Blaenau Gwent Council has honoured Cymric Netball Club with a special recognition certificate for their outstanding commitment to equality and inclusion within the community.
Presiding Member and Equality Champion, Councillor Chris Smith, visited a training session this week to present the team with their award and took the opportunity to net a few balls himself!
The award celebrates the club鈥檚 dedication to creating a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment for all 鈥� both on and off the court. Cymric Netball Club has consistently demonstrated how sport can be a powerful force for bringing people together, breaking down barriers, and celebrating diversity.
Councillor Smith praised the club鈥檚 impact, saying:
鈥淐ymric Netball Clwb is a shining example of how sport can unite us. Their commitment to inclusion and community spirit reflects the very best of Blaenau Gwent. It鈥檚 an honour to recognise their work.鈥�
Helen Williams from the club says:
鈥淲e are delighted to receive this award and receive recognition for our role in providing a safe space for members to connect and get active. We will continue to serve the local community and ensure everyone, no matter who they are, has the opportunity to participate in the sport we love. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our amazing members, parents, carers and all our dedicated club volunteers for everything they do to support Cymric. Without their support, we would not be able to achieve this recognition or our club goals.
鈥淎 particular mention must go to Chloe Rose, our club Head Coach and Social Media lead, Chloe continually goes above and beyond for our members on and off the court and embodies the inclusive values we promote as a club. In doing so she has transformed the way we connect with our community and means our work extends well-beyond the court."
The evening was a celebration of values that matter deeply to Blaenau Gwent 鈥� equality, inclusion, and community. Congratulations to Cymric Netball Club on this well-deserved honour.
