won Drawn Lost Goal difference Points For Against
1 Washington Deaf FCWashington Deaf FC 3 2 1 0 17 7 21 4
2 Sassco.co.ukSassco.co.uk 3 2 1 0 14 7 19 5
3 Washington Athletic SeniorsWashington Athletic Seniors 3 1 0 2 -15 3 5 20
4 Sassco ImpactImpact 3 0 0 3 -16 0 3 19

Please note that this is not an officially organised tournament in that all teams pay per participant, and any insurance needs to be added by individual players if they wish to be covered, in a similar manner if they were playing 5-a-side with friends.

The venue we use is the Washington Leisure Centre, run by Everyone Active, based on the other side of Asda in the centre of Washington Galleries.

This brand-new centre was opened in 2015 after an £11m investment and it has everything you’ll need to stay active. It includes a state-of-the-art 63-station gym, as well as a 25m swimming pool that, along with its two flumes, also plays host to our award-winning swimming lessons, among other aquatic activities. They also boast a full group fitness programme, a sports hall that plays host to a number of activities – including five-a-side football and badminton – as well as two squash courts. Kids can enjoy our soft play area too, while adults can relax in our health suite after their workout.

The brand-new football facilities consist of six five-a-side pitches. These pitches play host to multiple leagues held throughout the week, while activities and services such as walking football, parties and child coaching and private hire are all available too.

Access is easy and the onsite car park should be have spaces. However, if not, then it’s recommended to park in front of the ASDA section and walk along the ramp.

Washington Leisure Centre

Town Centre, Washington NE38 7SS

Telephone

0191 416 6642

Opening Times

Mon to Fri:
06:30 – 21:00

Sat & Sun:
08:00 – 16:00