Norwich City’s cerebral palsy football team has received a £1,000 donation.

The donation, from housebuilders Persimmon Homes Anglia, will help the team expand and provide more support for players travelling to matches and training.

The club, established three years ago, currently has 17 members and has already won the Disability Cup.

The team is open to a wide range of ages, with the eldest player in his mid-40s.

Persimmon Homes Anglia is currently building homes at Kett’s Meadow, Hethersett, where the team captain, Owen Woodrow, is from.

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The five-star developer was delighted to award Community Champion funding to Norwich City’s cerebral palsy team to raise awareness of the local sporting initiative.

Persimmon Homes Anglia sales director, Jorden Knell, said: “Persimmon Homes has a significant presence in Kett’s Meadow through the latest development, so I welcomed the opportunity to give £1,000 to such a worthy cause.

"I’m pleased Persimmon Homes Anglia will be able to help facilitate additional training, fixtures and travel for the budding football players.

“Norwich City’s Cerebral Palsy team reflects the Community Champions message by enabling opportunities for individuals at a grass roots level and encouraging teamwork.

"Persimmon Homes Anglia is proud to support them through the Community Champions initiative and will continue to give backing to good causes in and around the surrounding area.”

Councillor Bridget Williamson, chair of Hethersett Parish Council, and vice chair, Councillor Leslie Dale, attended the cheque presentation.

Councillor Williamson said: “We are very proud of Owen [captain] and his teammates for all their achievements, and it was an absolute delight to be here this afternoon to see the cheque presented by Persimmon Homes to Owen and his teammates.”

The donation will help the team remain the best in the league and continue their inspirational work.