Powerleague Reveals Sport Investment
Five-a-side football centre operator, Powerleague Fives Ltd, has announced plans to invest £20 million into community sports facilities across London – in a bid to create new opportunities for people of all ages to play sport.
Powerleague is now inviting all stakeholders from across London to consider where new investment into community sports facilities can make a difference to local communities – whether that is a new Powerleague centre with 10 pitches and pavilion, or refurbishing existing facilities that Powerleague will then operate under a usage agreement.
Sean Tracey, CEO of Powerleague, said of the investment: ‘We are looking forward to working with a range of partners including the London boroughs, secondary schools and voluntary organisations to achieve a step change in the accessibility of high quality facilities available within London.’
The plans have been welcomed by the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, who commented: ‘After such a fantastic summer of sport it is vital that we build on the momentum of the Games and help more Londoners to get fit and active…this investment by Powerleague will help to do just that.’
Sport England is also backing the investment programme, with it’s chair Richard Lewis, adding: ‘Powerleague will help create modern facilities that are accessible to everyone, helping people create a sporting habit for life.’
