A fund-raising project has been launched to build a brand new 3G pitch and floodlighting at Lymm High School, to be used by students and the wider community.
The state-of-the-art pitch, which allows sport to be played in all weather conditions on an artificial surface that feels very much like real grass, would be a joint venture between Lymm High School and the Football Association, Football Foundation and Cheshire FA.
The school are looking to make an application to the Premier League/Football Association fund next year and intend to embark on an extensive fundraising campaign to raise the balance of funding.
They hope that local people will show their support for a community 3G football pitch by helping to raise at least £100,000 to help support the bid.
As well as seeking support from local councillors, businesses and other sporting organisations, the school will also be enlisting the help of the parents and young people of both the school and the borough.
Fundraising to improve the changing facilities at the comprehensive school also began last year.
The school now intend to combine the funds raised for the two projects, ensuring that the changing room refurbishment meets the FA’s regulations for changing facilities – something that is necessary for a successful bid.
Gwyn Williams, Headteacher at Lymm High school said: “This is a fabulous opportunity for the school – and one that may not come around again for many years. Having such a facility on site would benefit every single student, being used for PE lessons and a wide range of extra-curricular and community sporting activities. At the same time, it will be a tremendous asset to the wider community, with the pitch being available to local clubs and groups in the evenings and at weekends’
“Sport is a key part of every child’s education and development and together we can make a truly deep and lasting impact on the school. We’re all very excited to see so much enthusiasm for the project so far and look forward to seeing the plans become a reality. If anybody is able to help, we would really appreciate their support.’
For more information or to donate visit www.lymmhigh.org.uk
