Barcan+Kirby sponsors Cerebral Palsy Football Festival
On the weekend of 3rd and 4th August 2024, we had the pleasure of sponsoring and attending the 2024 Cerebral Palsy International Football Festival in Bristol.
The hosts, Bristol City Cerebral Palsy Football Club (BCCP), organised a wonderful event and it was a great privilege for Barcan+Kirby to be a pitch sponsor.
Over the two days, representatives from our Clinical Negligence and Personal Injury departments volunteered at the tournament. Helen Franklin, Charlotte Tracy, Richard Harries, Evie McAlister and Jack Gay enjoyed two glorious days in the sun, refilling water and directing teams whilst watching football matches played by passionate young players. Our volunteers had an amazing time and met some inspirational people.
Helen and Charlotte also attended the evening dinner and awards ceremony at Bristol City Football Club’s stadium, Ashton Gate. This was a perfect tribute to the stars of the day: the young players.
“What an amazing weekend! It’s not often you get to meet so many awesome people in one day. The event was brilliantly organised and special thanks to Alison for allowing us the opportunity to be a part of this.
I was truly honoured to be ‘chaperone’ for CP Football Development Academy (Team Ireland). They didn’t need me at all due to being absolute pros already, but still allowed me to hang out with them all day. I had so much fun and haven’t laughed that hard in ages. On top of all that, I got to watch some top-class football all day.”
– Helen Franklin
About Bristol City Cerebral Palsy Football Club
BCCP provides young people with cerebral palsy or an acquired brain injury the opportunity to play football in a safe, fun and inclusive environment.
The ethos of the Club is that it is not just about playing the sport; it’s about building a community and showcasing the talents of these athletes. The Club enters players into the England talent pathway and is always looking for tournaments and fixtures to gain match experience.
England’s largest Cerebral Palsy International Football Festival brings together clubs from around Europe, and this was the first time it has been held in England.
Bristol City Cerebral Palsy Football Club relies on fundraising to fund its operation and to continue raising disability awareness in the world of football. It’s not too late to donate; click here to contribute.
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We are grateful to BCCP for all their hard work and organisation, and for letting us be a part of the weekend; what a fantastic event!
It was heartwarming to see young people with cerebral palsy thrive in an inclusive and fun environment. Our medical negligence solicitors work closely with individuals with cerebral palsy and their families, helping them claim compensation to fund specialist care, therapy and equipment.
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