SKIPTON Juniors under 9s soccer team has signed on a new sponsor, Skipton-based MOTIONTM Ltd, a corporate video production specialist with an international reach.

Director Tim Middlewick said: “When my son first joined Skipton Juniors, I was both impressed and delighted when I saw the then under 8s team training, not only the fun the kids were having, but also the relaxed, homely atmosphere of the entire set up.

“Under 9s coach Adam Savoury is doing a great job in developing both the skills and attitude of the kids and they all have a great bond with him. The whole club has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, a true community spirit and I am one of the many proud parents stood on the touchline at the weekend and often help out whenever I’m needed.

“I am more than happy to sponsor Skipton Juniors under 9s team and wish them every success this season.”

Representing the team this season have been Noah Boatwright, Thomas Peart, Alfie Brayshay, Joseph Williams, Jamie Packer, Harry Dodgson, Harry Allport, Cameron Moorby, Jarvis Jeffries, Freddie Middlewick, Jake Gower, Edward Swallow, William Baker, Solomon Cooper-Riley, Elliot Moore, Daniel Ellson, Wes Grey and Theo Savoury.

MOTIONTM Ltd, which has been trading since October 2014, is a multi-discipline portfolio encompassing promotion, business communication, motion graphics, animation, digital media, social and viral videos, and TV commercials. Its clients include the BBC, software giants SAP and Unit4, and British clothing company Firetrap.