Who is Ben?

Having graduated from university a little while ago, Ben is now in full time employment. Relishing the single life, which is just an extension of university days, he is certainly in no hurry to settle down. He puts in long hours at the office and enjoys plenty of socialising with friends.

Currently renting with a group of mates, he is contemplating buying, but also considering a move back into the parental home to save money – either way, most of his time is spent at work or leisure.

Image and brand conscious, Ben tries to keep a healthy diet, but with little success. A post- work beer and fast food after exercising, coupled with the occasional night out on the town, mean that he could do better!

How did Ben hear about Ball Again?

Being a heavy internet user, using it for sports news, personal emails, social networking and buying films, games and tickets, Ben stumbled across an article about adult participation in sport. Here he read about the participation initiatives from a number of sports governing bodies and the Ball Again logo caught his eye. He googled the phrase and up popped the Ball Again website. One email to England Basketball later and he had details of his nearest Ball Again session and hey presto!

Why Ball Again?

Having played basketball back at school, and enjoyed the occasional game on the outdoor court at university, Ben leapt at the chance to give it another go in a casual environment. He had enquired about joining the local club but the weekly practice sessions, emphasis on competition and the up-front membership fee deterred him. He was also concerned that he might show himself up as he was a little rusty. The Ball Again session took place at 7.00pm, was done and dusted within the hour and the sports hall was literally on the way home from work.

What has Ben particularly enjoyed about Ball Again?

Ben was surprised and happy to find when he got there that John (a teammate in his old school team) was a regular participant. Renewing acquaintances and, if he’s honest, rivalries, with John has been really good fun for Ben. Although he didn’t expect to find such a wide range of ages represented in the session, and worried that he might not get much of a work out, he found that he had a decent sweat on by the end of the hour. John and Ben have now rounded up half a dozen others and are looking at entering the local central venue league in the new season.