Rivals put aside differences to inspire youngsters to new heights
Published Date:
09 May 2008
By Lesley Draper
SPORTING heroes from Sheffield's two football teams have set aside their rivalry to improve job prospects for disadvantaged youngsters.
Sheffield United's James Beattie and Wednesday's Richard Hinds joined forces for the first time to support the Prince's Trust Football Initiative.
They aim to inspire and motivate participants on a 12-week self-development programme, building key workplace skills such as confidence, teamwork and communication.
Beattie said: "Sometimes all you need is someone to take a chance on you to prove how successful you can be. The Prince's Trust is all about second chances, helping young people change their lives."
Hinds said: "I had a great time with these young people. It was hard to believe that when they started this programme they were shy and lacking in confidence and motivation."
This year the Prince's Trust aims to support over 3,000 disadvantaged youngsters across Yorkshire who are struggling at school, have been in care, are long-term unemployed or have been in trouble with the law.
The full article contains 176 words and appears in Sheffield Telegraph newspaper.
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Last Updated:
09 May 2008 6:32 AM
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Source:
Sheffield Telegraph
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Location:
SHEFFIELD, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
