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Motion · S6M-14303 · 3 Sep 2024

Celebrating the Success of AMS Walking Football in Cupar, Fife

Lodged by Alex Rowley Standard Motion 21 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the success of AMS Walking Football, which takes place in Cupar, Fife; understands that it was set up in 2016-17 under the auspices of the locally based AM Soccer, investing in the health and fitness of participants by improving their quality of life and contributing to their longevity and engaging participants in social interaction to reduce isolation; further understands that the club is open to everyone and anyone, primarily for over-55s who would like to participate in Walking Football, regardless of age or ability; celebrates the growth of the club from an initial interest of around half a dozen, to now having a pool of around 26 individuals; notes that the club has participated in the Scottish FAs Walking Football Tournaments in 2017 and 2018, the Taking on Legends of Scottish Football event at Rouken Glen Tournament, and has its own SFA qualified referee to keep "good order"; understands that the club also supports local children’s charities; is thankful for the work undertaken over the last few years by coach Harvey Walker, from Cupar, who, it understands, has been central to organising events, and recognises what it sees as the importance of community-organised social events such as these and the benefits that they bring to developing friendships, providing social interaction and developing important social bonds within communities.

Supporters (21)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.