David Beckham Lovers

DAVID Beckham hopes a range of new sports kit will allow East Grinstead school children to improve their ball skills.

The global superstar is the ambassador of Sainsbury's Active Kids scheme, which donates thousands of pounds worth of equipment and experiences to young people every year.

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Local schools including Halsford Park, Estcots and The Meads primaries all signed up to the project and have been rewarded with a share of funds to purchase a variety of new sports and cooking equipment of their choice.

Former England football captain Beckham said: "I'm passionate about inspiring kids to try out a new sport and that's exactly what Active Kids is all about - encouraging kids to try, and hopefully really enjoy, something new.

"Well done to all those schools in East Grinstead for taking part this year and I hope they enjoy their new equipment."

For the full story, see this week's Courier & Observer.