Northwick Boys are on the lookout for players for their under-seven, eight and nine mini-soccer teams for next season. Ring Simon on 01268 758409.

Soccer-mad youngster Nikki Edwards is desperate to find a team in which to display her skills in the forthcoming season.

Eleven-year-old Nikki, who lives in Benfleet, would like to hear from any soccer teams competing at under-12 or under-13 level that would welcome girl players. Contact Nikki on 01268 792498 if you can help.

The Southend Wednesday Snooker League are on the lookout for a social club with at least two tables to bring their numbers up to 16 for the forthcoming season, which starts on September 8.

Competition is of a handicap variety so every player taking part will get a decent game, irrespective of ability. Any interested club should ring Reg Needs, the secretary/treasurer, on 01702 529171.

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