Open evening for volunteers (From Barry And District News)

Open evening for volunteers

VOLUNTEERS are being sought to help with the development of a wide range of sports across the Vale of Glamorgan.

The Vale Council Sports Development Team is offering a number of volunteering opportunities within two schemes - Disability Sport Cymru and Dragon Sports - and a welcome evening for those interested is being organised next month.

To be held at the Vale Civic Offices between 6-7pm on Wednesday, November 10, the evening will comprise an introduction to volunteering within the team from Disability Sport Cymru development officer Karen Davies and Dragon Sports co-ordinator Chris Marriott.

As part of the scheme, the Sports Development Team offer a comprehensive package to volunteers, including practical experience of working in a sports environment and accessing free training courses if desired, and the evening will provide a brief outline of both schemes and enable prospective volunteers to chat with officers to discuss their interests and potential opportunities.

Karen said: "Volunteers do not have to have a sporting background. All they need is a desire help others.

"Volunteers come from all age ranges and a diverse range of backgrounds, and roles can include administration duties, assisting with the coaching, umpiring/refereeing, setting out equipment, fundraising or general duties."

The Disability Sport Cymru scheme aims to develop quality sporting opportunities for people with disabilities and their motto is to 'Make It Happen'. Volunteers have the opportunity to link with local community clubs or assist at local and regional events.

The Dragon Sports scheme aims to increase the number of young people aged seven to 11 years participating in seven core sports: cricket, football, rugby, athletics, tennis, hockey and netball. Volunteers have the opportunity to link with local primary school after-school sports clubs or to assist at one of the many Dragon Sports community clubs.

Anyone interested in attending the introduction session or who would like to find out further information should contact Karen Davies (Disability Sports) on 01446 704728 or Chris Marriott (Dragon Sports) on 01446 704681.