Young carers set to get creative at football art workshop

Young carers are set to get creative at a free workshop at Wolverhampton Art Gallery where they will be able to make and keep a football-inspired T-shirt.

Young footballers team up with businesses to tackle community club's sustainability

Young footballers are kicking their half term holiday into touch to lead a green energy project which is building their own employability skills while future-proofing their community club. The 15 teenagers are spending their school holidays working on engineering solutions to tackle their club’s sustainability challenges thanks to an innovative collaboration.

The youngsters, aged 12-14, are building wind turbines and solar panels, and looking at irrigation options as part of investigating what solutions will work best for their club. The ‘Greener than Green’ project at Cleator Moor Celtic Football Club in Cumbria has been made possible by a range of diverse businesses, from one-person start-ups to major multinationals, collaborating with the community to help give the young people skills which will help them find future employment.

Young Indians continuing stellar show in global sports

Following R. Praggnanandhaa, Nida Anjum Chelat has become another prominent young representative of India's growing presence in global sports.

Young people make a dash for success in Birmingham running group partnership

They say running is good for the soul but it may also now be good for future life prospects - thanks to a tie-up between Run Brum Crew and personal development charity Sport 4 Life UK.

Young stars shine on Day 1 at Microplus UK Athletics Championships in Birmingham

Molly Caudery produced one of the most impressive performances at a Microplus UK Athletics Indoor Championships in recent times as she retook the world lead in the women’s pole vault by soaring to a Championship record, personal best and national title in Birmingham.

Youth Charter calls for Commonwealth and African action to empower women and girls through sport

During International Women’s Day 2026, the UK-based international NGO Youth Charter called for a new Commonwealth and African partnership to empower women and girls through sport, martial arts and community leadership programmes, arguing that prevention must sit alongside enforcement in tackling violence against women and girls.

Youth Charter calls for sport-led youth action following African Union Summit in Addis Ababa

The Youth Charter has welcomed the outcomes of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union, held in Addis Ababa, and is calling for immediate implementation mechanisms that translate Summit commitments into grassroots impact.

Youth flag football goes big league

During halftime at a recent preseason football game between the National Football League’s (NFL) Washington Commanders and Cincinnati Bengals, four youth flag football teams took the field to scrimmage.

Youth sports sponsorships are a win-win

More than ever before businesses, whether for profit businesses or otherwise, are now focused on profit for purpose. Most now agree that the work they do in the community says a lot about people, culture, and values. Getting involved with local grass-roots sports team like Pathway Group’s newly formed relationship with Kingswinford Hockey Club, gives Pathway Group the chance to bring their values and culture to life, both for their team members and for the local community.   

Youtuber Paul beats legend, Tyson, in points win in Texas

Youtuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul left a permanent stain on two-time heavyweight champion Mike Tyson's boxing legacy with a tedious points win in front of 70,000 frustrated fans in Texas - and millions watching the controversial bout on streaming service Netflix.

YuppTV secures broadcasting rights for the Asia Cup 2023

YuppTV, an over-the-top (OTT) South Asian content provider, has announced that it has secured broadcasting rights from Disney Star, the global rights holder, for the highly anticipated 16th edition of the Asia Cup 2023.

YuppTV secures digital telecast rights for Asia Cup 2025

Cricket fans in Continental Europe and South East Asia will witness the best of cricketing action as YuppTV has acquired the digital broadcasting rights for the Asia Cup 2025.

Zaha and Stormzy to buy their home club AFC Croydon

Crystal Palace forward Wilfried Zaha and rapper Stormzy have agreed a deal to buy non-league club AFC Croydon. The pair, who both grew up in the South London borough, are part of a three-man consortium alongside former Palace head of player care Danny Young.

AFC Croydon compete in the ninth tier of English football and, following the announcement, the club said: "The consortium will own, operate and develop their childhood hometown football club.

Zeekr announced as official mobility partner of the Wanda Diamond League

The Wanda Diamond League have announced electric vehicle manufacturer Zeekr as its new official mobility partner, in a move which brings athletics’ premier global series to the cutting edge of mobility and sustainability innovation. 

Zimbabwe President welcomes Rugby Africa president to discuss country’s preparation for Rugby World Cup 2027

Herbert Mensah, President of Rugby Africa, met with His Excellency Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of Zimbabwe, at State House to discuss the need for Rugby Africa and Zimbabwe to support the nation’s preparation for the Rugby World Cup 2027, one of the largest sporting events in the world.

Zion wins big at Gymnastics British Championships

A Birmingham based teenager has taken a step closer to his Olympic dream after winning big at the 2023 Gymnastics British Championships competition after competing at the Exhibition Centre, in Liverpool, where he became U18 All Around Silver medallist. In the individual apparatus finals, Zion Aserie became U18 Rings champion and also went on to win a bronze medal on the Floor and High Bar.

Zip line from Tyne Bridge during Rugby League World Cup weekend

With just days to go until opening fixture of Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021) at Newcastle United’s St James' Park, organisers have released final details of what fans can look forward to in Newcastle at the Official RLWC2021 Fan Village on the Quayside over the opening weekend. 

Opening from 14:00 to 22:00 on Friday (14th) and 11:00 to 22:00 on Saturday (15th), fans and residents will be treated a whole host of fantastic entertainment options, as the party atmosphere comes to Newcastle's Quayside.

£1,000 grants for sports clubs and physical activity providers

Local sports clubs and physical activity providers are being encouraged to claim a grant of £1,000 towards the costs of recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Volunteer-led and not-for-profit sports clubs and physical activity providers in Wolverhampton are eligible for a Covid Compliance Grant offered by the City of Wolverhampton Council to help them deliver activities in a Covid-safe way and encourage regular rapid Covid-19 testing.

£100 gift voucher incentive launched for top participating school and sports club in Caerphilly 2K

Caerphilly County Borough Council is proud to announce an exciting initiative aimed at increasing participation in the upcoming Caerphilly 10k and 2k races.

£2m Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games legacy funding to get more people cycling

Plans to get more people in the West Midlands cycling as part of the legacy of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has been given a £2 million boost from the Department for Transport.

The aim of Cycling for Everyone is to work with communities across the region’s most disadvantaged areas to encourage and enable more people to get on a bike to improve both their health and the environment, as well as providing access to both employment and education. Funding for the Cycling for Everyone programme has come from the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Active Travel Legacy Package announced.