Kilmarnock F.C. charity hosts sports event for all abilities
Kilmarnock Football Club’s community outreach charity, The Killie Community, recently welcomed adults and young people with additional support needs to Rugby Park for a day of free, inclusive football and sporting activities.
Around 80 young people and 60 adults from across Ayrshire attended the event, which took place in the football club’s stadium and promised to be a fully accessible and inclusive experience.
Jordan Allison, Charity Manager, told us more:
“From 10am to 4pm, the stadium hosted participants from East, North and South Ayrshire, aged five years and over, in a festival of accessible football, where fun came first and everyone had a chance to shine on the pitch.
“Dozens of activities were on offer, each designed to be accessible for players with a range of mild to severe physical and/or learning disabilities. This allowed parents and carers the opportunity to connect with other families navigating similar challenges.
“Adding to the occasion was a surprise visit from Captain Conker, Kilmarnock Football Club’s mascot, bringing smiles and laughs.
“The event was delivered in partnership with a range of local organisations, most notably Ayrshire Sportsability, which played a key role in helping to promote the day and provided volunteers to support everyone across the pitch.”
Find out more about The Killie Community charity on their Facebook page.
