Bradley Dent from Ferndown Upper School (seen on the far right of the photo) has just returned to school triumphant after his team snatched the bronze medal, following four intense matches in the Sainsbury’s School Games representing England South for Wheelchair Basketball.
The 15-year-old who has a passion for his sport and trains six times a week said, “I had an amazing time at the games. I met a lot of GB athletes and went on an Anti-doping 100% Me Workshop, as well as spending time with Joe Beswick, the Wheelchair Basketball athlete mentor.
“I got to go backstage in the Sheffield Motor-point arena and stayed in the athletes’ Village for the weekend. The opening and closing ceremony were amazing and the matches were live streamed on the school games website. I met team Brazil for the 2016 Olympics in Rio too. I’m really looking forward to next School Games in Manchester 2014 where England South are going for gold.”
Our club is up and running now at Ferndown Leisure Centre. We play every Friday night from 6.30 till 8pm and are always looking for new members.
The cost is £3 a session paid for in advance. No sessions during half terms
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Ferndown Wheelchair Basketball Club
South Coast Tigers Basketball
Basketball is for EVERYONE
Both Disabled and Non Disabled Participants are encouraged to attend the Club.
At the Club we will be looking to enhance the players’ individual and team skills in the hopes of playing competitive matches.
If competition is not what you are after, then come along to improve your skills, socialise and have a good time.
Free Taster Sessions:-
October 11,18,25
6:30-8pm
£3 a session from November
Location:-
Ferndown Leisure Centre
Cherry Grove
Ferndown
Dorset
BH22 9EZ
Contact Michael on 0772 6940575
CLOSED OCTOBER 24TH 2014.
Did you know that there is a Wheelchair Basketball Team forming at the moment at Ferndown Sports Centre.
Free Taster Session on Friday September 20th from 6.30 till 8 pm.
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