Simplify the following text for a Grade 7 native English-speaking person.
Original: Derby County F.C. was formed in 1884 as an offshoot of Derbyshire County Cricket Club in an attempt to give players and supporters a winter interest as well as secure the cricket club extra revenue .
Simplified: The club was formed in 1884 by players from Derbyshire County Cricket Club who wanted something to do in the winter .