First Stamford AFC Young Daniels’ summer football festival at Borderville Sports Centre attracts more than 900 players
More than 900 players across 96 teams competed in Stamford AFC Young Daniels’ summer football festival at Borderville Sports Centre last weekend.
The fantastic tournament was an overriding success as players aged between six and 14 produced moments of brilliance over a hot weekend, with many of the finals going all the way to penalties.
Many great memories were made on and off the pitch, with players, parents and officials enjoying the beautiful weather in Stamford. While the spotlight was on all the teams playing, the team behind the scenes that made everything possible deserve the highest praise and recognition.
A dedicated group of volunteers put in an immense effort not just over the weekend, but over many months to plan and deliver a tournament that exceeded all expectations.
Steve Gaunt, who headed up the group of volunteers, said: “We’re fortunate to have such fantastic facilities at Stamford AFC.
“It was great to see almost 50 different clubs attend over the two days from as far away as Grimsby.
“It’s also amazing to hear so many positive comments about our club, the facilities and the way in which the tournament was run.
“It’s the first time we’ve put on an event of this size, and it’s been an overwhelming success.
“A massive thanks to all the players, managers, spectators, officials and, of course, the amazing volunteers who worked so hard over the last few months to make it such a memorable weekend for everyone.”
Saturday Finalists
Under-7 Mixed – Winners: Stamford AFC Young Daniels Red, Runners-Up: Whetstone Juniors Panthers
Under-8 Mixed – Winners: DK United, Runners-Up: Bears FC
Under-8 Girls – Winners: Royce Rangers Roses, Runners-Up: Stanground Cardea
Under-9 Mixed – Winners: Stamford AFC Young Daniels, Runners-Up: Stamford AFC Young Daniels Blues
Under-10 Girls – Winners: Langtoft United Valkyries, Runners-Up: Corby Town
Under-12 Girls – Winners: Girls United, Runners-Up: Corby Town
Under-13 Girls – Winners: Corby Town, Runners-Up: Stamford AFC Young Daniels Red
Under-14 Girls – Winners: AFC Grimsby Ladies, Runners-Up: Stamford AFC Young Daniels Red
Sunday Finalists
Under-10 Mixed – Winners: Boston United Amber, Runners-Up: Ketton Sports Blue. Under-11 Mixed – Winners: Bourne Town Juniors Red, Runners-Up: Ketton Sports Black
Under-12 Mixed – Winners: Ketton Sports Blues, Runners-Up: Stamford AFC Young Daniels Red
Under-13 Mixed – Winners: Total Football Academy Black, Runners-Up: Nene Valley FC Orange
Under-14 Mixed – Winners: FC Peterborough Green, Runners-Up: YDP Blues
