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Demetriou visits Soccer Schools at Garon Park

Southend United’s Jason Demetriou took time out to visit children at Southend United Community & Educational Trust’s Soccer Schools at Garon Park this February half term.

In front of over 50 children, the Cypriot international answered a variety of questions on the best players he’s played against, his career highlights and what age he began playing football.

The children then got a photo with Demetriou on the Garon Park Astroturf.

Aiming to inspire future generations and create memories of a lifetime, Soccer Schools are delivered by qualified Community Coaches who run tailored, innovative and dynamic sessions where participants are able to fulfil their potential.

Demetriou commented:

“The setup here at Garon Park is fantastic and it was a brilliant turnout today.

“It was a great 15-20 minutes with the kids and I think they enjoyed it.

“This [Soccer Schools] is where the kids learn and it builds into the club’s future attracting younger fans.”

For more information about SUCET’s Soccer Schools, please contact Dan King on 01702 341351 or d.king@southendunited-cet.co.uk.

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Health4Life promotes healthy living among Southend children

Local children have been benefiting from Health4Life, a joint healthy weight initiative between Southend United Community & Educational Trust and Southend-on-Sea Borough Council.

The free programme aims to help local children and families enjoy a healthy and happy lifestyle, encompassing six-week after school clubs broken down into classroom theory and physical exercise.

In the latest session at Garon Park, the children took part in a fun mini tennis activity, learning basics such as backhand and forehand shots, serving, hand-eye coordination and movement.

As well as the physical side, they also practice valuable cooking skills, learning about healthy eating, cooking on a budget, understanding food labels, creating balanced meals and the importance of sleep.

Shaimeerann, Health4Life participant, commented:

“I really enjoy all the sessions and feel much healthier than before.

“I’ve improved my cooking skills and learned about different types of healthy foods.

“The staff have been really supportive and always make the sessions fun to be in!”

Pat, parent of Health4Life participant Nadia, commented:

“Health4Life is perfect for children learning different activities.

“My daughter always looks forward to coming!”

For more information about SUCET’s Health & Wellbeing scheme, please visit this page.

For more information about Health4Life, please visit www.southend.gov.uk/health4life.