‘Spirit of Kicks’ Helen given Community Captain award
A young player in the BHAFC Foundation’s Premier League Kicks programme has been awarded for her dedication to the way she supports other players in her group.
Helen, who plays at the Foundation’s PL Kicks girls’ group in Worthing, was given a Premier League Community Captain award for her efforts.
Helen has been coming to PL Kicks sessions for a number of years, and she was nominated by her coaches because of the outstanding impact she has at PL Kicks. Her personal growth, consistent effort, and positive influence on the group all contributed to her nomination.
She was presented with the award during one of her sessions by Albion WFT stars Carla Camacho and Bex Rayner.
The Community Captain award is a nationwide scheme celebrating someone at the heart of their club, rewarding a person worthy of recognition for their commitment and contribution to the game and society.
Frankie Angel, the Foundation’s Delivery Lead for Premier League Kicks, explained why Helen’s coaches chose to put her forward.
“We chose Helen because of the amazing commitment and dedication she’s shown to Premier League Kicks over the years,” Frankie said.
“We had multiple coaches nominate Helen, she’s shown a real improvement in confidence and she helps others at her sessions too.
“We really feel that she embodies the spirit of Kicks.”
Community Captains have been named across the country as part of the Premier League’s ‘More Than A Game’ campaign, which highlights how Premier League funding and club community programme delivery positively impacts the lives of millions.
Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said of Community Captains: “They are the unsung heroes and people who go above and beyond the call of duty to benefit the lives of others, demonstrating that football is so much more than a game.”
Find out more about Premier League Kicks and how to get involved.