Kids' football scheme launched today

Thu, 01 Aug 2013

A new scheme which aims to improve children’s lives through football is being launched on the island today.

The FA Tesco Skills Programme will give children aged between five and 11 the chance to get active and learn new skills.

A free launch event is taking place at The Bowl today and this will be followed by a number of football festivals over the course of the month.

Coach Graham Sears says it’s about taking a holistic approach to the sport:

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