Teesside volunteer reaches her century

A sporting student has been given a prestigious award in recognition of her commitment to volunteering.

Lynsey Edwards became the first person in the Tees Valley to receive the VImpact award for completing 100 hours of volunteering.

The VImpact award is part of the VInvolved scheme, a national programme to inspire young people to become volunteers.

Lynsey recently completed a BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise (Applied Sport Science) and is set to start a MSc Strength and Conditioning.

It was through hockey that Lynsey began volunteering, but she now leads a multi-sport project, which covers a range of activities - from golf to general exercise.

Showing commitment and passion Reflecting on her award Lynsey said: ‘I got my certificate for doing 50 hours of volunteering and the co-ordinator encouraged me to go on and complete the 100.

‘Volunteering shows an extra degree of reliability and responsibility. To turn up for something and not get paid shows a level of commitment and how passionate you are about it.

‘I’ve met so many people and it’s a great experience – I really enjoy the professional environment and everything that goes with it.’

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