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Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator

Reference and administration details

Charity name On the Ball Academy Registered charity number $C015357 Charity’s principal address 78 Abbey Drive

Names of the charity trustees on date of approval of Trustees’ Annual Report

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Names of all other charity trustees during the period, if any, (for example, those who resigned part way through the financial period)

Name Dates acted if not for whole year

Structure, governance and management Structure, governance and management
Type ofgoverningdocument The charity isgoverned bya Constitution.
Trustee recruitmentand appointment OnThe BallAcademy ismanaged by a Management Committee, whose
members are the charity’s Trustees. The Committee meets at least
quarterly. Trustees are recruited through open recruitment and selected
based on the skills and experience required toensure effective
governance. The Constitution provides for a minimum ofthree and a
maximum of nine Trustees.
Objectives and activities
Charitable purposes The organisation’s purposes are:
(a) To improve the health and happiness ofchildren and young
people in Glasgow and surrounding areas
(b) To advance the participation in sport of children and young
people in the Glasgow area
(c) To provide recreational facilities and activities for children in the
local community
Summary ofthe main activities
in relation tothese objects Toachieve these purposes, the charity undertakes the following activities:
e Promoting Physical Activity: Encouraging children toengage in regular
physical activity through football, supporting healthy and active lifestyles.
e Skill Development: Developing fundamental football skills and providing
pathwaystoenhance their athletic abilities
e = Inclusivity: Ensuring activitiesare accessible to children from diverse
backgrounds, particularly those from underprivileged communities,
regardlessoffinancial circumstances or ability.
e Character Building: Use football as a tool to instil values such as
teamwork, discipline, leadership, and sportsmanship, contributing to the
holistic development ofthe participants.
e Community Engagement: Working in partnership with parents, schools,
local authorities, and community organisations to strengthen community
wellbeing

APPENDIX 1

Achievements and performance

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Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the financial period

During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to
provide underprivileged children aged 4–15 years in the North West of
Glasgow with access to high-quality football education and positive
developmental opportunities.
Key achievements during the year included:
● Delivering over1,000 hours of free football educationthrough
partnerships with Glasgow City Council and the Scottish
Government, targeting children affected by poverty and limited
access to extracurricular activities.
● Contributing to a recycling initiative that distributedtons of
recycled clothingto children in need across Glasgow primary
schools.
● Increasing the number offree holiday camp places to 100 during
Summer and Autumn 2024, ensuring children had access to
structured and meaningful activities during school holidays.
● Expanding competitive participation, with19 teams competing
through the Scottish Youth Football Association, reinforcing
the charity’s strong reputation for grassroots talent development.
Many participants received up toseven hours of football
education per weekas part of the Academy’s curriculum.
● Investing inVEO video analysis software, enabling enhanced
match analysis and the introduction of player self-review and
feedback processes.
● Developing links with local schools to provide football education
programmes and coaching placements for senior-phase
secondary school pupils.
Our approach ensures that children from communities experiencing high
levels of poverty are actively reached. By working with trusted local
partners—schools, community groups, and third-sector organisations—we
have engaged families who might not normally access paid activities.
Activities are delivered at no cost, reducing financial barriers and creating
a safe, welcoming environment whereall children can participate. By
delivering activities within local neighbourhoods, OTB have helped:
● Strengthen community connections and foster social cohesion.
● Provide children with structured, positive opportunities for physical
activity.
● Supported improved physical health, confidence, and emotional
wellbeing, and
● Provided consistent routine and positive engagement valued by
families.

Financial review

Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves

The trustees’ policy is to maintain unrestricted reserves equivalent to approximately three months of normal running costs, in order to meet ongoing commitments and to provide a safeguard against unexpected expenditure. At 31 May 2025, unrestricted funds totalled £25,350 . The Trustees consider this level of reserves to be appropriate and in line with the charity’s reserves policy.

