It’s easy to underestimate the importance of sport in improving our mental health and wellbeing. It provides an excellent opportunity for us to exercise and socialise, two things that are of fundamental importance in promoting our own health & wellbeing.
We are really keen to support local programmes that help promote sport and exercise.
This week, let us introduce you to a new, local football team, Southam Albion FC…
And if you have any programmes or clubs you would like us to mention, then please get in touch!
“With the difficulties we have all experienced over the last year or so, it has become apparent to me how much I have missed sports and in particular coaching a football team. I think we all now appreciate the importance of sport and fitness and the positive impact it has on both adults and children’s physical and mental wellbeing. So, with this in mind and after two years away from the game, I along with the clubs committee have set up Southam Albion FC. We are passionate about the game and believe the club’s ethos and values will create a positive environment for children to improve their physical health and mental wellbeing through participation in football in a fun, safe and engaging setting.
The club has been initially formed with one team - Under 14’s. We began open training early July and have been overwhelmed by the turn out of boys wanting to be part of the team. It has been incredible to see so many junior players back on the pitch doing something they love! This would not have been possible without the support from Southam RUFC who have provided us a base for our home games and training, Southam Charities, for believing in our project and supporting us with new equipment purchases and Owl Homes Limited, for showing their commitment to supporting the local community by providing the children and coaches with full kits for the upcoming season. So, a huge thank you to all of them.
We have big dreams Southam Albion FC. We have had interest for various age groups and are now actively seeking to find a home big enough to facilitate our dreams. You may have also spotted us in Tesco’s blue coin scheme. Please do pop a few blue coins in the pot on your visit to the Southam store as this could provide us with up to £1500 to support our set up, pitch maintenance costs and equipment.
Head over to @SouthamAlbionFC, give it a follow for regular updates and to get in touch with us.
This is just the beginning for SAFC! We are very excited for the future! ⚽️”