Over the weekend, the idyllic village of Letcombe in Oxfordshire hosted an event that not only broke their previous attendance record but also offered a fun-filled day for families and sports enthusiasts alike.
A total of 238 visitors flocked to the event, leaping ahead of the previous high of 203 attendees. Visitors spent a memorable day immersed in sports, food, entertainment, and a display of community spirit.
Unforgettable Entertainment and Victorious Match
The town was buzzing with excitement as the event kicked off with a spectacular range of attractions catered to all ages. Breweries and food stalls screened around the pitch, offering the hungry crowd a variety of dishes, including the popular Mooody Cow Shakes and Kandi-licious pick’n’mix. The bouncy castle, recently renovated children’s playground, and Aneta’s face painting were an absolute hit for the younger visitors.
A distilled enthrallment seeped into the crowd as Letcombe FC faced off Didcot Town Dev at 2.30pm. The local team emerged victorious, striking 2-0 in an exhilarating match.
Adding to the joy of victory, Letcombe FC was also honored with the ‘Team of the Month’ award for November 2023 and January 2024 during the event. The prestigious award, given to only one team across the three Hellenic Division 2 leagues, was presented to the club by Hellenic League chairman, Bill Beach.
Upcoming Semi-Final Match and Community Event
Following the successful event, the club is now gearing up for its semi-final match in the Marsh Challenge Cup competition. Letcombe FC, the only remaining Division Two side, will host the current Hellenic Premier Division favourites, Worcester City. The other teams fighting for the cup are all Hellenic Premier Division teams, a league two divisions above Letcombe FC. Given the high stake nature of the upcoming match, club officials are anticipating nearly double the crowd of last weekend.
Following the outpour of support and enjoyment from the community, another family day is set to be organised in September, to coincide with the commencement of the next season. The club is hopeful of attracting even more visitors to the upcoming family day, fostering unity among locals and fans.
Purchasing Tickets
Tickets for future games are available for purchase through Letcombe’s social media or by contacting [email protected]. Letcombe’s impressive winning record sees them top of their league having won 14 out of 17 games, stacking up 44 points. The team’s dedication and teamwork have crafted a hope-filled space for the upcoming matches and have drawn more fans into their sphere of influence.
