A YOUTH football club has announced the signing of its first female player.
Youngster Grace Saunders has joined Darlington Young Bulls FC and a club spokesman said the it hopes to recruit many more female members.
Meanwhile, in conjunction with Middlesbrough Council and the Middlesbrough FC Foundation, the club is organising a five-a-side tournament for adults with special educational needs.
It will take place at the new sports’ village in Middlesbrough. For more information, call 07936-702-517.
Meanwhile, the club is keen to recruit new players, both boys and girls aged from six to 14.
The club is based at Blackwell Meadows, home of Darlington Rugby Club.
Anyone interested in taking part can call 07884-360-159.
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