Published at 19:32, Thursday, 05 November 2009

GLASSON Rangers rugby league club is leading the way in Cumbria when it comes to looking after its young members.

CLUBMARK: Glasson’s Tony Tomlinson, second left, and Carol Armstrong receive the club’s Clubmark Gold certificate from RFL North West regional manager Matt Birkett, watched by Antony Atherton, Cumbria RL volunteer officer

At last Saturday’s Four Nations clash between England and Australia, the Maryport-based club was the first in Cumbria to receive the new Clubmark gold certificate.

Glasson’s volunteer co-ordinator Tony Tomlinson and volunteers Carol Armstrong were at Wigan’s DW Stadium to receive the certificate on the pitch during half-time

Sport England’s Clubmark scheme aims to help clubs develop a safe, effective and child-friendly environment.

The Rugby Football League works with Clubmark and clubs like Glasson to develop coaches and volunteers, raise standards and create an environment where youngsters can enjoy sport safely.

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