Building Community Through Grassroots Football: Sponsoring Snaith Juniors Under 10s

Thurston Group is stepping up to the pitch for community spirit, proudly sponsoring Snaith Juniors Under 10s football team! This new partnership will see Thurston providing full kits and training tops for the grassroots team, competing in the Doncaster & District League.

For the Under 10s, this sponsorship represents a milestone. Until now, they played in mismatched kits without any external sponsorship, despite their impressive track record on the pitch. Based between Thurston’s three main sites in Wakefield, Hull, and Catfoss, Snaith Juniors caters to young players aged 5 to 14, nurturing local talent and instilling a love for the game in the local community.

The Under 10s recently celebrated a standout season, competing not only within their age group but also holding their own against older teams and even youth academies from elite clubs such as Liverpool, Manchester City, and Leicester City. This underdog spirit resonated with Thurston, making the decision to support the team an easy one.

Stuart Waddell, a Thurston employee and parent of one of the players, helped bring this partnership to life, solidifying a local connection that further underlines Thurston’s commitment to grassroots initiatives.

John Pay, Thurston Group’s Sales and Marketing Director, shared his enthusiasm about the sponsorship: “It was an easy yes to agree to be the new sponsor of the Snaith Juniors Under 10s. Supporting youth sports aligns with our values of community engagement, promoting growth and well-being. Snaith Juniors’ spirit, tenacity, and success from an underdog position really stood out for us. We can’t wait to see how the team develops in the coming season.”

Alec Johnson, coach of the Under 10s, also expressed his gratitude: “Thurston’s generosity has made a world of difference. Without their support, the boys wouldn’t have had the opportunity to continue playing with the confidence they now have. We’re incredibly grateful, and the team are all wearing the new kit with pride.”

Thurston’s sponsorship of Snaith Juniors Under 10s is just one example of the company’s dedication to community causes. As a longstanding supporter of various local youth groups across multiple sports, Thurston Group consistently demonstrates its commitment to enriching the lives of young people and fostering a strong sense of community through sports and other activities.