Humayun Islam has been named as a Premier League Community Captain in recognition of his incredible work, on a facility that promotes inclusion and football participation in Bradford. The BEAP Midland Road Sports Complex, which is in the shadow of Bradford's Valley Parade home, was made possible through a £600,000 grant from the Football Foundation, funded by Premier League, The FA and Government.
In addition to being one of the most prominent writers on Indian and Bangladeshi cricket, Humayun has been pivotal in helping Bradford City to diversify its fanbase through his leadership of the Bangla Bantams supporter group, which has engaged local people in matchday experiences and has led to an increase in South Asian female attendees at matches.
The Premier League prize brings to an end a year-long campaign which saw Bradford City's Community Foundation use the power of sport to inspire young people across the city. The initiative has seen a range of youth teams and schools in 18 different communities across the UK awarded their own Premier League Trophy.
Premier League Captains will be recognised by the Premier League during The Community Captain accolade is being given to more than 100 members of the public, who have made an outstanding contribution to their club and local community, as part of the Premier League's 30th anniversary celebrations.presentations to the Captains form part of the Premier League Trophy Tour, which is visiting more than 50 professional, non-league and women’s clubs across England and Wales."
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Since taking over as Chairman of the Premier League, Sir Howard Bernstein has worked to understand how football can make the most of its power to improve communities. The success of the Premier League has allowed us to invest in crucial work in communities. We've just announced an additional £13.5m investment into small-sided pitches like this one, where people can come along and play and that’s really important."
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