Basketball stalwart David courting funding for initiative at Stanley Park

A Blackpool basketball devotee is spearheading a scheme to develop three new courts for public use in Stanley Park.

- by Andy Moore

David Shaw has been dedicated to the sport for 50 years as a player, qualified coach, official, administrator and author.

Now David is firmly behind Bounce Back Basketball, a community project to create free-to-use outdoor courts for adults and juniors.

He told The Gazette: "The scheme is Council-approved but now needs the funding.

"These courts will be in a fantastic spot next to the tennis courts, the clock tower and the athletics stadium, creating a lively hub for sport and socialising in the heart of Stanley Park.