Tag: Age-Friendly Sports
Clubs Face Safeguarding Challenges for Older Members in 2023
UK sports clubs are grappling with safeguarding challenges as they struggle to protect older members, with a 30% increase in reported incidents since 2020....
Former players shun walking football despite growing popularity
Former professional footballers are largely avoiding the rapidly growing walking football movement, despite its increasing popularity across the UK. The sport, which prohibits running...
Women’s Walking Football Lags Behind Men’s in 2024 Participation
In 2024, women's participation in walking football remains significantly lower than men's, with only 15% of the 50,000 registered players in England being female,...
Walking Football’s Growth Hindered by Reliance on Word of Mouth
Walking football, a modified version of the game designed for older players, is facing growth challenges due to its heavy reliance on word of...
Beginners Deterred by Established Walking Football Groups
Beginners across the UK are increasingly deterred from joining established walking football groups, citing intimidation and lack of confidence as primary reasons. The phenomenon,...
Walking Football Facing Referees Shortage Crisis
Walking football, a rapidly growing sport adapted for older players, is facing a critical shortage of trained referees across the UK, threatening to stall...
Football Association Urges Investment in Walking Football Pitches Now
The Football Association (FA) has called for urgent investment in dedicated walking football facilities across England, citing a significant shortfall in available pitches. With...
Walking Football Fights for Recognition in UK
Walking football, a modified version of the game designed for older players or those with mobility issues, continues to struggle for wider recognition in...