DEBRA France-Sargent is trying to get more people involved in sport.

Kirklees Sports4Life’s new lead officer used the service herself to take up netball.

After joining a class at Colne Valley High School, she now plays for teams in the Huddersfield Invitation League and the West Yorkshire League.

Debra, who graduated with a degree in health and sports studies from Huddersfield University, is among 1,300 people to take up sport in the last three years thanks to Kirklees Sports4Life.

She said: “I really believe in the scheme. As well as the physical benefits it is a great way to meet a whole new group of friends.”

Kirklees Sports4Life has 650 active members attending 25 regular sessions for netball, badminton, touch rugby, running and swimming.

For more information call 01484 234 012, email debra.france-sargent@kirklees.gov.uk or visit www.kirklees.gov.uk/sports4life