A new scheme to help fans get fit through their love of football has been officially launched in Wales. FIT FANS is a collaboration between the Football Association of Wales and the English Football League Trust (EFL Trust), supported by funding from the Welsh Government’s ‘Healthy Weight: Healthy Wales’ programme. Football fans aged between 35 […]
Before attending the FIT PILGRIMS programme, Michael’s biggest motivator was his kids and being unable to engage in simple physical activities with them left him with feelings of anger and sadness. However, the 12-week programme with Plymouth Argyle Community Trust has transformed Michael’s physical and mental health. He explained: “Now, I am happier, I’m happy […]
For over 20 years, Rosemary has been participating in provisions provided by Argyle Community Trust. Not only has she been a familiar face with the Trust, but also the club where she has held a season ticket for several years. Long before the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns, Rosemary attended the skittles and curling […]
Pete had joined the FIT TROTTERS programme after hearing of his brothers results on a previous cohort. The pandemic had brought about a change in circumstances that saw Pete take on some carer responsibilities to his partner’s stepbrother after they sadly lost both their mother and father through COVID-19. He then had his own personal […]
Both Ken and Jim have had to deal with a huge change in their lives, that left them lost after their wives sadly passed away. As well as the grief that losing a loved one brings they found themselves in a position that they had never been in before, their interests and social groups became […]
Maureen Reece has become a vital part of Derby County Community Trust’s Extra Time Hub enabling retired and semi-retired people like herself to make the most of their free time. Maureen started her journey with Derby County as participant in the Community Trust’s Forever Active project, an exercise programme for the over 55’s, over five […]
Hannah’s passion for being a leader, an innovator, and a mentor to women and girls in sports stems from her own experiences. Through, her club Rotherham United, she has been able to pursue a career focused on her desire to better the experiences of others. She said: “I currently hold a position within the FA […]
Racquel Parchmant joined FIT BAGGIES in April 2022, and the programme had such a impact on her life, her and her family have been challenging themself through West Bromwich Albion’s Foundation ever since. Racquel and her cohort of FIT BAGGIES recently paid a visit to the clubs training ground, as a reward for completing their […]
Taya like most began her footballing journey out of pure enjoyment but it soon became evident that she was destined for higher heights. As her journey continued to progress, as did her ability, commitment, and desire. Consequently, Plymouth Argyle realised her potential and referred her to the Talent Inclusion Programme to ensure she fulfilled it. […]
Over 200 grassroots organisations across England and Wales have been awarded funding from the Government’s £5million Youth Justice Sport Fund to run targeted local sports schemes – from climbing to kayaking – aimed at keeping vulnerable young people away from crime and anti-social behaviour. Amongst the organisations awarded funding are 34 Club Community Organisations, who […]
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