Lisburn & Castlereagh Sports Clubs Invited to Take on New Challenge

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is calling on local sports clubs to sign up for the very first Sports Club Games. The new initiative encourages clubs to step out of their comfort zone and compete across three new sports.

Designed to encourage friendly competition, the Sports Club Games will see clubs go head-to-head in Dodgeball, Pickleball and Tenpin Bowling. It’s a chance for clubs to try something different and show their competitive spirit in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.

The Games will take place across three evenings between 24 February and 25 March, hosted at Lagan Valley LeisurePlex and Dundonald International Ice Bowl. Open to participants aged 16 and over, the events are suitable for all levels of fitness, regardless of experience.

Speaking at the launch, Councillor Tim Mitchell, Chair of the Communities & Wellbeing Committee said, “This is a fantastic opportunity for sports clubs to test their adaptability in an unfamiliar competitive context, while also bonding as a team and having fun. The Sports Club Games are about participation, enjoyment and bringing clubs together in a new and exciting way.”

Each evening promises plenty of action, with a number of trophies up for grabs, including Cup and Plate winners at each stage of the competition. The Games will then culminate in the crowning of the overall Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council Sports Club Champion at the final event.”

Sports clubs across the council area are encouraged to sign up and get involved. Whether you’ve tried the sports before or not, the focus is on taking part, working together and enjoying some friendly competition.

To register a team, please email lyndsay.mcveigh@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk

Pictured - Councillor Tim Mitchell, Chair of the Communities and Wellbeing Committee with Grant Dugan from Tenpin Ireland, Michael Preston from Dundonald Football Club and Kim Scott from Dundonald Ice Skating Club.