Stechford Youth Network
STECFORD WARD FC est. 2006Young footballers kick off new venture
Stechford Youth Network, a voluntary organisation was established in March 2006, it aims to reduce antisocial behaviour, crime and improve representation through giving the youth in Stechford a voice. The aims can be achieved by working proactively and to focus on crime prevention. We give the youth a voice through the youth forum, and encourage and train them to become youth leaders. The organization is currently working with 50-60 youth boys/girls and working on improving the provisions for children, we believe that positive change is achievable and we are working towards a stronger community. The main activity we provide is football coaching, with qualified coaches and activities through holiday. This summer holidays will see the arrival at Cricket also at Yardley Fields Recreation Ground.
The organization has just received two full football kits, equipment and coaches wear through the Yardley District Office. Stechford Ward FC has currently played two friendly matches resulting in comfortable wins, these pre-season games gives the youth an opportunity to meet new teams and develop important skills. The team will be entering into a league next season.
Location: Yardley Fields Recreation Ground, Yardley Fields Road, off Station Road Time: Sundays 1-3pm Ages: 10-19
The support from the following has made working in Stechford not only rewarding but also allowed us to achieve much more in a shorter space of time, Osaf Ahmed Ward Support Officer Stechford, James Brown Sports Development Officer Yardley, Cllr Carol Jones, Cllr Neil Eustance and Barbara Jackson, Adnan Saif Director for Local Services in Yardley District and also the Yardley District Team.
Yardley District Chair, Cllr David Osborne, said: “This is an encouraging project in many respects.
“Local children who care about their community have taken the lead in developing and pursuing this – a promising scheme that will engage a large number of young people and keep them fit and healthy.
“It also shows how useful the Neighbourhood Renewal Fund is as a tool for financially helping some of our area’s best schemes and projects.”
This organization is working very closely with Erdington Youth Network; they have very similar activities including football coaching, friendly matches, competitions, trips and much more.
Location: Magnet Centre Recreation Ground, Park Approach, off Slade Road near George Road Time: Sundays 10.30am-12.30pm Ages: 10-19
For more information about joining Stechford Ward FC, Summer Holiday details please call Mr. Qudues Zafar, Chief Executive on 07779662254.
FUTURE AIMS
Stechford Ward FC will enter into a league next session; preparations are being made to enter a junior team and possibly a girl’s team for those that attend the football training days.
The organization will have a management committee consisting of professionals and non professional individuals; these will include a gentleman from the Youth Offending Service, and another individual who has been involved in the voluntary sector for over ten years, also a computer specialist. The committee will actively seek to recruit from the community of Stechford.
There will be volunteering opportunities, training courses, management training and much more for those that wish to progress in the voluntary sector.
Contact Details:
Website: www.stechfordyouthnetwork.btik.com
Address: 83 Bramville Road, Ward End, Birmingham, B8 2TJ.