Sport & Physical Activity

Latest Sport & Physical Activity pages

Burngreave Learning Festival

Information about the ‘Burngreave Celebrates Learning Festival’ in May 2008.

2008-05-11 13:55:59

Workshops at the Festival

A timetable of the taster sessions available during the festival.

2008-05-09 00:40:18

Learning Festival - Main Stage

Performances on the Main Stage at this year's ‘Burngreave Celebrates Learning Festival’.

2008-05-08 22:08:22

Family Fun Day at Byron Wood

Family Fun Day at Byron Wood

2008-04-24 09:51:53

Abbeyfield cricket arena opens

The new cricket facility at Abbeyfield Park opens with England cricketer Ryan Sidebottom, and children from local primary schools.

2008-04-21 11:50:46

Beginners’ bowling sessions at Abbeyfield

Ever wanted to try out crown green bowling but weren’t quite sure where to start? Many local people have often walked past the bowling green at Abbeyfield Park and thought to themselves, “I wouldn’t mind having a go at that.”

2008-04-18 16:03:34

Interfaith Walk of Unity

A walk of Unity through Burngreave, Fir Vale and Firth Park.

2008-04-09 19:31:42

Fancy trying out bowling?

Crown green bowling is one of Britain’s oldest sports. It’s fun to play, easy to pick up but difficult to master, and offers a great source of gentle exercise.

2008-04-07 00:31:55

Adventure Playground Photo Gallery

A gallery of photos taken at recent playground events.

2008-04-06 11:24:09

Vaughan launches cricket pitch

With help from England test captain Michael Vaughan, the English Cricket Board and nPower launched the start of work on the ‘Urban Cricket’ initiative at Abbeyfield Park in Burngreave.

2008-04-05 20:44:14

Burngreave FC

When funding for Burngreave Sports Network came to an end, Rafiq Saleh, Amin Saleh and Tariq Ahmed set up Burngreave FC. The team is currently for people aged 17 upwards and we aim to encourage young people into the team. We are always looking for a local business to sponsor the team.

2008-04-05 20:16:39

Greenfingers grows again

Early on the morning of 31st January, Greenfingers had their greenhouse blown up by vandals. A few weeks later, they are well on the way to recovery, thanks to the support of the community.

2008-04-04 21:35:08

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground Free Events

Upcoming events at the Pitsmoor Adventure Playground.

2008-04-04 20:17:29

Fir Vale Fusion

In four years from now, when the Olympic Games come to these shores, the dream is to have a Great Briton on the podium. To have world class athletes, there needs to be opportunities for young people, Fir Vale Fusion Athletics is providing that for Burngreave Youngsters.

2008-04-04 19:40:36

Race 4 Life Training

On Sunday 15th June 2008, Race 4 Life will be held at Don Valley Stadium in Sheffield. This is a 5km jog or walk to support the work of Cancer Research and the special thing about this ‘race’ is that everyone entering is female.

2008-04-04 19:06:47

Residents clear-up success

The Pitsmoor Tuesday Health Walks group meets to walk locally for pleasure and exercise and has recently had an impact on their environment.

2008-04-03 21:15:29

Derek Dooley Football Legend: Born & Bred In Burngreave 'United' Sheffield

Tribute to Derek Dooley Burngreave born & bred Football legend who played football for Sheffield Wednesday & managed the team in 1970s before moving across the football divide to join Sheffield United in 1974. He had the rare distinction of being respected by both of Sheffield's Football clubs.

2008-03-28 21:45:01

Tribute to Javed Akhtar

Obituary and tribute to local Asian/Muslim Businessman and local sports participant and organiser.

2008-03-26 18:43:30

My Life has Turned full-circle (1) or is it history repeating or is it Legacy?

Life experiences of local residents living, growing-up and working in the Sheffield's lower Don Valley – LDV/Burngreave/Pitsmoor areas from the past to the present day. Research into community developments past, present and future.

2008-02-23 13:55:05

Earl Marshall Football Club Managers and coaches

A wonderful example of a local team, recruited mainly from this area, run entirely by volunteer. Their managers and coaches receive a New Year Area Panel award for their committment.

2008-02-04 19:01:31

Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!

The new MEND project (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It) is designed to help children improve their fitness and lose weight.

2008-02-03 13:55:53

New SUFC Academy building plans

SUFC Academy are proposing a three-storey, 20,000 sqft development on land next to the club's Shirecliffe Football Academy. An Open Day will be held on January 9 for the community to view the plans.

2007-12-21 17:05:59

Burngreave Amateur Boxing Club

All coaches fully qualified & police checked. Private sessions by appointment. Change to advertised weekday openeing times: 3pm.

