PERSHORE is one of half-a-dozen places staging Arsenal Soccer Schools and new courses are set to start later this month.

The backing of the Premier League club is the key to the success of the school and youngsters have enjoyed a tour of Highbury, a coaching session in the club's gymnasium and watched a Premiership match.

Goalkeeping coaching is high on the agenda at the scheme and budding young players of all ages and ability are invited to join in. Ring John Hodge on 07743 813882 or Allan Hawkins on 01531 636563 for more details.