Last year saw Hackney’s young sporting talent rise six places higher than their previous performance at the London Youth Games. Around 400 youngsters from Hackney participated in the mini games for primary school children, and the main games for secondary school children.

Their excellent efforts resulted in a big improvement, with Hackney reaching 23rd place in the London borough league table. See the table of results in the download box on the right.

Past stars include cyclist Bradley Wiggins, footballer Ledley King, sprinters Linford Christie and John Regis, javelin thrower Steve Backley, 800 metre runner Jo Fenn and NBA super- star, Luol Deng.

Join the Hackney team!

The finals for different activities will take place in June and July. The following sports are offering free coaching and trials to select the Hackney team -

Athletics

(School years 8 and 9 only)
Every Sunday,10am–12.30pm
At Finsbury Park
Contact Ismail Mariche on 07961 662400

Boys Football

(School years 8 and 9 only)
Every Tuesday from 29 April, 4.30–6.30pm
At Hackney Marshes
Contact Marlon Gayle 020 7729 6970

Fencing

(School years12 and under)
Venue to be confirmed
Contact Hackney Leisure and Sports on 020 8356 7563/7443

Girls Football

(School years 9 and under)
Every Tuesday from 29 April, 4.30–6pm
Venue to be confirmed
Contact: Dwight Bond 020 7324 5101

Table Tennis

(School years 12 & under)
Every Wednesday, 7–9pm
Queensbridge Sports and Community Centre
Contact Hackney Leisure and Sports on 020 8356 7563/7443

Tennis

(School years 12 and under)
Contact  Hackney City Tennis Club for more info on 020 7254 4235

Events

We are also seeking individuals for: archery, angling and squash

If you are interested please contact Sports Development on 020 8356 7563/7443 or email leisuresports@hackney.gov.uk

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Page updated: 22 Apr 2008