Free football camps to take place across Glasgow this summer
The sessions, organised by Scottish Gas and the Scottish FA, will help keep "thousands of children active, social, and engaged" during the school holidays.
Drumchapel United, Pollok United, Whitacre Wolves, Glasgow City, and Castlemilk are among the clubs taking part in the camps which will run throughout July and August.
Lee McCulloch, former Scotland international (Image: Supplied) Former Scotland international, Lee McCulloch, said: "Football has always been more than just a game to me.
"It's about teamwork, confidence, and keeping active.
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"These camps are a brilliant way for kids to stay engaged during the break while also giving parents some much-needed peace of mind."
James Corcoran, head of strategic brand partnerships at Scottish Gas, said: 'Scottish Gas has been a constant in communities for generations, and we're proud to support families when it matters most. Our holiday camps are about more than football – they offer fun activities for kids and support for parents who need a reliable helping hand over the holidays.'
The schedule for these free camps is as follows:
Drumchapel United at Donald Dewar, 220 Garscadden Road, G15 8SX, will hold camps from July 14 to 18 and August 4 to 8, between 10am and 1pm.
Pollok United at Nethercraigs Sport Centre, 310 Cokerhill Road, G52 1RR, will host from June 30 to July 4 and July 7 to 11, between 10am and 1pm.
Whitacre Wolves at Gowanbank Primary, 1 Craigbank Drive, G53 6RA, will have camps from June 30 to July 4 and August 4 to 8, from 10am to 1pm.
Glasgow City at GHA Rugby Football Club, Braidholm Road, G46 6EB, will organise sessions from July 7 to 11 and July 21 to 25, from 9am to 12pm.
Castlemilk at Barlia Football Centre, 60 Glenwood Path, G45 9UD, will host children from July 14 to 18, between 9am and 12pm.
For more details, go to https://www.scottishfa.co.uk/scottish-cup/scottish-gas-hub/camps/.
The summer will also witness an increase in the Scottish Gas Para camps, aimed at helping people with disabilities engage and participate in football.
These week-long camps will run throughout the year and engage with more than 1,000 participants.
Commenting on the the importance of increasing the awareness of the Para football camps, Pat Nevin, former Chelsea and Everton winger, said: "There's strong evidence that football and sport can play a huge role in supporting young people with autism, from improving motor skills and social interaction to helping reduce the severity of certain symptoms.
"That's why initiatives like the Para Football Camps are so important. The positive impact they can have isn't just significant — it can be life-changing."
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