In our inaugural Y4-6 Golf Competition Denby Free Primary took the team title with an outstanding score of 86, just pipping Mundy Jr into 2nd place
Teams of 6-8 took part in both a driving range and golf course activity with every player having the opportunity to hit shots and sink putts for their team!
Each team was split into two groups with one group practising on the driving range while the other completed a 9 hole golf course in as few shots as possible
Riddings Junior claimed a fantastic victory in the Alfreton cluster High 5 Netball seeing off Swanwick Primary in the final
Two groups of four teams competed with the group winners playing off in an overall final whilst our two second place teams playing off to decide who took the remaining borough finals place
In group A Swanwick Primary dominated winning all 3 games top top the group, ahead of Leys Junior who finished 2nd with two wins from three. Shirland Primary then finished ahead of Ironvile Primary in 3rd place
In February 2018 Amber Valley SSP visited The Gambia in West Africa to launch a brand new sports and health programme with the aim of impacting young people in schools and townships across the country.
Jobs were provided to four highly motivated local people who were tasked with engaging and inspiring The Gambia’s next generation through sport and activity.
Sam, JG and Yaya were previously unemployed but had a real passion for and knowledge of sport and its ability to change lives. Ali, who works as a teacher, provides a tangible link between AVSSP’s African coaches and the team in the UK.
Working as the training provider on behalf of Cosy Direct, AVSSP trained staff, provided equipment and resources as well as engaging with schools ahead of the programme’s launch.
Schools across Amber Valley have been incredibly supportive of the work done out in Africa with many organising ‘Gambia Days’ where students and staff have researched information on the country, worn the red, blue and green of The Gambia flag or even tried cooking up some Gambian cuisine!