2007-12-06 13:42:04

Al-Nisa Sport and Leisure

Women's Thai kick-boxing classes with a fully qualified and insured female instructor.

2007-12-03 17:16:37

Thai Boxing

New boxing classes starting soon.

2007-12-03 17:04:09

Active Apprentices

Arriving at Verdon Street Rec I am greeted by Ayesha, the friendly and capable apprentice receptionist. A local resident, Ayesha says she enjoys “every single part” of her job, and is busy welcoming visitors and facilitating children’s activities.

2007-11-30 11:10:24

Earl Marshall Junior Football Club

New soccer coaching sessions for Y1 at Firs Hill School, Wednesday 6-7pm.

2007-11-30 10:57:45

Thursday football

I spoke with Youth Worker Omer Mohammed who, with Imran Ali, runs football sessions every week. Omer stated: “I have been delivering this evening football session for about five years now. Sheffield Futures, who I work for, and Activity Sheffield, that Imran works for, have joined resources to run these sessions.”

2007-11-30 10:50:11

Abbeyfield Cricketers

The derelict tennis courts at Abbeyfield Park were full of activity on Thursday 31st August, as local people came to see the plans for the new cricket facility, and meet Yorkshire and England cricketer, Craig White.

2007-10-03 17:39:48

Caribbean Sports Club family fun day

A family day, held at Ponds Forge Sports Centre on 27th October, where participants can try out a variety of different sports.

2007-10-03 16:06:12

The Laurie Cunningham Project

The launch of an exhibition and oral history project involving the collation of people's memories and an opportunity for young people to get involved.

2007-10-03 14:58:21

Self-defence for women

"I've been here since the classes started. Kickboxing is an excellent way to keep fit.” Sarah, one of the attendees at Al-Nisa, hesitated, then continued, “Cheryl’s a very good teacher. She is very precise, making sure that we can execute each move properly, which is great for grading. If I got attacked now, I’d be able to defend myself straight away.”

2007-09-28 22:46:52

FREE fun programme for kids

The Burngreave Mend programme gets kids healthy and fit in only 10 weeks and helps them stay that way!

2007-09-28 18:45:19

Burngreave Bowls Tournament Sunday 29th July

I opened the curtains with my fingers crossed, the sight of the sunshine made me smile. It looked like we’d chosen a good day for the Burngreave Bowls Tournament

2007-09-26 00:20:12

FA Football Referee Course 2007

Training course geared towards people interested in working in the sport of football. Starts Saturday 25th August 2007.

2007-08-22 15:29:51

Abbeyfield Park Cricket Facility

Public Consultation Evening, Thursday 30th August 2007. Please come and see the outline plans and tell us what you think.

2007-08-08 16:36:46

Activity Sheffield Job Advert

Activity Sheffield are looking for:

• 2x Apprentice Sports and Physical Activity Area Workers (Burngreave Area)

• 1x Apprentice Play Worker (Pitsmoor Adventure Playground)

• 1x Apprentice Administration Worker (Verdon Recreation Centre)

Closing date: Friday 17th August 2007

2007-08-07 15:18:46

Dance, music and art

Creative activities for young people including Bollywood and Hip Hop dance, spray can art and djing workshops

2007-07-23 09:24:11

Sports activities

Various sports activities and events, including trampolining, cricket and table tennis.

2007-07-23 09:10:02

Workshops and Training

Training in sports leadership, first aid, workshops with the Community Wardens and support with employment for young people for summer 2007.

2007-07-23 08:29:38

Football

Fun football sessions, coaching and events for children and young people for Summer 2007.

2007-07-21 20:34:26

Summer Activities 2007

Summer events for young people in Burngreave which feature in the ‘What's Going On?’ booklet put together by Streetworx and Active Sheffield.

2007-07-21 20:29:16

Phone Aid for football

The Burngreave Community Football Project is taking part in the FoneAid mobile phone recycling campaign to raise funds for football kits for new teams in the Burngreave Area.

2007-06-07 16:07:14

Presentation night for the season

Earl Marshall have special guests to present trophies for the seasons achievements.

2007-06-04 16:36:07

Under 11s review of the season 2007

The highs and lows of the 2006/7 season for the Earl Mashall Juniors Under 11s

2007-06-04 16:01:28

Verdon Recreation Centre: Activity Timetable

A timetable of activities taking place at Verdon Recreation Centre.

2007-06-01 21:32:19

Cricketers in Abbeyfield Park

The Abbeyfield Park tennis courts are set to host a ‘mainly cricket MUGA’ or multi use games area as Council staff, working with the local Burngreave youth, attract money from a national sports body.

