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A disability football centre based in Preston has won a donation in a community competition.
The Sir Tom Finney Disability Soccer Centre has been awarded £600 by local housebuilder, Taylor Wimpey, after being nominated to receive the donation by the community.
Residents in and around Cottam were asked to vote for a good cause that was local to the house builder’s Hayfield Park development.
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The soccer centre is known for providing professional coaching, education and development to able-bodied and disabled children and adults.
It was chosen due to ‘the valuable work it does to provide members with opportunities to grow and thrive in sports’.
Peter Mason, Sir Tom Finney Disability Soccer Centre Chairman, said: “We are immensely grateful to Taylor Wimpey and the community for choosing us as the winners of the community chest competition. The kind contribution will go a long way in helping us provide quality coaching and educational experiences to our team members.
“The Sir Tom Finney Disability Soccer Centre and its members are truly happy to be nominated by the people within our community as it really demonstrates that the work we do in the area is effective and recognised.”
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Using the money, the club purchased training equipment such as bibs and balls to help improve the quality of coaching and contribute to a ‘positive playing experience’.
Jennifer Burns, Sales and Marketing Director at Taylor Wimpey said: “We at Taylor Wimpey are always proud to support organisations like Sir Tom Finney Disability Soccer Centre that work towards supporting the community and its people.
“Their efforts to make a positive impact on the lives of local abled and disabled children and adults is truly remarkable. The Centre embodies the spirit of community development and believes in the power of sports to inspire and empower all.”
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