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2001-2002 Season
With
the new season now up and running the Club is looking forward to better fortunes
than last season. Of the thirteen teams the Club ran last season the nearest we
came to success on the field was with the U9A’s who reached their League Cup
final only to lose out to favourites Greenbank 3-0. We did, however, receive
recognition from the Youth League for the sportsmanship shown by both our
U11’s and U9’s and were presented with trophies for this.
At the recent Annual General Meeting the Club elected a new President in Cyril
Ford. This was to show our appreciation for the work he has done for the Club
for almost 40 years. Brian Creasey (President for the last nine seasons) was
duly made a life member. A new position within the Club’s structure was the
position of Club Vice President, and Roger Dawson, the Treasurer for the last 37
years, was duly elected. For the record, he was also recently voted Club
Personality of the Season for last season.
On the playing front the Club is constantly on the lookout for keen budding players
of all ages. Already, youngsters between the ages of six and nine are showing
their prowess in training (at present on Saturday mornings) and friendly games
are being arranged for them during the season.
Anyone interested in joining this group please contact John Haresign on (01526) 320689
or Carol and Richard Hargrave on (01526) 320389 for further information.
At League level the Club will be running twelve teams. On Saturdays (afternoons)
there is one senior team which is competing in the Lincoln Football league. Then
on Sundays there are two senior teams (a.m. kick offs), which play in the
Premier and Third Division of the local Lincoln League. An Under-18 side
(afternoons) in the Lincs Intermediate Youth League (kick-offs varying a.m. or
p.m.); at Under 10’s small sided (7-a-side); Under 11’s, Under 12’s, Under
13’s, Under 14’s, Under 15’s, and Under 16’s.
As previously stated the Club is always looking for new players and anyone
interested is more than welcome to come along.
In the first instance it is suggested that
interested parties contact the Club Secretary, Pete Ford, on (01526) 320016, who
will put you in touch with the respective managers for whichever team interests
you. Training sessions
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How well do we care for our feet? Do they get the treatment
they deserve, or is it a case of “out of sight, out of mind”?
Given that each foot contains 26 bones, 19 muscles and 30
joints, there is a great potential for things to go wrong; obvious problems
being corns, callous, ingrown nails, bunions, cracked skin etc
You can take three key steps to help avoid these problems:-
1 Preventative Care
Whenever possible, wash feet every day and dry carefully, especially between
the toes. The viruses that cause fungal infections and athletes foot love moist,
warm conditions such as those that exist between our toes.
Make sure that shoes fit properly.
Shoes should be wide enough to prevent pressure on the sides
of the feet but should fit snugly around the heel, and be long enough so that
the toes are not squashed. As we get older the size and shape of our feet may
change, so a change of fitting or style is often necessary.
It is also important to remember that socks, stockings or
tights should not be too tight. - Some nails need only the slightest
encouragement to grow inwards and even tight socks can bring on this painful
condition!
If exercise is a problem, a few simple exercises can be done
while sitting, e.g. Rotate each foot from the ankle - a few times in each
direction. Bend and stretch the foot forward and back. Also try to spread the
toes as far apart as possible; this can be difficult at first, but with practise
even the most stubborn of toes will move - alittle bit.
Toenails don’t grow as quickly as fingernails - on average
about 1cm a month. They should be cut into the shape of the end of the toes, but
not into the corners.
2 Early Detection of Problems
If we are more aware of our feet and inspect them regularly then we will
soon spot the early signs of corns, callous, cuts and grazes. The latter are
potential sites of infection, and diabetics should be particularly careful.
If you are diabetic, remember to check the inside of your
shoes for any rough edges that may cause irritation.
3 Prompt Treatment
If you spot any problems that you feel may require professional help, don’t
leave it too long before you consult a doctor or a qualified chiropodist. An
untreated corn or bunion can be painful, which can in turn cause you to walk
badly and therefore result in even more problems.
REMEMBER! Our feet are meant to last us a lifetime!
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