Launch of the First Football Team for People with Down's Syndrome

Fulham FC and Down's Syndrome Association officially launched its first-ever football team for young people with Down's syndrome at Motspur Park. The team will train every Friday at Bishop's Park, Fulham from 5.30pm, as well as taking part in holiday courses to prefect their ball and team playing skills. It is open to 11-18 year olds.

The Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, Cllr Mary Reid carried out a balloon launch with cheque presentations to the Community Trust on behalf of Fulham FC and the Down's Syndrome Association.

Head of Fulham FC Community Sports Trust, Simon Morgan said: "Fulham FC Community Sports Trust was delighted to be hosting the Down Syndrome Associations Awareness Launch at the club's training facility. The Sports Trust's runs a successful award winning disability programme throughout the year and we are delighted to be able to forge a link with the DSA. This event further signified Fulham FC's commitment to providing opportunities for everyone to enjoy sport whilst leading a healthier lifestyle".

Down's Syndrome Association, Fundraising Manager, Paul Zanon said: "It gives us great pleasure to be working with Fulham FC Community Sports programme. This new programme gives young people with Down's syndrome the opportunity to develop not only their football skills but the joy that only team sports can bring. The team will be displaying their skills with a coaching session and hardest shot competition in the speed nets.

REHACARE.de; Source: Down's Syndrome Association

- For more information about the Down's Syndrome Association visit: www.downs-syndrome.org.uk

( Source: REHACARE.de )