Kingsbridge receives vote of support from Midlands football icon

Over the last 3 years Kingsbridge Community Sports has received the support of many people, and now the list includes football legend Cyrille Regis, MBE. The former England, Aston Villa, West Brom, Wolves and Coventry footballer, who recently published his first book ‘My Story’ is seen by many as the first ‘black icon’ in football. Cyrille was recently shown the Holders Lane site by Roger Lynch and Mohammed Shafique, two of the Kingsbridge’s Directors. This was what he said:

“I am impressed with the fantastic work that Kingsbridge has been doing in engaging with local communities and in developing plans to transform the Holders Lane site into a dynamic sporting venue for the benefit of local people. This kind of project is very close to my heart as it will provide much improved facilities for grass-roots sports clubs and will increase participation in sport in the South Birmingham area. I wish Kingsbridge every success in their endeavours.”

Kingsbridge is awaiting confirmation from Birmingham City Council that the Leasehold of the site will be transferred into community ownership. Once confirmation is received, Kingsbridge will be able to start the main capital fund raising, and the transformation of the site will begin.