LEEDS JUNIOR KNIGHTS ICE HOCKEY CLUB LEEDS JUNIOR HNIGHTS YEAR END 31STJULY 2025
P>RTNER Accountancy LEEDS JVNIOR KNIGltt5 ICE HOCKEY CLUB INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANTS. REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES ON THE UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF LEED5 JUNIOR KNIGHT5 ICE HOCXEY CLUB We report on the accounts of the company for the year ended 31 July 2025. RESPEcfivE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND REPORTING ACCOUNTANT The trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 and thai an independent examination 15 needed. It is our responslbility to.. Examine the accounts under section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act To follow the procedures laid down in the 8eneral Oirertions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the 2011 Act; and To state whether particular matters have come to our attentbon. BASIS OF 1NDEpENDEEXAmINEVSREP0RT Our examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the ateounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disc105ures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees toncerning any such matter5. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audil and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S STATEMENT In connection with our examination, no matter has come to our attention= 111 which gives us reasonable cause to believe that in any rnaterial respect the requirements- to keep acco¥ntln8 records in accordance wtth gèrtion 130 of the Charities Act 2011 and to prepare accounts in accordance with the accounting records which comply with the accounting requirernents of the Charities Act 2011 have not been rnet. or 121 to which. in our opinion, attention should be drawn in older to enable a Proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Paul Harri50n Partner Accountanty The Junttion Charles Street Horbury WF4 5FH Date.. 8 April 2026
CHARITY COMMISSION - FOR ENGLANO AND WALES Receipts and payments accounts CC16a Forthè perfod To Section A Receipts and payments Endowmgnt fundB funds Total funds Last year A1 Recel PAerntttship8ubxnpb"( Gift A¢J DatnS[4)rStr1p GBrne Faes Istration F$ Hc£key Kit S¥es Cnpticet e5 Leed$ TournaThnt lrton FLNJr8iwng scdlan80 IrKOTe 149.W2 11.S34 149.902 11534 130,043 11.303 4,497 6,836 5,270 8.619 17.256 .374 7.353 f1.093 11,99S 15M17 3.109 11,093 15.317 3,10> Sub total(Gross IMM8 for 196,961 AR) n4 216,734 A2 A88¢t and Inv••knont sale8, (see table). Sub total Total rneelpts 216,734 n4 196,951 Hirè of Rink HD(ey Kit purdw88 Referee Fees Co8che5 & RèJSstrth & Training 129.27T 129.27T 18,25T 118,1B3 lo,5 4674 4629 5,088 1443 1885 4,271 12,033 mal$, Trophie8 ArdS Coaches Mileap &Travd Exp8r Auditor5 Fee Laptrp Computer pur8¢ Hudle SFQrt8 Software & 1,)0 3.600 1295 rotsssion• pn rapny Away Toum8mentEth 18e8 7.303 200 10.930 47 1.391 8.233 319 Bu5 Travel & Ttam 8•nk Charges Mistrllaneous Fr1£S&S Ciknised Ice Ban)5 10.9 47 1,391 233 Sub total 2DI.18& 201.1•8 14585 A4 Ass•t and Irwestmtnt urchas•s, see tsbl• Sub tot 2Q1.188 201,1 100.586 N•¢ of rnceipW(paymwrts) AS Tran8f•r8 b•lwoen fund¥ A6 Cash fund¥ last y•ar end Cash funds th18 y••r •nd CCXX R1 ISSI 14S47 15.$47 30.367 18,252 46.618 1454 15.547
