THE new venue for the Dorchester Town FC Youth Tournament proved a great success, as the Avenue Stadium staged an action-packed two-day event.

Teams from all over the south enjoyed a tremendous atmosphere inside the ground, with young players showing their talents across the age groups.

Tournament organiser Dave Read found the whole experience far more laid back, while parents and players felt the new format worked to everyone’s advantage.

Read gave a big thank you to all the sponsors and many volunteers who helped throughout the two days.

Three Dorchester Town teams were among the winners, two Bridport sides triumphed, and Weymouth and Redlands teams also celebrated success.