A number of youngsters will find out this week if they've been selected to volunteer at the 2007 UK School Games in Coventry.

The 16 to 19-year-olds are among a group of 400 teenagers from all over the country, who are taking part in the Step Into Sport Community Volunteering Camp at Loughborough University until 5th April.

The young people will learn what's involved in volunteering at sporting events and complete practical sessions to see how their skills measure up.

Some of them will attend officiating workshops, and a select few will be chosen to go to the UK School Games as young officials.

Dame Kelly Holmes was in attendance on the first day of the camp in her role as National School Sports Champion, which aims to encourage more opportunities for young people in sport.

Dame Kelly said: "Volunteers have always been a huge part of the big sporting events I've competed in all around the world and they will certainly play an invaluable role in the success of the 2007 UK School Games in Coventry.

"Volunteering is an extremely worthwhile activity for our young people and I believe more teenagers should be encouraged to have a go. It builds confidence and teaches them a range of useful skills which will help them throughout their lives.