Ex-professional footballer dons boots for Hastings tournament

Former professional footballer Dean Hammond donned his boots once again at a charity tournament in Hastings.
The Nubrix team at a charity football tournament in Hastings including ex-professionals Dean Hammond (back left) and Kerry Mayo (front left).The Nubrix team at a charity football tournament in Hastings including ex-professionals Dean Hammond (back left) and Kerry Mayo (front left).
The Nubrix team at a charity football tournament in Hastings including ex-professionals Dean Hammond (back left) and Kerry Mayo (front left).

The 35-year-old, who played in midfield for Leicester City, Southampton and Brighton & Hove Albion among others, showcased his skills at Horntye Park Sports Complex on Saturday.

Hammond, who grew up in the town, made a cameo appearance along with another ex-Brighton ace Kerry Mayo for the Nubrix Estate Agents team.

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Despite their presence in the Nubrix side, Ninja Skertels faced New Balance in the final of the eight-team event - in aid of the Conquest Hospital’s Kipling Ward - with Ninja Skertels emerging as winners.

With more than 200 people gathering, the community was brought together to watch some good quality football in the sun with a barbecue and face painting providing some fun for the children.

Those involved would like to thank sponsors Nubrix, 1066 Logos, Physiques Gym, Jupa, Dynamic Scaffolding, M Tech, Club XS and Express Removals.

Hammond, who attended West St Leonards Primary School and Ark William Parker Academy, played youth football for Spartan before joining Brighton.

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He helped Leicester win promotion from the Championship in 2013/14 and featured in the Premier League the following season.

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