YOUNG athletes were 'jumping for joy' after getting a £500 donation which will help them compete at a national contest.

Radley Athletics Club has received the cash from housing developer Persimmon and will put it towards the competition fund for its under-17s.

Club treasurer Ross Ellacott said: “We are run by an enthusiastic team of volunteers and coaches.

"The athletics club is so important for engaging young people in sporting activities and we encourage players from all background and abilities to join us.

"The club is raising funds to support our u17 athletes as they travel to complete in the Heart of England Athletics League.

"We can’t thank Persimmon Homes enough for such a generous donation."