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Great to see this research. Sport really can be a leader in society to help build cultural competence, social cohesion through our common love for sport. Although this uses the example of football, it can apply in other settings. I have the privilege of being involved at Edinburgh South Cricket Club, where the club's membership includes 17 different nationalities, with a diverse range of ethnicities, religions, cultural identities and beliefs - but one common thing unites us, a shared love of cricket. Cricket is a game that requires people to spend vast amounts of time together on the field, working through situations together as a team to achieve a result. Through simply being around many others with different cultural experiences and identities, I've learnt so much. Most importantly, we've embraced the multiple cultural identities and beliefs as our strength, finding space to learn about and support each other. Less 'integration into a culture' and more 'evolution of our culture together'. Sport really can be a leader in society for bringing people together. Do you have a great example from your own club or sport? Feel free to share on our Equity Coach page!

An interesting report today published by British Future and Spirit of 2012 on the role football can play in creating social cohesion in diverse communities, through a common love of football. Do you have any examples you can share of sports doing precisely that? Can sport be a leader in building cohesion and cultural competence in local communities ?

PLAYING ⚽ Cheshire FA Business Strategy 2024-28 Throughout this strategy, we will ensure that football is accessible to all. We want to increase participation in each pathway! Read our Strategy: 👉 https://lnkd.in/edQzZT-f #ChangingLivesThroughFootball

🌟 The Future is Now: Leny Yoro at Manchester United 🌟 The football world is buzzing with the news that 18-year-old sensation Leny Yoro has joined Manchester United! 🏟️ The intervention of former United legend Rio Ferdinand was pivotal in this £52 million transfer from Lille, securing Yoro amidst interest from Real Madrid. Rio’s personal touch, showcasing the club’s rich history and expectations, was key. This strategy underlines the importance of legacy and mentorship in modern football. ### Key Takeaways: - **Strategic Recruitment**: Rio Ferdinand's involvement highlights how clubs leverage legends within their networks to attract young talent. - **Investment in Youth**: An £52 million investment in an 18-year-old shows the increasing trend of investing heavily in youth players, banking on long-term potential. - **Player Expectations**: Young talents are now groomed with a deep connection to the club’s ethos, fostering loyalty and high performance. Yoro's debut against Rangers not only showcased his talent but also drew comparisons between his style and Ferdinand’s, hinting at a bright future. 🌟 ### Implications for the Industry: - **Mentorship Programs**: Clubs may benefit from developing structured mentorship initiatives with former players. - **Youth Investment**: Clubs are likely to focus even more on nurturing and acquiring young talent. 💬 What are your thoughts on this transfer strategy? Can other clubs replicate Manchester United's success in attracting young prodigies? #FootballTransfers #YouthTalent #ManchesterUnited #FootballStrategy #Mentorship #SportsIndustry Read more here: [BBC Sports - Leny Yoro Transfer](https://lnkd.in/e63-3Tct

Looking forward to having you join our panel discussion on 30th May Darragh!

Let’s talk about where you can get to by resilience effort and shear determination!!

The recent withdrawal of Charlotte Dujardin from the Olympics due to a historic video highlights how past actions can resurface and impact one’s reputation. This incident is a strong reminder of the importance of accountability and transparency, not just in sports, but in all areas of public life.   In today’s digital age, how can we better prepare for and manage the repercussions of our past actions to protect our reputations?   https://lnkd.in/gZ9X7Ss7

Such a terrific panel! Will be so interesting to listen to these OGGs thoughts on the business of sport.

Golf and pickleball remain the most popular activities at private clubs, but they continue to face challenges with capacity. However, year-over-year, these capacity issues have shown a gradual decline as club leaders implement innovative strategies to improve access. See more data: https://bit.ly/4eYd3M9

This is an important development the checks and balances of these sports for navigating and applying the National Integrity Framework. https://lnkd.in/gRv4weVw