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Grassroots sport finds new voice (4th February 2010)

The drive to get a million people playing more sport is to be promoted by nine new champions - one for each region in England, the new 'Regional Champions for Community Sport' will act as advocates for grassroots sport and Sport England's plans to increase participation. They will help to develop and take forward local partnerships that improve sport provision and take-up and secure continued investment in grassroots initiatives.

The Minister for Sport, Gerry Sutcliffe, announced on January 28th that the appointment of the champion for Yorkshire and Humber is Yuri Matischen of Montgomery Leisure Services. As part of his role he will work with the London 2012 Nations and Regions Group to maximise the sporting legacy of the Games;

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