Details of any deficit

For the year ended 31 May 2025, the charity recorded a deficit of £10,300, as shown in the Statement of Financial Activities. e Total income: £291,750 (primarily derived from trading activities). e Total expenditure: £302,050. The deficit arose primarily due to increased costs associated with delivering our charitable aims throughout the year ( ie delivery of FREE activities to under-privileged children. The trustees considered that this level of expenditure was necessary to support the effective delivery of the charity’s activities and to meet its objectives. As a result, unrestricted funds decreased from £35,650 at the start of the year to £25,350 at year end. The charity held no restricted funds at 31 May 2025, as all restricted income received during the year was applied in full for its intended purposes.

The Trustees have reviewed the charity’s financial position and are satisfied that the year-end reserves provide sufficient financial resilience. Income and expenditure will continue to be closely monitored to ensure long-term sustainability. Donated facilities and services (if any) | By expanding our reach, we delivered: Over 1,000 hours of free football education delivered to children across Glasgow. Provision of 100 free holiday camp places during Summer and Autumn 2024.

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Other optional information

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APPENDIX 1

In addition to the activities outlined above, we have also developed the undernoted activities:

Educational Trips - We developed a partnership with Premiership Experience who have links with EPL and European clubs. Through this partnership, we were able to offer our children and young people 100 places to watch Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad stadium on Saturday 24th November 2024. This trip included return coach travel to Manchester, challenge matches at City’s training ground followed by entry to the City Academy Fan/funzone.

Euro’s 2024 Initiative - June 2024, saw On The Ball Academy embark on our most ambitious project to date to provide free footballs to every primary class across Glasgow Schools to coincide with the opening of the Euro’s on June 14, 2024 attracting national media coverage including reporting by STV. The Initiative was kickstarted with the issue of 1095 footballs, symbolizing the distance from Glasgow to the Allianz Arena in Munich, where the Euros opening fixture took place. In addition, a vibrant festival of football, held at Toryglen Regional Football Centre (10-14 June’24) brought together hundreds of school children including those with additional support needs to help immerse them in the sheer joy of the sport firsthand.

After-School Programmes : Through our work with neighbouring Primary Schools we have established after-school football programs that offer a structured and safe environment for children to engage in physical activity while learning valuable life skills.

Community Events: We have arranged several community football events, tournaments and friendly matches, helping to bring families and neighbours together to celebrate the achievements of the children and promote a sense of community.

Health and Nutrition Programs: We provide information and resources on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and fitness, to ensure the overall well-being of the children, i.e. provision of free fruit/water during games and tournaments.

People Make Glasgow Communities - Continued collaboration with Glasgow City Council to revitalise an underused area of Maryhill Park (Caldercuilt) into a multi-purpose community sports and wellbeing hub, incorporating pitches, green spaces, play areas, and community facilities all of which will be designed in consultation with local young people.

On the Ball Academy continues to be recognised nationally for its contribution to youth development, working closely with the Scottish FA and competing in the Club Academy Scotland Elite Futsal League.

Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

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Signature(s)
Full name(s)
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Position (e.g. Chair) CHAIR

Date 29 January 2026

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REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: SC015357 (Scotland) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: SCO15357

Report of the Trustees and

Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

for

On The Ball Academy

Key Professional Partnership Ltd Unit 3 Morris Park 37 Rosyth Road Glasgow G5 0YE

On The Ball Academy

Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

Page
Report of the Trustees 1 to 4
Independent Examiner's Report 5
Statement of Financial Activities 6
Balance Sheet 7
Notes to the Financial Statements 8 to 11
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 12

On The Ball Academy

Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 May 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Objectives and aims

The organisation’s purposes are:

(a) To improve the health and happiness of children and young people in Glasgow and surrounding areas

(b) To advance the participation in sport of children and young people in the Glasgow area

(c) To provide recreational facilities and activities for children in the local community

Significant activities

To achieve these purposes, the charity undertakes the following activities:

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Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE

Charitable activities

During the reporting period, On the Ball Academy continued its mission to provide underprivileged children aged 4–15 years in the North West of Glasgow with access to high-quality football education and positive developmental opportunities.

