Huddersfield technical college students Nick Benbon and Samantha Wills stand by to teach

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Huddersfield technical college students Nick Benbon and Samantha Wills stand by to teach

Huddersfield technical college students Nick Benbon and Samantha Wills stand by to teach basketball to this group of youngsters from Spring Grove school. The students were among a group of 16 from the Colleges City and Guilds Recreation and Leisure Course who gained valuable coaching experience while providing a sports afternoon for the children. Course tutor Mrs Joan Welshaw said the afternoon was one of many which the students had planned for schools and community groups in the area. 15th November 1985

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Huddersfield Examiner Archive
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
HUD 85 6761

Media ID 21709058

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Basketball Gymnasium Physical Education Sports Teaching

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1985, Huddersfield Technical College students Nick Benbon and Samantha Wills can be seen eagerly standing by, ready to impart their basketball knowledge to a group of enthusiastic youngsters from Spring Grove School. As part of their City and Guilds Recreation and Leisure Course, these sixteen students were fortunate enough to gain valuable coaching experience while organizing a fun-filled sports afternoon for the children. The gymnasium serves as the backdrop for this heartwarming scene, where the passion for physical education shines through. Under the guidance of course tutor Mrs. Joan Welshaw, these aspiring coaches meticulously planned various activities not only for schools but also community groups in the area. This snapshot perfectly captures an era when teaching sports was more than just a job; it was an opportunity to inspire young minds and foster a love for physical activity. The genuine smiles on both the students' faces and those of the eager children reflect the joy that comes with sharing knowledge and nurturing talent. As we delve into this nostalgic image from decades past, let us appreciate how individuals like Nick Benbon and Samantha Wills selflessly dedicated themselves to shaping future generations through sport. Their commitment reminds us that education extends far beyond textbooks – sometimes all it takes is a ball, some willing hearts, and a shared love for basketball.

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