Norm Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 I do pretty much no exercise. None. Not unless you include walking up Drumbrae from Barnton Junction 3 times a week and walking to the play park and back with the kids. I'm not fat, mainly because I have 1, maybe 2 meals a day. But I want to get fit. The gym is a no go because I find it hard to exercise for the sake of exercising so I'm left with sport and fives as the obvious choice. Except any time I've been able to get a game, it's been with folk who take it quite seriously. The kind who get angry and arsey when you **** up a pass. Are there any fives teams or leagues out there that do it primarily for a laugh and a work out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious BIG Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Drop itsnomarooned a Pm he is looking for players was playing a few weeks back before i done my ankle in, plays a thursday night 730 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart McNeill Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Be quiet interested in this as well, same problem as yourself, people getting pissed off too easily when you dont do absolutely amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the sub goalie Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Heard on talk sport that power league have a database you can register to that matches up players with teams that are short or makes teams out of guys looking for a kick about. Worth a look guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcticJambo Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Drop itsnomarooned a Pm he is looking for players was playing a few weeks back before i done my ankle in, plays a thursday night 730 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Where do they play? Ta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slevinkelevra Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 I'm up for a game too, anyway we could get a group together from on here for a kickabout? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notorious BIG Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Where do they play? Ta. Sighthill mate Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcticJambo Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Sighthill mate Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Cheers ... schedule works but it's the opposite side of town for me. Pity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dunphy Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 I'd be willing for this too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Internet Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Drop itsnomarooned a Pm he is looking for players was playing a few weeks back before i done my ankle in, plays a thursday night 730 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Yeah this. He had a thread on here a couple of months ago which I replied to and I've been playing most weeks since. Games are fairly competitive but it's not taken too seriously, there's a good balance and as you say it's no fun when you're playing with people who piss and moan at the slightest thing. Having said that I'm up for playing more than once a week so if anyone has something similar I'm all ears. Preferably at Sighthill or Corn Exchange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The People's Chimp Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Nothing worse than some [Mod Edit] who doesn't track back or never picks up his man at 5s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 I'll add a few... the baw greedy bassa who runs around in circles, doesnt pass but still cant score. The deviants who use the board as a way to get the ball past you as they dont have any real skills. the bellchief who never goes in goals. And the tit who has an excellent shot but thats all he has, shoots fae anywhere and usually scores Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 5's will get you up to speed quite quickly. Started playing twice a week about 2 months ago and would always be blowing out my arse after 10 minutes. Now I can do the whole game without feeling like I'm going to die Constantly switching between sprinting and jogging for over an hour is quite a good wee workout! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck berrys hairline Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Up for this can travel in but would be interested to see if we can get numbers through livi way. Used to be a kickbackabout on a sunday night at Craigswood sports centre. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Up for this can travel in but would be interested to see if we can get numbers through livi way. Used to be a kickbackabout on a sunday night at Craigswood sports centre. +1 for Livi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlad on the tyne Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 +1 for livi. Would be up for getting Sunday night's started up again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Draper Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 the bellchief who never goes in goals. Agreed. Highly irritating. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMaganator Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 The deviants who use the board as a way to get the ball past you as they dont have any real skills. This is the only way I can get past people. Take this away from me and I have nothing. Pretty shan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart McNeill Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Could maybe set one up for edinburgh and one for livi. As some of us wont be able to get to and from livi and vice versa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Agreed. Highly irritating. You'll find this guy just outside the opposit box, he thinks he's thst good the team need him outfield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Sunday night sounds good to me. Get it organised Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slevinkelevra Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Up for a