Corby Sports & Developement along with the Corby Mayor Ray Beeby held the tournament at the West Glebe Pavilion, with all proceeds going to Lakelands Hospice.
Corby were short of players, so Harbro 'made up their team when they played Diamonds.
With Diamonds helping out when they played Harbro'
The games were 15 minutes with 3 touch. they were all refereed by Megan Buchan who held her own well against a bunch of grumpy old men
First game featured Diamonds v Harbro'.
With both teams experienced in tournaments, it was a tight game and no surprise ending in a draw
1-1.
2nd game was Corby (Diamonds) v Harbro.
After a tense start Corby took the lead when yours truly scored with a 20 yard screamer. Harbro' composed themselves and came back strongly winning 1-3.
Diamonds v Corby (Harbro) followed
With both teams looking for their first win a feisty encounter unfolded with both teams having several good shots well saved.Alas no goals came
Result 0-0.
Diamonds v Harbro'
Again both sides showed their experience and pushed for goals, both keepers making super saves, both probably earned player of the tournament. Harbro' though eventually managed to break the deadlock . winning 0-1
Corby (Diamonds) v Harbro'
After their win in their previous game Harbro' started confidently another tight game was enjoyed by all with both teams managing 2 goals
Result 2-2
Last game of the day Diamonds v Corby (Harbro')
Both teams were still looking for their first win of the tournament, there were several good shots and saves with Corby(Harbro') managing to get the only goal and hanging on for the win
Result 0-1
Harbro' 6 Points Corby+ 4 Points Diamonds 2 Points
So well done to Harbro' who will receive a trophy once it is etched.
In reality Harbro' finished first and second due to helping the Corby side out.
With Diamonds finishing second and third due to them also helping out Corby with their contribution.
The real winners though "LAKELANDS HOSPICE"
With Walking Football second
