Pan Disability

In September 2022, Alex Poole embarked on an inspiring journey to create the Evesham United Pan Disability Football Club, driven by a passion for inclusivity and a vision to make football accessible to individuals of all ages and abilities. Starting with just three adult players, the club’s dedication and enthusiasm quickly transformed the club into a thriving community that now boasts over 30 players who gather weekly for training sessions.

The club’s inclusive ethos extends across generations, with players ranging from 4 to 60 years old, fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie on and off the field. The diverse age groups not only promote inter-generational connections but also provide a unique and enriching experience for everyone involved.

Evesham United Pan Disability Football Club became affiliated with the Worcestershire Football Association (Worcestershire FA), a testament to the club’s commitment to maintaining high standards and professionalism. The affiliation solidifies their standing within the football community and opens up opportunities for players to engage in competitive matches and tournaments.

Beyond the local impact, Alex Poole (our Head coach) has taken on the role of Disability Ambassador for Worcestershire FA, demonstrating his dedication to supporting other football clubs in establishing their own disability football programs. Through this role, Alex actively collaborates with clubs across the region, sharing his experiences and expertise to encourage the growth of inclusive football initiatives.

Evesham United Pan Disability Football Club has become a beacon of inclusivity and community engagement. The club not only provides a platform for individuals with diverse abilities to participate in the beautiful game but also sets an example for other communities to follow, fostering a culture where everyone, regardless of age or ability, can share the joy of playing football.

Evesham United Pan Disability Team Core focuses:

We actively promote Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in our behaviour, practices and values.

Football is for everyone; it belongs to and should be enjoyed by anyone who wants to participate in it, whether as a player, official, staff member or spectator. We aim, therefore, to bring people together in a way that supports positive change, makes people feel valued and improves the lives and inclusive experience of our fans and the wider community.

Through our local community with disabilities, we aim to:

• To increase the awareness, accessibility, engagement, and inclusivity within Evesham United Football Club.
• To increase the representation of disabled players, and colleagues and enhance our culture, through an increased understanding of disability.
• To increase the number of disabled people taking part in football for fun and competition in schools, clubs and the community.
• To change the perceptions and social barriers for disabled people to play football.
• To create and sustain Pan disability football disability team/s that represent Evesham United FC across all ages.

In the heart of Evesham United Pan Disability Football Club, we passionately embrace the power of visuals to foster an inclusive and engaging environment for our players. Understanding the diverse range of abilities within our team, we recognise that visuals play a crucial role in breaking down communication barriers and creating an enriching experience for all. Pan disability football is a format of football which is for recreational and competitive participants with a mixture of abilities. If you have a disability or long-term health impairment and like football then get in touch! email: eufcdisability@gmail.com

What is COMETS?

Comets is a recreational, pan-disability football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Pan-disability is the largest format of disability football, which sees players with a broad range of impairments and health conditions play together.

Comets offer a new, flexible and inclusive way of playing, one that’s all about playfulness, friendships and having fun. More than anything, Comets is football that breaks the old rules and replaces them with a brand new one: JUST BE YOU. email: eufcdisability@gmail.com

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