game in edinburgh, Sunday nights good for me also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboX2 Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 This is the only way I can get past people. Take this away from me and I have nothing. Pretty shan. Same... Even then I have little pace to get round them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Had too many for 5's this week, so we're playing 7's instead. Yesterday was Leg Day and I can barely walk up the stairs. This is going to be fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creepy Lurker Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 Had too many for 5's this week, so we're playing 7's instead. Yesterday was Leg Day and I can barely walk up the stairs. This is going to be fun! Dyel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeftBack Posted December 4, 2014 Share Posted December 4, 2014 I fancy a heart attack. Any games in the Borders?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo_23 Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I'd be up for it at the portobello one. I could do pick ups from Tranent onwards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan_R Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 7-asides mixed age (18-40+) and ability 8pm soccer city mayfield every Sunday Players wanted! It's a well established weekly kick about but recently have few regulars with other commitments. Spaces this Sunday! Anyone interested Please get in touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo_23 Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 7-asides mixed age (18-40+) and ability 8pm soccer city mayfield every Sunday Players wanted! It's a well established weekly kick about but recently have few regulars with other commitments. Spaces this Sunday! Anyone interested Please get in touch I'll get back to you tonight about this, I'm interested but not sure for this Sunday, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Buaben Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 Busy this week but would be interested after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan_R Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I'll get back to you tonight about this, I'm interested but not sure for this Sunday, Great really need to add to our pool of regular players. If you are reliable and can make most weeks would be great. The large 7-aside pitch (indoor 3G turf) is perfect as it means you have room to run about and get involved or sit at the back for a wee breather if need be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo_23 Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 Great really need to add to our pool of regular players. If you are reliable and can make most weeks would be great. The large 7-aside pitch (indoor 3G turf) is perfect as it means you have room to run about and get involved or sit at the back for a wee breather if need be. I'm unfit 35 and not very good, but used to play 5's a lot. Will astro trainers do, how much is it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibrahim Tall Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 (edited) +1 for livi. Would be up for getting Sunday night's started up again.+1. Same, was a decent game when it lasted. There's a new place just down from there next to screw fix opening on Monday called 36Fives, 4 'indoor' 4g pitches - cheaper than craigswood aswell I think. Edited December 5, 2014 by Ibrahim Tall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan_R Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I'm unfit 35 and not very good, but used to play 5's a lot. Will astro trainers do, how much is it That's fine, you'll fit right in. Age and ability very mixed Trainers or moulded football boots is fine. Its ?5 each. (on the basis of a free games every so often, we usually have a few quid left over which goes into a small kitty to cover no shows etc or to pay for a free week if we save up enough) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo_23 Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 That's fine, you'll fit right in. Age and ability very mixed Trainers or moulded football boots is fine. Its ?5 each. (on the basis of a free games every so often, we usually have a few quid left over which goes into a small kitty to cover no shows etc or to pay for a free week if we save up enough) I'll let you know tonight after i speak to the boss of the house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoJack Horseman Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 How do you get into football as an adult? Played very very little, if any at all as a youth, wouldn't mind a kickabout, but can't bring myself to attempt to kick a ball in front of my peers for fear of embarrassment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simo Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 7-asides mixed age (18-40+) and ability 8pm soccer city mayfield every Sunday Players wanted! It's a well established weekly kick about but recently have few regulars with other commitments. Spaces this Sunday! Anyone interested Please get in touch I messed my knee up playing 11's at the end of July and have only played once since then and that was a bit of a mare (thought I was recovering but turned out not to be the case so went in goals!) Would potentially be up for this if my knee could handle it though! Used to have a weekly game but that fell apart and actually miss it a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan_R Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I messed my knee up playing 11's at the end of July and have only played once since then and that was a bit of a mare (thought I was recovering but turned out not to be the case so went in goals!) Would potentially be up for this if my knee could handle it though! Used to have a weekly game but that fell apart and actually miss it a lot! We take it in turn in goals so you could have longer spell between the sticks if u felt u needed it. You are more than welcome along to take it easy and see how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan_R Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 