Worthing Football Club honored with Freedom of the Borough award

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Worthing Football Club honored with Freedom of the Borough award
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Worthing Football Club has been awarded the Freedom of the Borough by Worthing Borough Council, recognizing its contributions both on and off the pitch. The club recently achieved promotion to the National League for the first time in its history, marking a significant milestone in its 140-year existence. Owner George Dowell expressed gratitude for the honor, emphasizing its importance to the community. Council leader Caroline Baxter highlighted the club's wider role beyond football and its potential to benefit the town in the future. Worthing currently ranks eighth in the National League standings, with aspirations for further success ahead.

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  • •Worthing FC receives the Freedom of the Borough award.
  • •Club promoted to the National League for the first time.
  • •Owner George Dowell acknowledges the honor for the community.
  • •Councillor Baxter emphasizes club's contribution beyond football.
  • •Worthing FC is currently 8th in the National League.
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The gesture reflects the club's contribution to the community, including its recent promotion.

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