Shortbreaks Pathfinder Multi-Sports Match day disability club launched

Over 20 children from Norfolk and Quidenham Children's hospice attended the launch of the Shortbreaks Pathfinder multi-sports disability match day club at the YMCA, Trowse on Saturday, December 5^th.  The aim of the programme is provide multi-sports coaching for all abilities and to provide a valuable respite opportunity for parents.  

The children, who have a range of disabilities, took part in a two-hour multi-sports session enjoying activities such as football, basketball, cricket and tri-golf.  The children then headed to Carrow Road to watch Norwich City take on Oldham Athletic.  As part of the Aviva Ability Counts week the children formed the pitch-side guard of honour as the players took to the pitch.  The children then headed to the stands to cheer Norwich City onto a two-nil victory. 

Laurence York FITC Assistant Disability Officer said: "The day couldn't have gone any better.  It was extremely pleasing to see the children having a fantastic time.  I would like to thank Shortbreaks Pathfinder and EACH for their help and support on the day.  I was delighted with the reception the children received from the fans when they formed the guard of honour.  The team and I look forward to many more disability match day clubs".  

For further information on the Shortbreak Pathfinder multi-sports match day clubs please call Laurence York FITC Assistant Disability Officer on 01603 761122 or email [email protected]