THE Horrabridge Cavaliers have made a cash award of £150 to 12-year-old Louise Matthews to help nurture her talent and progress in her chosen sport – bowls.

Louise took up bowls under a Cavaliers-sponsored bowls coaching programme at Yelverton Bowling Club, and has made such exceptional progress that she now plays for Devon Ladies under-21s, and will be taking part in county games.

The Cavaliers continue to nurture her undoubted talent, and hope to see her make it to the very top.

Louise, who lives in the village, will use the award to help fund the extra expenditure that her further progress will require.

The Horrabridge Cavaliers, founded in 1977, undertake fundraising activities and offer financial assistance and manpower to support communities, organ-isations and individuals in the Horrabridge area. Their focus this year is primarily, though not exclusively, the support of youth projects.

Money is raised through events including their annual bottle auction, quiz nights and a range of other activities.