The launch for the eighth H.S.B.C. Manx Youth Games took place at the National Sports Centre last night.
In the previous seven years, ten thousand children have taken part in the scheme.
Between now and May, youngsters will have the opportunity to get involved in eleven sports.
Badminton co-ordinator Roberta Cannell says the project is essential for introducing new players to the sport:-
Five-star FC Isle of Man hammer Longridge Town
Higgins, Pinnington and Adebiyi all on target in dominant win
Boxing: Devine goes ten unbeaten in Kenya
Island fighter takes points win in Nairobi
Hockey: League titles and relegations could be decided this weekend
Honours up for grabs on penultimate mixed league gameweek
Rugby: Douglas hoping to maintain high standing at Firwood Waterloo
Vagabonds and Ramsey both at home, Vagabonds Ladies on the road at Bury