The evening was opened by club founder Billy Stokes, who gave a heartfelt speech about the origins of the club and its incredible journey. From humble beginnings to a well-organised and highly respected setup, the club has grown rapidly thanks to the commitment and camaraderie of everyone involved.
The event was about more than just trophies. It was a celebration of the people behind the scenes – the volunteers, supporters, and contributors – whose efforts help the club stand out as a model of community football.
Throughout the evening, the strong relationship between the Walking Football Club and the Solihull Moors Foundation was proudly acknowledged. This partnership has grown significantly and now extends to Solihull Moors Football Club itself, underlining the growing influence of walking football in the region.
Paul Clarke took to the stage to share an encouraging update on the club’s social media reach. With 70,000 views every 28 days on Facebook, he challenged the club to aim higher and reach 250,000 views, urging members to like, share, and contribute to content. Paul also received a well-deserved Appreciation Award for his dedication to promoting the club online.
AWARDS & STANDOUT PERFORMANCES
- OVER 50s PREM Players’ Player of the Season: Craig Smithurst
- OVER 50s PREM Manager’s Player of the Season: Craig Smithurst
- APPRECIATION: Partners of Craig Smithurst and Tony Newton for Photography
- OVER 50s CHAMP Players’ Player of the Season: Martin Sibley
- OVER 50s CHAMP Manager’s Player of the Season: Phil Duffy
- OVER 50s DIV 1 Players’ Player of the Season: Billy Morrison
- OVER 50s DIV 1 Manager's Player of the Season: Billy Morrison
- MONDAY NIGHT Manager’s Player of the Season: Phil Duffy
- MONDAY NIGHT Manager’s Player of the Season: Sean O'Dwyer
- MONDAY NIGHT Players’ Player: Mahboob Hussaine
- OVER 57s PREM Players’ Player of the Season: Pete Hurrell
- OVER 57s PREM Manager’s Player of the Season: Karl Insley
- OVER 57s CHAMP Players’ Player of the Season: Brendan Mulcahy
- OVER 57s CHAMP Manager’s Player of the Season: Brendan Mulcahy
- Hall of Fame : Brendan Mulcahy
- OVER 63s Players’ Player of the Year: Bob Parry
- OVER 63s Clubman of the Year: Dave Corser
TROPHY PARADE & COMMUNITY PRIDE
In addition to individual awards, the club proudly paraded its recent tournament victories:
The Over 50s showcased their trophy from Corby Town.
The Over 57s teams celebrated winning the Premier League and Championship.
The Over 60s celebrated their triumph at the Northampton Town Community Trust Tournament, played at the prestigious Sixfields Stadium.
The Over 63s team were also recognised for achieving a fantastic League and Cup double.
These achievements highlight the competitive strength of the club and the growing recognition it is receiving across the region.
SOME OF THE NIGHT'S CELEBRATIONS