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period ErKlowm•nt lunds to DÈaV•StÉ fvnds lo n¢aFESt£ Marn51£ 81 Cash funds Cth ID HaThJ 41873 Total cash funds 165 R•strlctsd Endowment funds to noawest£ fits to rnAt£ D2tpiis to ne•tost2 F10Th1Ch CostlopUonl Cur1entvv¢ Fund to Coiopttonall Curr¢ntvalug B4 Assets retained for the charltys own use Fund kntthkh liab Amountdue oal BS Llabllltles SbJJature Pflnt Name Date of approval SbJrEd byone or Irttstees LN) b8hallof all Ihe trustees 22Jo(*/i& 2210412026 CCKX R3 accounts ISS)
Leed8 Junlor Knights Ice Hockey Club Report and Accounts forth• Year End 31"July 2tr25 Trustee. Mr Seth 8ennett Chair Elected Aug 2022 Mrjames Dean Secretary Elected Aug 2022 Mrs Lindseywigginton Treasurer Elected Aug 2022 Committee Members Year End July 2025 Martin Mellor. Claire B8nnett. Rebecca Harling. Stephanie Cltff. Davey LaWence. . David M8Mer. Sophie Newbiggin. Paul Brookes. Kirsty Atkin. Rob Barraclou8h. Stuart Dyke. Kirstsn Lloyd. Kristijonas Vaitilavicius. Morgan-Grice. Nathan Pdllett Charity Number The charity W88 registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, number 1200015. on 10thAugust2022 Reg18tered Address Leedsjunior Knights Ice Hockeyclub CIO 6 The Square Wale$ Sheffield S26 5QN Bankers Metro Bank rgin Mon 58-64 Fargate 6-10 Northgate Sheffield S12HE Waketield WF11TA
Independent Examlner Partner Accountancy Ltd Room43TheJunction Charles Street Horburyjunction WF4 SFH The Charitfs purposos To advance in lrfe young people through the provtston of recreation8l and leisure time actrvities in particular bythe provision of facilities for the plawng of ice hockey, provided in the interest of social welfare. designed to improve their conditions of lrfe. Revlew otActivftl08 Ice Hockey training for children aged from 5 to 18. Each child has the opportunityto attend twiceweeklytrainingsessions. organised byage and ability. League games and competitions at Weekends. Teams registered th English Ice HockeyAssociation at Under 1 Os. Under 12s. Under 14s Under 16s and Under 18's. Extra ad hoc skiLLs sessions. off ice fltness sessions. In house games. and tournament opportunities. Achlevements and Perfornianco The 2024125 season has been a highly successful and progresstve yearfor Leeds Junior Knights. combining exceptional on-ice achievement with continue(J growth in participation and player development. The Trustees are pleased to report that th8 club has continued to fulfil its charltable objectives ot promoting participation in ice hockey. developing young athletes in 8 safe and inclusive environment. and supporting clear pathvmys into higher levels of the sport. From a performance perspective. this has been one ofthe most successful seasons in the club's history. Both the U14 2nd U16 teams were crowned Northem and National Champions. reflectingthe strength and consistency otthe club's development model. The U19 team also enjoye(J an outstanding campaign, reaching the National Final before narrowly losing OLrt to Nottingham. demonstrating the depth of talent across the older age groups. A particularly slgnifvnt milestone this season has been the continued progression of pL8yer$ into senior hockey. Edgars Vengis became thetirst Leeds Junior Knights player to make his debut forthe Leeds Knights senior team, perfoming wtth gre8t success and setting a benchmark for future generations. In addition. a number of players stepped up to repSent Leeds Knights 2. marking an important transition into senior competitive hockey. These achievements are a clear validation ofthe club's player development pathway and its abilityto prepare athletes forthe next level ofthe game.
