Our model looks to “prevent” further involvement in offending services by “retaining” our young people’s engagement and commitment, ultimately leading to positive “progression” through life”.
We would be unable to do so if it wasn’t for the close working relationships we have build within the community. These relationships and close working practices allow sporting chance to grant opportunities to as many young adults as we possibly can.
“Sporting Chance have been running 3 fitness sessions a week at Eslington house since July 17; Eslington House resides up to 20 homeless young people. The importance of these sessions cannot be underestimated. It is giving the young people the tools and knowledge to improve their physical and mental health. Over the past 8 weeks I have personally have seen a huge improvement in the physical fitness amongst the participants. The sessions have brought structure, confidence and self believe into the lives of those who have taken part”.
Shaun Graham – centre manager – Changing Lives
I am always impressed by all the SCNE team are doing an developing. Along with listening and learning about future plans, I am very excited for Newcastle! SCNE is making a huge contribution, also helping the learning of the NASDC and is an organisation of interest and review within steering group.” Justin Coleman – Director of operations – www.nasdc.org
Sporting Chance provide a great alternative to the norm. Linhope PRU – which caters for students excluded from mainstream education – have been fortunate enough to use Sporting Chance to provide weekly boxing training sessions at their base in Benwell at Jobe’s Gym. The facilities are ideal and the pupils have thoroughly enjoyed and benefited from the experience”
