Worcestershire Disability Football Club Founded 2004

Worcestershire Disability Football Club MAXIMISE THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISABLED PEOPLE TO TAKE PART IN FOOTBALL

Do we need a slide here to explain what disability is – Who is included in this This opens eyes to those who may think disability is only physical and not behavioural Also we can explain many players in ‘mainstream’ clubs who may be deemed to be ‘slow learners’ or ‘difficult’ may be undiagnosed and in need of a more understanding supportive environment to play in

BARRIERS? Unsure? Embarrassed? Frightened? Vulnerable? Need Support? Parents/Carers very busy? Games at bad time? No Public Transport? No car? Cannot travel alone? Unable to access? Costs? Family Demands? Sibling Competition? Other Sports? Risk Concerns? POOR COMMUNICATION BY FOOTBALL CLUBS AND COUNTY FAs

Individual Players Ad Hoc Games Join Teams Teams in Leagues National Competitions Desire to join in Difficulty accessing Support at schools Start building skills Improve motor skills Improve fitness Become more like their peers Build self-esteem Take part in group organizing

Three Counties League NOW

Three Counties League WDFC Charter Standard Community Clubs New Teams THE FUTURE PARENTS

THE PROBLEM Individual Schools Parents/Carers How do we get the message through these layers? How do those who want to play get to teams/clubs?

THE PROBLEM PARENTS, CARERS and PLAYERS Schools Clubs How do we get the message through these layers? How do those who want to play get to teams/clubs?