On Saturday, sports minister Stephanie Peacock dropped by the Cledara Abbey Stadium along with MP Daniel Zeichner to celebrate Cambridge United Foundation’s matchday takeover.
They took a close look at the foundation’s broad role in the city, covering everything from education and health projects to local community partnerships. Fans also got to enjoy various activities throughout the day.
Sports minister Stephanie Peacock visits the Cledara Abbey Stadium with Daniel Zeichner MP. Picture: Cambridge United Foundation
Ms Peacock, who is Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Sport, Tourism, Civil Society and Youth, said: “It was great to visit Cambridge United and see at first hand some of the fantastic work they carry out in the community. From its groundbreaking partnership with Astra Zeneca – encouraging young people to engage actively with science – to its matchday collaboration with the Edge cafe helping people recovering from addiction, Cambridge United is a beacon for positive community action.
Sports minister Stephanie Peacock visits the Cledara Abbey Stadium. Picture: Cambridge United Foundation
“Football clubs are such important civic institutions as they are able to connect with all parts of their community in unique ways to help tackle inequality and social challenges, and Cambridge United is a shining example of how to do this with imagination and impact.”
Mr Zeichner, Labour MP for Cambridge, added: “Across the city we are very proud of the Cambridge United Foundation and its work in the community. I know how passionate Stephanie is about using the power of sport for social good so I am very pleased that we were able to show her how Cambridge United is helping lead the way in promoting wellbeing and extending opportunity.”
Sports minister Stephanie Peacock visits the Cledara Abbey Stadium. Picture: Cambridge United Foundation
Godric Smith, chair of the foundation, said, “We are very grateful to Stephanie for making the time to visit us on Saturday and meet staff, fans and players, and participate in a number of the foundation’s activities. It was great to host her at the Cledara Abbey on what was an excellent day for the club on and off the pitch.”
