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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jim van Wijk

YOU WONT BELIEVE: Gb guard patrick whelan hoping sport can have positive impact on next generation - What They Never Told You

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Sports clubs must continue to help communities tackle socio-economic issues head on and promote the well-being of the next generation, according to Great Britain basketball international Patrick Whelan.

A recent survey by the British Basketball League found 36 per cent of individuals aged 16 to 24 admitted a lack of motivation was impacting them taking part in sport.

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