Jun 5, 2024 | ActivSports
Members of the ActivLives Inclusive Badminton groups, competed successfully at a Para-Disability Badminton tournament held recently in Gillingham, Kent. The event was hosted by Kent Badminton, in partnership with Badminton England and was attended by the President of Badminton England, Derek Batchelor and the CEO, Sue Storey.
In addition to our local athletes (who were representing Special Olympics Suffolk), the event attracted competitors from Kent, Middlesex, Surrey, Lancashire and Devon.
Seven athletes from the ActivLives/Special Olympics Suffolk groups, competed with great distinction, in divisions for athletes with an intellectual (learning) disability, across the singles and doubles events.
“We have seen some brilliant performances from our players today, which have resulted in medals of all colours being won”, said Mike McCarthy, Badminton Coach from ActivLives and Special Olympics Suffolk. “As well as being competitive though, the positive, exuberant and fun attitude of our athletes is a privilege to witness, they are a credit to Suffolk!”.
Many thanks to the volunteers and family members who supported our athletes on the day.
If you would like to find out more about getting involved with badminton for players with a learning disability, particularly in the Ipswich/South Suffolk area, please call ActivLives on 01473 345350 or email mike@activlives.org.uk
May 1, 2024 | ActivSports
ActivLives recently hosted a New Age Kurling Competition at Gainsborough Sports Centre.
For our competition we invited various Kurling groups from Ipswich and Felixstowe to come together for a day of fun and activity. We had a total of 38 participants taking part in the competition on the day. There were bronze, silver and gold medals up for grabs.
We first played group games, followed by a semi-final and then a final game to decide our gold medallists.
A special thanks to our volunteers who helped with the organisation of the day’s events and keep score of the games. Your help was greatly appreciated by all.
Curious about Kurling?
New Age Kurling is an adapted version of the Olympic sport Curling, and is suitable for nearly all abilities. It’s a fun way to stay active and meet new people. ActivLives offer regular Kurling sessions at Felixstowe Leisure Centre and Walton Community Hall- if you’re interested in these sessions and want to get involved- please see our timetable for more details.
Apr 29, 2024 | ActivSports
The ActivLives Inclusive Badminton Tournament was held recently at Gainsborough Sports Centre in Ipswich. The event, delivered by ActivLives, in partnership with Special Olympics Suffolk, was a tremendous success with 26 competitors from inclusive groups in Ipswich, Wimbledon and Southampton, taking part.
The format consisted of four divisions, where players competed in doubles and singles groups in a round-robin format. The day concluded with a team relay event, with all of the players involved. There were some very close matches and divisions with one of the gold medals being decided by just a single point!
“Each time that we host one of these tournaments, the standard of play just keeps on rising”, said Mike McCarthy, ActivSport Development Officer. “These inclusive events, which are targeted at athletes with an intellectual/learning disability, are very important for us. They are a great way to help showcase the sportsmanship, commitment and talent of all the athletes who take part”.
Many thanks to our brilliant team of volunteers and also to our supporting partners Special Olympics Suffolk, Special Olympics GB, Suffolk Community Foundation and Ipswich Borough Council.
If you would like to find out more about getting involved with badminton for players with a learning disability, please call ActivLives on 01473 345350 or email mike@activlives.org.uk.
Mar 26, 2024 | ActivLives, ActivSports
The next ActivLives Inclusive Badminton Tournament is coming soon to Ipswich. The event, which will be held at Gainsborough Sports Centre and targeted at athletes who have an intellectual (learning) disability, has been sanctioned by Special Olympics GB and will be hosted in partnership with Special Olympics Suffolk.
If you would like to find out more about Inclusive Badminton with ActivLives, please contact Mike on 01473 345350 or email mike@activlives.org.uk
Mar 6, 2024 | ActivLives, ActivSports
ActivLives held another Inclusive Boccia Tournament recently at Gainsborough Sports Centre, in Ipswich. The event attracted 40 competitors, who played a total of 85 ends of boccia, over 30 matches, scoring 185 points. There were over 70 people attending the event, during the course of the day.
“Boccia (pronounced ‘botcha’), is a sport that can be played by anyone”, said Mike McCarthy, from ActivLives. “It is a target game, played with balls, where all of the participants are required to sit down whilst they play. It is one of those sports that is relatively easy to play, but devilishly tricky to play well”. The sport is particularly suitable for players with a disability, and will be part of the Paralympic programme to be held later this year in Paris.
The tournament in Ipswich consisted of three divisions, where players competed in pairs, or teams of three, in a round-robin format. The day concluded with a ‘spider decider’ mass team event, with all 40 players involved.
