HEREFORD United’s woes have dealt a blow to Herefordshire sport and besides the small band who have loyally supported the club, emigrants from the county will be similarly dismayed.

However, this does not affect the vibrant community sport scene in Herefordshire. On any weekend there are many more people actively involved in sport than watching United.

Active people may feel that sport in the county has been wounded, but they will be far more concerned with their own activities and the positive rewards that taking part in sport brings. Sport is the heart of the community.

BRYAN WHITE Herefordshire Sport