For the first time in Solihull, children will get the chance to train in Kickboxing and self defence with European Heavyweight Champion, Paul Gilmore. Previously instruction from Paul has been by invitation only and for competitors of national standard or above. Children aged between 6 and 15 have the exciting opportunity to take gradings in the same syllabus that Paul learnt from- so no previous experience is necessary. Children will get fit, develop confidence and have fun in an entirely safe environment. Classes are from 7pm to 8pm every Thursday at Lyndon School, Daylesford Road, Solihull. Each session costs £3. Call the office or e mail kickboxing@phys-kids.co.uk for more info.

The mini soccer academy continues to run throughout the year. Every Saturday 9.15 am at Four Dwellings Leisure Centre, Quinton and at 11am at Grove Vale Primary School, Great Barr. Call Matt Wynne for details on 07977 969982.

Thank you to Warwickshire County Cricket Club for looking after us at the culmination of our cricket development programmes. Children from our Hamstead Hall Academy were taken to the county ground for a championship match and then introduced to the players. The children received their official caps from international spinner Saqlain Mushtaq.

Well done to the girls of Bishop Walsh School in Sutton Coldfield for winning our North Birmingham Schools girls cricket tournament. Also congratulations to the International College in Kitts Green for their victory in our East Birmingham Schools girls cricket tournament.

Our exciting new programme of events is now up and running. See the timetable of events for more details.