WORCESTERSHIRE'S Premier development club, Avon Valley Spartans, have added another award to its growing list of accolades.

Head coach, George Fraser-Barker adds the Worcestershire All Sports Partnership "Coach of the Year to that of "Coach of the Year" from Sport Worcester.

He has been involved in basketball right across the Counties of Worcestershire and Herefordshire and has attained an impressive level of coaching.

His work and commitment has provided numerous community opportunities for young people to get involved in basketball, whether it be through their schools, leisure centres and holiday play schemes or through the well run and highly successful club.

His work with young players and teams has produced many success stories including national youth players, championship and national champions at various age groups.

With excellent dedication and commitment to the game, his development work, which has included working in partnership with Wychavon District Council, Worcester City Council, Malvern Hills District Council and Herefordshire County Council, has helped to train numerous officials and volunteers, as well as creating a structure that will provide success in the future.

For further details and opportunities to play for the club, ring Ron Dadge on 01386 554070.