2007-06-01 20:05:18

AL-NISA Sport and Leisure

“A new concept in combat sport and defence”

• Full contact thai/kick boxing

• Self defence courses

• Boxercise – non contact exercise

• Fully qualified, insured and CRB clear FEMALE instructor

2007-05-30 22:30:50

Burngreave Ramblers dates

Walks leave from Abbeyfield Park gates, Abbeyfield Road at 10.45am and usually return about 3.30pm.

2007-05-30 21:48:05

Women's Bowling sessions at Abbeyfield Park

The bowling green will be open for women’s practice sessions on Thursdays at 2pm, starting 7th June 2007.

2007-05-30 21:45:02

Kung Fu in China

Local Lau Gar Kung Fu Sifu (teacher) Graham Abdulla recently visited Wong Fei Heung Temple at Foshan in China to train with the Chinese National Wu Shu Champion – Master Xia.

2007-05-30 21:39:45

Graham's china trip photo album

Gallery of photos of Graham Abdulla's trip to China.

2007-05-30 21:39:45

Sheffield United Training Academy Sessions

The Sheffield United Training Academy, off Firshill Avenue, Shirecliffe, offers training sessions on Fridays 4pm – 5pm for girls aged 8 and upwards, and on Fridays 4pm – 6pm for boys aged 8 and upwards.

2007-05-30 21:04:42

Burngreave/ Canklow Crusaders

The Crusaders secured 2nd position, a trophy and promotion to the first division, in what was a truly fantastic and very competitive under 18s league.

2007-05-30 21:00:10

Burngreave Saints Under 10s

It’s been another successful season for the Burngreave Saints under 10s who marked their debut campaign in the Sheffield and District Junior League with an impressive 6th place and a move to a new venue.

2007-05-30 20:55:08

Earl Marshall Juniors Under 11s

The 2006/7 season saw Earl Marshall Under 11s play their first ever 11- a-side matches. Early wins in August's friendlies ensured a real sense of optimism for the season.

2007-05-30 20:50:11

Football Focus

End of season reviews for:

• Earl Marshall Juniors Under 11s

• Burngreave Saints Under 10s

• Burngreave/Canklow Crusaders

Plus:

• Information on Sheffield United Academy's training sessions

2007-05-30 20:46:46

Adventurous Play

Pitsmoor Adventure Playground has existed for more years than I care to remember, and I can honestly say I have been involved in one way or another throughout most of my life.

2007-05-06 16:08:24

A load of bowls

Green City Action is organising a bowling competition for teams of five players.

2007-04-22 23:29:47

Burngreave Celebrates Learning Festival

Details about the festival on 19th May 2007. Join in the fun and learn!

2007-04-10 15:00:06

New football teams

Earl Marshal Junior Football Club require players to form brand new teams at U12s and U13s for season 2006–07.

Training takes place at Firvale Sports Centre, Mondays and Wednesdays, 5–6pm.

2007-04-08 19:46:59

Claire’s diving success

Local resident, Claire Blencowe, has just returned from her successful debut at the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne, Australia. Claire achieved personal bests in the 3-metre synchronised diving and the 1-metre springboard.

2007-04-08 19:41:14

Caribbean Sports Recruiting Adult Footballers

The Caribbean Sports Club’s adult football team narrowly missed out on promotion to the first division, in April 2006, finishing fourth.

2007-04-06 18:20:01

Comfortable Win Ends Season for Under 10s

Under 10s football team, Earl Marshall Juniors, ended their season with a comfortable 3–0 win against Hackenthorpe Warriors to finish sixth in Division D of the Sheffield & District Junior League.

2007-04-06 18:12:56

Meteoric Rise for the Under 9s

Burngreave Saints Under 9s, who play at Petre Street recreation field, swept all opponents aside to be crowned Sheffield and District Junior Sunday League champions.

2007-04-06 18:08:14

Merger promises brighter future for the Under 8s

Burngreave Saints Under 8s are bidding a fond farewell to the area after being dealt a batch of mixed blessings since their formation, but a merger plan now promises a brighter future.

2007-04-06 18:03:40

Football Review

• Under 8s – Merger promises brighter future

• Under 9s – Meteoric Rise

• Under 10s – Comfortable win ends season

• Adults – Caribbeans recruiting

2007-04-06 17:59:21

New under 7s football team

Earl Marshall FC are looking for under 7s players for the 2007/08 season. Managers and Coaches are also required.