How do you get into football as an adult? Played very very little, if any at all as a youth, wouldn't mind a kickabout, but can't bring myself to attempt to kick a ball in front of my peers for fear of embarrassment. If im honest must be tricky in this country where by adulthood most of us have had a bit of exposure to playing football. If you have really never played before maybe try 'walking football' its designed for veteran players to still get a game but the slower pace might mean you get to grips with things a bit more? (no offence intended, i hope that doesnt sound patronising) If you can do the basics (If you can make a simple challenge and play a basic side footed pass you will do just fine) we'd welcome you along to our game. we have some good players involved most should be quite accomodating. We had one guy start coming about 18months ago (late-30s) his ability was limited. Fast forward to now and he is one of the best defenders. Just does the simple stuff but he loves making a tackle and really enjoys it, he has even started getting on the score sheet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart McNeill Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 If im honest must be tricky in this country where by adulthood most of us have had a bit of exposure to playing football. If you have really never played before maybe try 'walking football' its designed for veteran players to still get a game but the slower pace might mean you get to grips with things a bit more? (no offence intended, i hope that doesnt sound patronising) If you can do the basics (If you can make a simple challenge and play a basic side footed pass you will do just fine) we'd welcome you along to our game. we have some good players involved most should be quite accomodating. We had one guy start coming about 18months ago (late-30s) his ability was limited. Fast forward to now and he is one of the best defenders. Just does the simple stuff but he loves making a tackle and really enjoys it, he has even started getting on the score sheet! Wouldnt be able to make it too mayfield unfortunately. out of curiosity, how many could go to the pitz at sighthill or corn exchange? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August Landmesser Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I'd be up for a regular game too, moving house just now but once things settle down in January I'd be able to make it. Will be living in Leith but happy to travel a bit.38, vaguely fit, played at Uni but not for years, gk with catlike reflexes and an rb with occasional forays forward Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Buaben Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 Think we could end up with a couple of games etc. I stay in penicuik but can get to WOF etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Mitchell Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I would be up for a sporadic game if anyone is struggling for players. Mayfield/Sighthill are good for me. I play 4 times a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday afternoon) as it is so couldn't commit all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted December 5, 2014 Share Posted December 5, 2014 I run a regular game on Tuesday evenings at Peffermill 5-a-side 3G and will be looking to bolster the pool of players with reliable guys for when we re-commence playing in mid to late January. It's a decent standard with the age range covering 20 - 40. Good bunch of guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rev Posted December 6, 2014 Share Posted December 6, 2014 Would be up for a regular game myself. Sighthill or WOF would be ideal for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Swanson Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 Had too many for 5's this week, so we're playing 7's instead. Yesterday was Leg Day and I can barely walk up the stairs. This is going to be fun! I'm looking for a game in Dundee if you are ever short Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Future's Maroon Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 (edited) I'll add a few... the baw greedy bassa who runs around in circles, doesnt pass but still cant score. The deviants who use the board as a way to get the ball past you as they dont have any real skills. the bellchief who never goes in goals. And the tit who has an excellent shot but thats all he has, shoots fae anywhere and usually scores I have a guy in my game who is exactly like that. Edited December 7, 2014 by The Future's Maroon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tian447 Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 I'm looking for a game in Dundee if you are ever short We usually play Wednesday afternoons with a bunch of us from Uni, although the day really depends on how many we have available The skill level is low to medium at best - will give you a shout if we're ever short (which is likely). Sometimes play 7's as well and we definitely need a few other, had to play 6 on 7 the other day and it was far too one sided! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Swanson Posted December 7, 2014 Share Posted December 7, 2014 We usually play Wednesday afternoons with a bunch of us from Uni, although the day really depends on how many we have available The skill level is low to medium at best - will give you a shout if we're ever short (which is likely). Sometimes play 7's as well and we definitely need a few other, had to play 6 on 7 the other day and it was far too one sided! I'd be looking more at evenings during the week, or Friday afternoons, with work. Will PM you my number if you are needing anyone. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Bumping this for my other half. He'd looking fof. 5's at Sighthill but works till 8pm on Thursday. His fitness level is good even though he's approaching mid 40's. He admits he's bit a great player so isn't looking for anything too serious. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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