UK School Games 2009
Volunteers are needed for the biggest sporting event in Wales for 50 years.
The UK School Games is coming to Cardiff, Newport and Swansea in September and we need you to get involved.
Are you involved in sport?
Do you want get involved in sport?
Are you passionate about sport?
Are you passionate about Cardiff?
The UK School Games is a unique multi-sport event for elite athletes of school age designed to replicate the feel of a major event such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games.?
Over 1600 athletes competing across?ten sports will descend upon the host cities (Cardiff, Newport and Swansea) between the 3-6 September 2009.
The Games will require 350 local volunteers to be recruited, trained and deployed prior, during and after the four day multi-sport event.?
From Athlete Village Assistants to Team Attach?s, the UK School Games Wales will provide a unique opportunity for local people to volunteer and experience what is fast becoming a major event in the UK's sporting calendar.
Darren Campbell talked about his experiences of volunteering: "As a young athlete trying to forge a career in sport I was supported by a team of volunteer coaches and support staff.?Volunteers play a critical role in the provision of high quality opportunities for young people to compete.?
"Volunteering at the UK School Games provides a unique opportunity to develop new skills and experience what is fast becoming a major event in the UK's sporting calendar".
If you like a challenge, want to develop new skills and want to be part of a fun and engaging atmosphere then volunteering at the UK School Games could be for you.
More information here?and here. E-mail us at uksgvolunteers@cardiff.gov.uk. ?
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