Britain’s most successful judo player Neil Adams and best ever gymnast Beth Tweddle, gave their stamp of approval to the 2007 UK School Games at a warm up event for youngsters in Coventry today.

Adams sport of judo will make its UK School Games debut this year. The Rugby born double Olympic silver medallist and twice world champion, who lived in Coventry for 20 years, will be personally involved in the competition.

Adams said: "I’m really pleased that judo has been included in the UK School Games this year and am looking forward to being involved as the team manager for Wales. I think this is a fantastic opportunity for our young players to get the experience of a big multi-sport competition while they are developing."

Gymnastics was one of the highlights of the inaugural UK School Games in Glasgow last year. Tweddle, the only British gymnast ever to become a world champion, is very enthusiastic about the inclusion of her sport again for the 2007 competition in Coventry.

Tweddle said: "I’m really excited to be supporting the UK School Games and I think it’s a great idea. Going to a big multi-sport event for the first time can be very daunting and I would have loved the chance to experience something like this on home soil when I was coming through the ranks".

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