Winning Streak Continues for Riana Development Network (RDN)

Sarah and Maya presented with their awards.

On 18th November 2025, we attended the Jack Petchey Awards night at Hounslow Cineworld. Every year, we submit nominations for a select few young people from our programmes. This year, we nominated three individuals and are proud to announce that all three emerged as winners. They were nominated for various reasons, and here is a brief overview of our winners.

Maya Duverger

Maya Duverger

Maya has been an exceptional member of the Year 5 & 6 class at Saturday School. Her achievement of the Jack Petchey Leadership Award reflects her outstanding qualities. She consistently demonstrates leadership through her supportive and encouraging nature, especially when helping peers solve problems.

Maya is naturally inquisitive and shows a strong desire to deepen her understanding of new concepts, particularly in English and Maths. This year, she has displayed remarkable courage and enthusiasm in her learning. As a result, she progressed to the Year 7 class during the summer term. Her academic achievements are a testament to her dedication and positive attitude.

Beyond her academic success, Maya is kind, friendly, and well-liked by her classmates. She goes out of her way to ensure others feel included, both in lessons and during break times. Her empathy, inclusivity, and ability to build strong peer relationships make her a true role model and an excellent representative of the values celebrated by the Jack Petchey Leadership Award.

Sarah Telford

Sarah Telford

Sarah Telford, from Riana FC & Dukes Meadows Youth Club, has been awarded the Jack Petchey Leadership Award for her creativity, commitment, and enthusiasm. She consistently brings positive energy to everything she does, making her a standout member of our club.

Sarah is often the first to arrive and always ready to contribute. Whether it's offering new ideas, supporting her teammates, or helping out behind the scenes, she is always involved. One of her most notable contributions was designing the emblem for our new football kit. Her imaginative and thoughtful design perfectly captured the identity of our team and gave the club a fresh, youthful look that everyone was proud to wear.

Her initiative, creativity, and team spirit shine through in everything she does. Sarah is not only a valued member of our community but also a fantastic role model for her peers. She leads by example and shows what it means to be actively involved and committed to making a difference.

Jayden Cabey

Although Jayden was unable to attend the award ceremony due to prior work commitments, he has been recognised as a Jack Petchey Leadership Award winner for his outstanding contributions as a young leader within the community.

Jayden played a pivotal role in the development of Sport4All, a programme co-designed with children and young people to provide inclusive access to various sports activities. This initiative was created to address the barriers faced by ethnically diverse communities, ensuring that all young people have the opportunity to participate in and enjoy sport.

Jayden's remarkable leadership, vision, and dedication to fostering inclusive sports opportunities and advocating for youth issues make him an ideal candidate for the Leadership Award. His efforts have not only provided immediate benefits to his peers but have also laid the groundwork for a more inclusive and supportive community for future generations.

Conclusion

Congratulations to all our winners! We would like to thank the Jack Petchey Foundation for hosting this event and for providing opportunities for the young people in our programmes. We appreciate your continued support and hope to return next year.

For further information, please contact rodgers.orero@riana.org.uk. To join our programmes for the chance to nominate your child, please click the button below.

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