“The atmosphere at this event has been absolutely brilliant, we will definitely be doing this again soon!”
Many thanks to all of the athletes, to our brilliant team of volunteers and also to our supporting partners Special Olympics Suffolk, Special Olympics GB, the Postcode Places Trust and the Together Fund.
If you would like to find out more about how to get involved with boccia in the Ipswich, Stowmarket or Felixstowe areas, please call ActivLives on 01473 345350 or email mike@activlives.org.uk
Red Division:
| TEAMS
|
Match 1 |
Match 2 |
Match 3 |
Match 4 |
TOTAL PTS |
POS |
| Matthew Parnell, Joey Western, Jonny Anon |
6-1
(4) |
7-3
(4) |
4-3
(4) |
4-1
(4) |
16 |
1 |
| Rebecca Farnam, Karen Sampson, Mark Bailey |
3-0
(4) |
3-7
(1) |
5-3
(4) |
3-1
(4) |
13 |
2 |
| Glenn Turland, John Cartey, Andrew Clarke |
2-6
(1) |
7-0
(4) |
3-5
(1) |
1-4
(1) |
7 |
3 |
| Kayleigh Mason, David Lewin, Peter Grace |
6-2
(4) |
1-6
(1) |
2-3
(1) |
1-3
(1) |
7 |
4 |
| Christopher Howlett, Linda Alchin, Peter Paget |
0-3
(1) |
0-7
(1) |
3-2
(4) |
3-4
(1) |
7 |
5 |
Green Division
| TEAMS
|
Match 1 |
Match 2 |
Match 3 |
Match 4 |
TOTAL PTS |
POS |
| Jay Rednall, Sally Jenkinson, Jess Lake |
4-3
(4) |
2-2
(2) |
3-2
(4) |
4-2
(4) |
14 |
1 |
| Mark Rolfe, Caroline Rigley, Alfie Glanville |
5-3
(4) |
2-1
(4) |
2-3
(1) |
6-3
(4) |
13 |
2 |
| Alfie Orvis, Emma Barnett, Louise Baile |
3-4
(1) |
5-1
(4) |
9-0
(4) |
3-6
(1) |
10 |
3 |
| Ashley Lennon, Kathy Brill, Cameron Perkins |
3-5
(1) |
2-2
(2) |
0-9
(1) |
2-1
(4) |
8 |
4 |
| Paris Naliwjko, Natalie Molyneaux, Ellesse Winstone |
1-5
(1) |
1-2
(1) |
1-2
(1) |
2-4
(1) |
4 |
5 |
Blue Division
| TEAMS
|
Match 1 |
Match 2 |
Match 3 |
Match 4 |
TOTAL PTS |
POS |
| Ciaran Kiely and Jake Edwards |
3-2
(4) |
3-1
(4) |
4-0
(4) |
1-1
(2) |
14 |
1 |
| Trevor McLeese and Lewis Clarke |
2-3
(1) |
2-3
(1) |
8-0
(4) |
6-0
(4) |
10 |
2 |
| Cal Brennan and Kersha Sanders |
9-2
(4) |
7-1
(4) |
0-4
(1) |
0-6
(1) |
10 |
3 |
| Steve Francis and Becky Page |
1-7
(1) |
3-2
(4) |
1-1
(2) |
0-6
(1) |
8 |
4 |
| Elaine Dzregah and Emile Eno-Daynes |
2-9
(1) |
1-3
(1) |
0-8
(1) |
6-0
(4) |
7 |
5 |
Feb 13, 2024 | ActivLives, ActivSports
A New Age Kurling Competition is being hosted in Ipswich by ActivLives on Tuesday 19th March, 10am-2pm at Gainsborough Sports Centre, Brazier’s Wood Road, IP3 0SP.
New Age Kurling is an adapted version of the Olympic sport, Curling. Whether you have played New Age Kurling or not- this competition is open to anyone who would like to attend. If you are keen about Kurling or just curious about Kurling, we welcome you to come along and take part in the fun.
This event is accessible to all, but please could we ask if you have a particular requirement or a physical disability, to let us know so we can be sure to accommodate. New Age Kurling can be played while seated in a chair or wheelchair.
There will be an entry fee of £5 which can be paid on the day in cash or by cheque.
To enter this event or if have any queries please contact me via email frazier@activlives.org.uk or contact our office (01473 345 350). Or alternatively, you can submit your name for entry to our Session Leaders (Mike, Jo, Ally, Evie) who will pass your details on to myself.
