Reigning champions Wybone have been handed a tough start to the competition following the draw made earlier this week – having been pitted against Viridor Athletic, Veolia, SAICA Natur and Bywaters in Group B.

The teams will meet at the University of Northampton’s Park Campus next Friday (September 4).

Group stage draw:

Support will come from the Mick George Cheerleaders, who will be cheering all of the teams on when they take to the field to be crowned champion in what is now the 13^th edition of the industry one-day, mixed gender, six-a-side tournament.

Finalists

Ian Phillips, commercial waste Manager at Mick George Ltd said: “The event has created a little banter around the office of late since the squad was announced. I understand the team captain is keen to go one further after falling short in a tense penalty shootout in last year’s final.

“We must not forget the day has a real purpose. It provides a great networking opportunity and serves to raise funds for the PODS Charitable Trust. For over 35 years, the PODS Charity has been bringing music, fun and laughter into the lives of over 20,000 children in hospitals each year to relieve distressing situations.”

Players will also have a chance to win individual prizes of £100 by taking part in any one of three challenges including the Crossbar Challenge – sponsored by Ceris Burns, Mick George’s ‘Chip in the Skip’ competition – where the prize also includes a signed Peterborough United shirt, and Taylor Bins’ famous ‘Wheelie Bin Challenge’.

Each participant will also enjoy a barbecue lunch and have access to the subsidised charity bar.

PREVIOUS WINNERS

2014 – Wybone
2013 – Simply Waste
2012 – PHS All Clear Wastetech
2011 – ACM
2010 – Valpak
2009 – Eunomia Consultancy
2008 – Sims Metal Group
2007 – Valpak
2006 – Recycling in Action
2005 – Barclays Bank
2004 – Biffa
2003 – Environmental Resources Management