EKCO Whitecaps took time out to celebrate their champion status at their awards night - but the under-16 team already has one eye on next season.

The Southend-based club were the under-16 Premier Division winners in the Southend & District Junior League for the 2015/16 campaign.

And the side is now looking to recruit new players for the 2016/17 season when they move up to under-18 level.

"I would like to acknowledge the hard work the team put in winning the league and also say a big thanks to our sponsor, The Indian Diner in Eastwood," said team manager Gary Littlejohn.

Any players interested in joining the Ecko Whitecaps team can contact the manager on 07766 304983 or at gary_littlejohn@hotmail.com.