Tunley Athletic's inaugural eight-a-side tournament proved to be such a success on Sunday that it is hoped it will become an annual event.
Ryan Edmunds was the hero of the day, saving three spot-kicks as Matt's Magicians beat JK's team on penalties in the final to lift a full-scale replica of the World Cup.
Both teams had successfully come through the round-robin stages, which was split into two leagues, with Magicians – the oldest team in the tournament – going on to beat Triggs Tigers in the semi-finals and JK's overcoming Jay's Jokers.
All competing teams also took part in a tug of war contest, which was won – mainly due to their huge weight advantage – by Weaver's Allstars.
The club would like to thank all those who took part and the helpers on the day, including referee Paul Akers, Trophies of Radstock and sponsors PH Roofing & Building, The Lamb Paulton and Tunley Farm Butchers.
This Saturday, Tunley host newly-promoted Frome Town Sports in a pre-season friendly (2.30pm), followed seven days later by the Freda Hookings Memorial Trophy match against Timsbury Athletic.
The trophy is donated by the family of Freda, the first women vice-president of Somerset FA and a lifelong Tunley stalwart.
There will be a barbecue and a bouncy castle for the children. All are welcome.
