Brand New Partnership
The very first PowerHouseGames in King’s Lynn took place last week and what an inspiring day it was! Hosted with tremendous energy and enthusiasm, the event brought together schools and organisations from across West Norfolk, each united by a shared commitment to inclusion, teamwork, and the joy of sport.
Proudly sponsored by The Potato Foundation
We are also sincerely grateful for the sponsorship provided by The Potato Foundation, whose support helped make the inaugural King’s Lynn event possible. The Potato Foundation is a public-benefit foundation committed to supporting projects that foster education, culture, sport and well-being.
By backing inclusive sporting events and community initiatives, The Potato Foundation helps plant seeds of opportunity and hope — ensuring that people of all backgrounds and abilities have a chance to grow, thrive and belong.
And this is exactly what Power2Inspire is all about so it has become a true partnership!
Fun, accessible sport for everyone
Participating schools included Springwood Academy, Churchill Park, College of West Anglia, and Wisbech Grammar School, alongside the fantastic Black Knights organisation. Their students and athletes arrived ready to try new activities, meet new friends, and take on the PowerhouseGames spirit: no boundaries, no barriers, just fun, accessible sport for everyone.
Another brand new partner
We were also delighted to have active support from Active Norfolk, who continue to champion inclusive opportunities across the county. Their involvement helped ensure that every participant, regardless of ability or experience, had the chance to shine. We are hopeful they will help us bring a brand new first time PowerHouseGames to Norwich in the coming months!
Playing the games
Throughout the event, teams rotated through an exciting mix of sports and challenges, including:
- Goalball
- Sitting volleyball
- Boccia
- New Age Kurling
- Wheelchair basketball
- Sitting netball
A huge thanks must go to the Black Knights organisation who played a fantastic role in leading and providing the wheelchair basketball!
Everything the PowerHouseGames stands for
The hall was alive with laughter, teamwork, and the kind of supportive competition that makes the PowerHouseGames so special. Students and staff alike embraced the chance to try new skills and cheer each other on.
One of the most moving highlights of the day came from a young person who once would not have been able to enter the room because of anxiety. Having been mentored by the Black Knights, he was now able to take part, enjoy the games, begin to teach the basketball and, with patient encouragement from Pete Lauder (an Invictus athlete), he was able to give a speech to everyone there!
What a powerful reminder of why inclusive sport matters. The courage it took for that young person to overcome their fear encapsulates everything the PowerHouseGames stands for, confidence through participation, strength through community and inspiration through shared experience.
A new chapter
As the first event of its kind in King’s Lynn, the day was a resounding success. Students left smiling, teachers felt proud, and we all witnessed the transformative power of inclusive sport. The enthusiasm from every school and organisation reassures us that this is just the beginning – with many more PowerHouseGames to come.
A huge thank-you to all participants, supporters, volunteers and partners. You made the event unforgettable.
Here’s to more inclusive, joyful, and inspiring sporting moments across Norfolk!
Inspired? Then Get Involved!
Would your university sports team, or school love to be involved in a PowerHouseGames? Could your company support our mission by volunteering at one of our PowerHouseGames? If so, then we would love to hear from you. We are also always looking out for people willing to fundraise for Power2Inspire through their own inspiring means. Or, you could volunteer individually at one of our events, or you could give to the ongoing work of Power2Inspire. There are SO MANY WAYS we can all help to ensure “no on else is left on the bench!” Click the button here to find out more.
