Academy supports football for BAME girls in Sheffield

Darnall Football Academy – which was founded in 2013 – is one of the few organisations bringing the game to BAME girls.

Abdul Malik, founder of Darnall Academy, said with girls from the BAME community underrepresented in British football, the academy was offering sessions every Saturday.

“Our amazing coaches, parents, and volunteers are providing a platform for girls to make friends, exercise and enjoy football in a safe and family friendly atmosphere,” said Abdul.

The academy is has been bringing football back after Coronavirus restrictions were eased.

And this has been welcomed in helping girls with their mental and physical wellbeing.

The sessions have been successful with girls aged five- to 11-years-old attending every Saturday along with boys aged five to 16. This aims to bring young people from all backgrounds together.

Sessions take place between 12 and 2pm at the Olympic Legacy Park in Attercliffe.

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