CLANFIELD Football Club’s under-sevens have been proudly sporting more than just their skills this season as they have also been showing off a new kit.

The under-sevens have started their first season playing non-competitive organised football dressed in their blue and white outfits donated by Southern Co-op.

The club is run by volunteers and has grown to more than 15 youth teams across ages from the under-sevens to the under-18s, as well as having two adult teams.

Tony Walker, one of the coaches for Clanfield Football Club’s under-sevens, said: “As a club we try and keep our costs as low as possible so that playing football can be accessible for all.

“The under-sevens are the youngest group starting out so needed home and away kits for both teams, the Southern Co-op donation has meant that we have enough shirts for both teams on away games.

“For me, it means the children can go out onto the pitch, feeling smart and proud of the club they play for, ready to enjoy themselves and give their best.”

Tom King, duty manager at Southern Co-op’s Clanfield store, said: “It is great to see the funding being used for kit and equipment, and generally to help fund the team to give opportunities for all kids to play organised football.

“We supported them because they are very local and we feel strongly in giving young kids the opportunity to participate in organised football and other sports events. It also encourages healthy living through exercise.”