On8 of the key strategic decisions taken duringthe season w8S the expansion of the U12 programmeto teams. This was notwithoLrt its challenges. and at times proved difficult to communicate to parents, particularlywhen results did not immediately reflect progress. However. the decision was made with a long-temi developmentfocus. prioritising increased ice time and appropriate competitive environments for ail players. The Trustees are confidentthat this approach has been highly effective, Wbth clear improvements in player development and more athletes now competing at a higher level. This is an investment that is already beginningto show positive returns and will continue to benetrt the club in future seasons. At theyoungeF end ofthe pathway. the U10 progr8mme continues to Erow strongly. with increasing partlClP8tion and players thriving in Northem League jamborees. This remains a critic81 foundation for the club. ensuring a steat1y pipeline of developing players. The girls, programme has also remoined stsble and su8t8in8ble. with consistently strong p8rticipation levels throughoutthe season. The Trustees remain committed to supporting and growingfem818 participatlon wtthin the sport. The club has also been well represented 8t national and intemational level. Two players achieved gold medats with the Great Britaln Women's U18 team at theworld Championships in Latvia. while two players represented the GB U18 men'steam. winning silver in Italy. Leeds Junior Knights was further represented at GB U16 level. with six players Selected for the boys, squad and two forthe girLs'. In addition. the club had a strong presence within England squads and national showcase events. These achievements highlightthe club's growlng reputation as a centre for developing elite-ievel talent. Player experience has also been enhanced throu international opportunities, most notably the U16 Division 2 team's tourto Sweden. where they competed in a toumament environment and performed verywell. Experiences such as these play an important role in broadening players, development both on and off the ice. Participation levels across tr¢e club have now reached approximately 180 players, effectively placing the club at full c8pacty under current ice availability. While this reflects the strength 8nd attractiveness of the progr8mme, r( also presents a signfftcant challenge. Demand for places continues to exceed supply, and without access to additional ice time. the club will be unable to expand further. Securing increased facilty access remains 8 key strategic priority for the Truatcc? movingforward. Looking ahead. the club will continue to locus on strengthening its player development pathway. SUPPOrting progression into national and intemational opportunf(ies. and maintsining high standards of coaching. $afeguardin& and govein8nce. There wiu 81s0 be an ongoing emphasis on expandingfemale participation and ensuring the club remains incltjsive and accessible to all. In conclusion, the Trustees believe th8t the 2024125 season represents 8 iandmarkyearfor Leeds Junior Knights. The combination of competitNe success, strong development outcomes. and increasing national recognitron demonstrates that the club is well-positioned lor continued growth and success. The Trustees remain committed to deiNering 8 high-quality junior ice hockey programme that Supports both particlpation and excellence wÉthin a safe and weil- governed environm8nt.
Flnancial Review As of the year end. 31" ofjuly 2025 the charity held £43673 atThe Metro banL £15.544 in the Virgin Monaysavings Account and had £2946cash in hand. As of previousye8rsthe biggest outlayforthe Charity is the hire of ice lftom the rinkowner Planet Icel for its training activities and game fixtures. which totaued £129.277.00 forthe year. which is an increase of £11,094 on the previous years figure. Sadly. the club expects further price increases each year. The chgrity received a total of £149.902 from membership subscriptions in the year as the fees were increased to cover the increased ice hire price. Further funds which contributed to the charity's income were received from. Gift Aid, sponsorship. and fundraisin& along wrth proceeds from organised events hosted at the club such asToumaments and Hockey Camps and game day fundraising efforts. Reserves Poucy Th8 Charity Saving's 8ccount balance increased to £15. 544.00 in Linewith the Chartty's reserves policyto hold an amount of at least £15.0(Ki, which equates to slightly over a month's Ice hire costs. 8 Strategic measure designed to fortFfy the club's Long-term fin8ncial stabilty. Plans for future yearn Looking ahead. the club wiu now move into whatthe Trustees describe as Phase I Su8talnabÉUty and Consoildation. Having achieved signtficant growth and competitive success, the focus will $hifttowards strenhen1ngthe club's long-temi foundations. Centr81 to this wll be working closely wrth the goveming botyto enhance the club* off-ice provision. ensuring players have access to a more holistic development programme that supports both performance and wellbein& The club will also work with the committee to increase revenue through Sponsorship and fundraising. while strengthening its presence within the local community. A key ambition is to establish Leeds Junior Knights as an integral part of the wider Leeds sporting landscape, building stronger nkS wtth schools. communityorganisations. and local partners. Given current facllity constr8ints. the club's priorityvlill be to maintain participation levels within a sustainable range of approximately 16(k180 p18yers. ensuring quality of delivery is not compromised. At the same time. efforts will continue to work ¢olL8boratively with Planet Ice and other regional rinks to expand opportunities tor players across West Yorkshire. A particularfocus will be placed on growing p8rticipation at the youngest age groups. especially increasing the number of players underthe age of eight, to strengthen the long-term player pipeline. Alongside this. the club will seekto further develop its off-ice support provision, with increased emphasis on both physical preparation and mental wellbeing. recognising the importance of supporting athletes bewnd on-ice pertormance. The focus now shifts towards sust8inabilty. ensuring thatthe club can continue to (Jeliver high- quality, inciuslve. and impaciful opportunities foryoung people in ice hockeyfor years to comè.
Declaration The trustees decL8rethat they approved the report and accounts forthe perlod ended 31° July 2025 Sign Mr Seth Benngtt Leeds Junior Knights Chalr