Created by the charity Power2Inspire, the unique event brings together people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to play adapted sports such as Boccia, Kwik Cricket, Sitting Volleyball, Touch Rugby, Walking Football, and Goalball, with those taking part including students, corporate volunteers, disabled athletes, and members of the community.

“For its inaugural King’s Lynn PowerHouse Games, there were 12 mixed teams of six players drawn from a diverse range of participants, fostering connection and understanding through shared activity,” said Head of Year 7 Victoria Mann, who accompanied the students on the day.

“The teams rotated through a series of adapted sports designed so that everyone can participate, regardless of experience or physical ability.

“Students attending were inspired by the organisers, who demonstrated that sport really is for everyone and has so many benefits beyond the pitch or sports field.”

Our school, which is a member of the West Norfolk Academies Trust, was represented by 14 students at the event at Lynnsport, where each received a team T-shirt, certificate, and medal for taking part.

“We were thrilled to send a strong team of Year 7s from Springwood to represent the school,” continued Mrs Mann. “The students attending represented a range of different abilities, skill levels, and previous sporting experience.

“All of them were excited to have the opportunity to try new sports, work with new people, and build confidence through participating in this event and being part of a team.

“All students who participated were a credit to the school and threw themselves into the challenges that the Games presented.”

A highlight for the Springwood group was playing Wheelchair Basketball with the King’s Lynn Black Knights Wheelchair Rugby Team, with student Poppy saying: “I loved every part of the day, especially trying out the wheelchair sports, and being part of a team representing the school.”

“Springwood was extremely pleased to be included in the event, and help champion inclusivity and diversity when it comes to sport, alongside other schools from the local area,” added Mrs Mann.

“As it was the first PowerHouse Games to be held in King’s Lynn, we were thrilled to be one of the first schools to take part – and we are excited to take part next year when it returns.”