A junior football team in Reading is enjoying the perfect start to the new year by getting its hands on a stylish new kit – thanks to a leading builders merchant.
On the back of an unforgettable summer of football which saw England reach the final of Euro 2020, Selco Builders Warehouse offered a special incentive for teams wanting to give its youngsters a surprise following the disruption caused by the pandemic.
Selco has given away 10 sets of kits to junior teams across the UK playing at under 16 level or younger who compete in a recognised league.
And among them are the Reading YMCA football club.
Jamie Froude was thrilled that the team now have the new kit to enjoy.
“We would like to say a massive thank you to Selco Builders Warehouse, the kits are absolutely fantastic,” he said.
“Like nearly all sectors of society, junior football clubs up and down the country have been heavily affected by the pandemic. It’s been difficult both financially but also in terms of the mental wellbeing of the children, so it’s been great to get them back playing matches this season.
“The reaction we had from the kids and their parents when we showed them the new kits was so positive and it’s given them a much-needed boost after a tough period in their young lives.
“We cannot thank Selco enough for putting smiles back on the faces of our players.”
The donation has also pleased Selco, which has a branch in Portman Road.
The company’s marketing director, Carin Jessamine, said that the company is delighted to be supporting the club.
“It’s really important that we continue to give something back to the communities in which we operate, and grassroots sports is integral to the lives of our customers, colleagues and the wider public,” she said.
“After such an unbelievable summer of football following the performance of the England team, we felt that it was a good opportunity to continue the feel-good factor as children started returning to the pitch with their team-mates.
“I would like to take this opportunity to wish Reading YMCA the very best of luck for the remainder of the season, and hopefully the new kits will inspire them to a fantastic run of results.”