Key achievements during the year included:

Our approach ensures that children from communities experiencing high levels of poverty are actively reached. By working with trusted local partners—schools, community groups, and third-sector organisations—we have engaged families who might not normally access paid activities. Activities are delivered at no cost, reducing financial barriers and creating a safe, welcoming environment where all children can participate. By delivering activities within local neighbourhoods, OTB have helped:

FINANCIAL REVIEW

By expanding our reach, we delivered:

Over 1,000 hours of free football education delivered to children across Glasgow.

Provision of 100 free holiday camp places during Summer and Autumn 2024.

Support for a clothing recycling initiative benefiting primary school pupils.

Grant funding received during the year was applied fully towards the additional costs incurred in delivering free services to underprivileged children.

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Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

OnThe Ball Academy is managed by a Management Committee, whose members are the charity’s Trustees. The Committee meets at least quarterly. Trustees are recruited through open recruitment and selected based on the skills and experience required to ensure effective governance. The Constitution provides for a minimum of three and a maximum of nine Trustees.

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

Registered Company number

SC015357 (Scotland)

Registered Charity number

SCO15357

Registered office

78 Abbey Drive Glasgow G14 9JW

Trustees

Company Secretary

Independent Examiner

Key Professional Partnership Ltd Unit 3 Morris Park 37 Rosyth Road Glasgow G5 0YE

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Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

OTHER INFORMATION

In addition to the activities outlined above, we have also developed the undernoted activities:

Educational Trips - We developed a partnership with Premiership Experience who have links with EPL and European clubs. Through this partnership, we were able to offer our children and young people 100 places to watch Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad stadium on Saturday 24th November 2024. This trip included return coach travel to Manchester, challenge matches at City’s training ground followed by entry to the City Academy Fan/funzone.

Euro’s 2024 Initiative - June 2024, saw On The Ball Academy embark on our most ambitious project to date to provide free footballs to every primary class across Glasgow Schools to coincide with the opening of the Euro’s on June 14, 2024 attracting national media coverage including reporting by STV. The Initiative was kickstarted with the issue of 1095 footballs, symbolizing the distance from Glasgow to the Allianz Arena in Munich, where the Euros opening fixture took place. In addition, a vibrant festival of football, held at Toryglen Regional Football Centre (10-14 June’24) brought together hundreds of school children including those with additional support needs to help immerse them in the sheer joy of the sport firsthand.

After-School Programmes: Through our work with neighbouring Primary Schools we have established after-school football programs that offer a structured and safe environment for children to engage in physical activity while learning valuable life skills.

Community Events: We have arranged several community football events, tournaments and friendly matches, helping to bring families and neighbours together to celebrate the achievements of the children and promote a sense of community.

Health and Nutrition Programs: We provide information and resources on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including proper nutrition and fitness, to ensure the overall well-being of the children, i.e. provision of free fruit/water during games and tournaments.

People Make Glasgow Communities - Continued collaboration with Glasgow City Council to revitalise an underused area of Maryhill Park (Caldercuilt) into a multi-purpose community sports and wellbeing hub, incorporating pitches, green spaces, play areas, and community facilities all of which will be designed in consultation with local young people.

On the Ball Academy continues to be recognised nationally for its contribution to youth development, working closely with the Scottish FA and competing in the Club Academy Scotland Elite Futsal League.

Approved by order of the board of trustees on 19 February 2026 and signed on its behalf by:

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Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of On The Ball Academy

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of On The Ball Academy ('the Company')

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 May 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').

Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a listed body. I can confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, which is one of the listed bodies.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

  3. the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or

  4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)).

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

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Key Professional Partnership Ltd Unit 3 Morris Park 37 Rosyth Road Glasgow G5 0YE

Date: .............................................