2007-04-02 20:23:28

Pye Bank Netball

Netball briefing by Pye Bank students

2007-03-28 20:40:32

Sunday 4th March 2007

Earl Marshall Under 11s match report: Earl Marshall JFC 6; Hackenthorpe Juniors 1 Sheffield & District Junior Sunday League – Division D. Hinde House School

2007-03-28 18:03:38

Sunday 11th February 2007

Earl Marshall Under 11s match report. Hackenthorpe Juniors 2; Earl Marshall JFC 4. Sheffield & District Junior Sunday League – Trophy Semi Final Sunday 11th February 2007- Birley Community College.

2007-03-28 17:58:31

Sunday 4th February 2007

Earl Marshall Under 11s match report: Norton Lees Juniors 0; Earl Marshall JFC 6 Sheffield & District Junior Sunday League – Division D. Herdings Park

2007-03-28 17:28:26

Sunday 28th January 2007

Earl Marshall Under 11s match report. Earl Marshall JFC 3; Junior Fox 1 Sheffield & District Junior Sunday League – Division D. Hinde House School Ground

2007-03-28 17:23:36

Clearing the way

But walking, as we know doesn’t mean going to Derbyshire. And one small contribution that the Area Panel’s making to walking – and trying to reduce the 41 premature deaths a year in Burngreave caused by inadequate exercise – is to open up local paths.

2007-03-13 12:22:52

Walking groups

Local walking groups are springing up around the area.

2007-03-13 12:11:44

Walking

In June 2005 this column addressed, at some length, the number of cars arriving at a local school dropping off or fetching children at 9am or 3pm. Owler Brook school staff and some parents have been thinking about how to tackle this and at the end of April launched their first ‘Walk on Wednesday’ day.

2007-03-13 12:02:10

Burngreave Area Panel

Latest news from the Area Co-ordinator for the Burngreave Area Panel. Including:

• A focus on walking

• Walking Groups

• The Area Panel’s efforts to open up local paths.

Plus:

• Bring Out Your Rubbish day

• Councillors' surgery dates

2007-03-13 11:56:34

Easter break soccer skills camps

Dates and times for soccer skills camps for the Easter break. All are all fun based with games to be played and prizes to be won.

2007-03-07 17:02:18

Under 18s update: March 07

The Burngreave/Canklow Crusaders semi-final was eventually played at Stocksbridge and the lads were defeated 2-1 to an overwhelming Stocksbridge team.

2007-03-07 16:58:56

New Under 7s team

Earl Marshall F.C. are looking for:

• Under 7's players

• Managers and Coaches

to form a team for the 2007/08 season.

2007-03-07 16:22:26

Join Burngreave Ramblers

Burngreave Ramblers walks are five to seven miles long and are usually in the Peak District.

2007-02-24 19:06:03

Football players required!

Earl Marshal Under 11s are looking for more players for the coming season.

2007-02-24 18:57:49

Osgathorpe Park Activities

Grass sledging, climbing and footy! If you fancy having a go at any of these activities, come and join Friends of Osgathorpe Park.

2007-02-24 12:03:07

Burngreave/Canklow Crusaders update

An update for the Burngreave/Canklow Crusaders under 18's football team from Steve Richardson, FA Community Football Development Officer.

2007-01-17 16:00:42

Burngreave Under 10s

After last year’s success as Sheffield District’s Junior Sunday League champions, the Under 10s are once again holding their own.

2006-12-01 15:14:15

Earl Marshall Under 11s

Earl Marshall Juniors have made a good start to their first season of eleven-a-side football. After a couple of setbacks early in the campaign, the players have hit a run of form with a recent 3–2 home win at Hinde House School against Rotherham Town and a move up to fifth place in Division D of the Sheffield & District Junior League.

2006-12-01 15:12:15

Burngreave/ Canklow Crusaders

Burngreave Sports Project's under 18s football team, the Burngreave Canklow Crusaders, is currently attracting attention. In only their second season, the team has once again sustained a lofty league position and looks well placed for promotion even this early in the season.

2006-12-01 15:08:27

Football review

• The under 18s football team, Burngreave Canklow Crusaders, is currently attracting attention, and looks well placed for promotion…

• Earl Marshall under 11s make a good start to their first season…

• Burngreave Under 10s are once again holding their own…

2006-12-01 15:04:29

Fir Vale School courses

Various courses currently running.

2006-11-16 19:47:40

Burngreave Ramblers

Walks start from Abbeyfield Park gates

2006-11-16 19:11:40

All Saints Soccer School

Dates for children and young people's football classes.

2006-11-08 13:21:00

New Wanderers

Five years ago there were no youth football teams in Burngreave, now there are five, including the Multicultural Wanderers, two new teams for under-11s and under-13s.

2006-11-08 13:12:44