A hockey club in Dorset has been named the emerging best in south central this season.
Blandford & Sturminster Hockey Club won the South Central Best Emerging Club award, recognising their success on and off the pitch this season.
The men's team got their second promotion in a row and reached a cup semi-final.
Meanwhile, the women's team not only reached similar milestones but also won league titles for two consecutive years.
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Off the pitch, the club was praised for its family-friendly culture and financial growth.
The latter was attributed to support from sponsors.
These include the Telegraph Best Pub competition winner of The White Horse Pub in Stourpaine, Apoq, Balling, and Akuma.
Acknowledging the award, the club said: "Following this success, the club have committed to entering a new men's side into the regional leagues."
Sports lovers who want to be a part of the club's success can get in touch via their email address, bshc2007@hotmail.com.
