The SPAR Lancashire School Games has the addition of a new business partner with Spencer Clarke Group jumping into the arena as official T-shirt sponsor.
The award-winning recruitment agency specialise in a range of key disciplines within both the public and private spheres. As specialists within the education and SEND sector, Spencer Clarke Group has a history of supporting schools across Lancashire, including recently assisting Mereside Primary Academy in Blackpool with the construction of a new playground for its pupils.
Since 2006, the SPAR Lancashire School Games have played a vital role in helping children from all backgrounds across the county access sport and physical activity. Organised by Active Lancashire in partnership with the School Games Organiser Network, the Games are proudly sponsored by SPAR through its association with James Hall & Co. Ltd.
Through this new partnership, Spencer Clarke Group will serve as the official T-shirt sponsor for the SPAR Lancashire School Games, further enhancing the look and feel of the special keepsake garment that participants get to take home with them from the School Games’ trio of finale events.
Andy Clark, Schools Partnerships Officer at Active Lancashire, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating: “We are thrilled to welcome Spencer Clarke Group as a partner for the 2024/25 SPAR Lancashire School Games. With their strong connections to schools across the county, they understand the importance of ensuring every child has the opportunity to engage in physical activity and sport. Their support will be invaluable in helping us create meaningful experiences for participants.
“Providing children with keepsake T-shirts from the finale events is a long-standing tradition that leaves a lasting impression. These mementoes serve as reminders of their achievements, inspiring them to carry the skills, confidence, and enthusiasm they gain at our events into their everyday lives, and to have Spencer Clarke Group’s logo on that alongside the SPAR Lancashire School Games highlights their respective contributions to these special occasions.”
To mark the announcement, representatives from SPAR, Active Lancashire, and Spencer Clarke Group gathered at a Drumba session at Blackpool Sports Centre.
Designed to be inclusive for pupils of all abilities, the event combined elements of Zumba and drumming, welcoming Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) pupils from Blackpool and the surrounding areas.
Philippa Harrington, Marketing Manager at James Hall & Co. Ltd, said: “Spencer Clarke Group joining the collaboration that is the SPAR Lancashire School Games underscores a shared commitment from all partners to encourage young people to stay active, build confidence, and develop lifelong healthy habits.
“We are delighted that a like-minded business has joined the SPAR Lancashire School Games, and it is testament to the status of the Games and its development over almost 20 years. The additional investment Spencer Clarke Group will make as official T-shirt sponsor will ensure the Games continue to evolve and grow, ensuring more children across Lancashire have access to enriching sporting experiences.”
Recruitment Consultant, Jolie Moon said: “We’re incredibly proud to partner with Active Lancashire and to play a role in providing children with souvenirs from these fantastic events. It’s great to see students engaging in physical activity purely for enjoyment, without the pressure of competition.
Jolie added: “One of our core CSR aspirations is to support early years development to lay the foundations for lifelong learning, health and wellbeing. That’s why we love to support schools and students in any way we can, and this partnership is a great example of that commitment. We’re looking forward to attending more events with Active Lancashire and continuing to help provide opportunities for young people to stay active and have fun.”
In 2024, the School Games were restructured to enhance local engagement by organising events into three distinct clusters – Coastal, Central, and Pennine – ensuring activities better align with local needs. Last year’s Games successfully engaged 26,000 children across Lancashire through a calendar of events and competitions. Following this success, the 2024/25 Games will continue with the same structure to maximise participation and impact, strengthened by the new partnership with Spencer Clarke Group.
For further information, please contact news@activelancashire.org.uk or visit activelancashire.org.uk
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