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Statement of Financial Activities

for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

Statement of Financial Activities
for the Year Ended 31 May 2025
31.5.25 31.5.24
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
fund fund funds funds
Notes £ £ £ £
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies - 2,500 2,500 10,556
Other trading activities 2 282,659 5,350 288,009 219,164
Total 282,659 7,850 290,509 229,720
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Charitable activities 282,828 7,850 290,678 203,690
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) (169) - (169) 26,030
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 35,650 - 35,650 9,620
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 35,481 - 35,481 35,650

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance Sheet

31 May 2025

Balance Sheet
31 May 2025
31.5.25 31.5.24
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total
fund fund funds funds
Notes £ £ £ £
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash at bank 35,481 - 35,481 35,650
NET CURRENT ASSETS 35,481 - 35,481 35,650
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES 35,481 - 35,481 35,650
NET ASSETS 35,481 - 35,481 35,650
FUNDS 6
Unrestricted funds 35,481 35,650
TOTAL FUNDS 35,481 35,650

The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 May 2025.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 May 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 19 February 2026 and were signed on its behalf by:

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The notes form part of these financial statements

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Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Hire purchase and leasing commitments

Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.

2. OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES

Fundraising events
Shop income
Sponsorships		 31.5.25
£
555
282,104
5,350
288,009		 31.5.24
£
5,613
192,953
20,598
219,164

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

3. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):

31.5.25 31.5.24
£ £
Other operating leases 62,335 37,893

4. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 May 2025 nor for the year ended 31 May 2024.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 May 2025 nor for the year ended 31 May 2024.

5. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES

Unrestricted
fund
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
-
Other trading activities
198,566
Total
198,566
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Charitable activities
172,536
NET INCOME
26,030
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
9,620
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
35,650		 Restricted
fund
£
10,556
20,598
31,154
31,154
-
-
-		 Total
funds
£
10,556
219,164
229,720
203,690
26,030
9,620
35,650

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

6. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

At 1.6.24
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
35,650
TOTAL FUNDS
35,650
Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming
resources
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
282,659
Restricted funds
Restricted funds
7,850
TOTAL FUNDS
290,509
Comparatives for movement in funds
At 1.6.23
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
9,620
TOTAL FUNDS
9,620
Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming
resources
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
198,566
Restricted funds
Restricted funds
31,154
TOTAL FUNDS
229,720		 Net
movement
At
in funds
£
31.5.25
£
(169)
35,481
(169)
35,481
Resources
expended
£
Movement
in funds
£
(282,828 )
(169)
(7,850 )
-
(290,678 )
(169)
Net
movement
At
in funds
£
31.5.24
£
26,030
35,650
26,030
35,650
Resources
expended
£
Movement
in funds
£
(172,536 )
26,030
(31,154 )
-
(203,690 )
26,030

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Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

6. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:

Net
movement At
At 1.6.23 in funds 31.5.25
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 9,620 25,861 35,481
TOTAL FUNDS 9,620 25,861 35,481

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
Restricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
481,225
39,004
520,229		 Resources
expended
£
Movement
in funds
£
(455,364 )
25,861
(39,004 )
-
(494,368 )
25,861

7. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 May 2025.

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Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 May 2025

Detailed Statement of Financial Activities
for the Year Ended 31 May 2025
31.5.25 31.5.24
£ £
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Grants 2,500 10,556
Other trading activities
Fundraising events 555 5,613
Shop income 282,104 192,953
Sponsorships 5,350 20,598
288,009 219,164
Total incoming resources 290,509 229,720
EXPENDITURE
Charitable activities
Wages 109,107 60,923
Other operating leases 62,335 37,893
Insurance 4,043 4,745
Postage and stationery 5,605 -
Advertising 6,113 3,595
Sundries - 5,705
Trips / travel costs 19,005 18,602
Charity donations 858 5,210
Kit / Equipments / Trophies 53,567 46,583
Van costs 9,087 7,304
SFA / Tournaments / Referees 14,633 7,896
Fundraiser costs 274 -
Client markets / Kids treats 5,702 5,029
Bank interest 349 205
290,678 203,690
Total resources expended 290,678 203,690
Net (expenditure)/income (169) 26,030

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