About Us

Mariners United Sporting Club CIC (MUSC) is a Community Interest Company (CIC) dedicated to using sports as a tool for community cohesion, social inclusion, and youth development in The Northeast of England. Our mission is to establish Kabaddi as a structured and mainstream sport in the region, focusing on engaging BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) communities who may shy away from participating in traditional sporting activities.

Our Story

Mariners United Sporting Club CIC was born out of a powerful need for community healing and unity following social unrest. The idea was sparked by a group of Indian youth who were passionate about sports and determined to create a positive force in the aftermath of riots in Middlesbrough.

At the heart of this movement was Cllr Aaron Roy, a frontline NHS nurse and Hartlepool councillor, whose own vehicle was damaged during what was intended to be a peaceful protest. Rather than respond with division, he channeled that experience into action—believing that sport can be a bridge, not a barrier.

With the belief that “Sports Unite People”, MUSC was formally registered as a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2025, with a mission to:

• Foster community cohesion through inclusive sports

• Promote lesser-known sports like Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, and Badminton

• Offer a platform for BAME youth and underrepresented communities

• Challenge racism, break social silos, and build grassroots talent pathways

The CIC’s guiding philosophy—“Cohesion Through Sports”—continues to shape its programs and partnerships. MUSC is now actively engaged in school outreach, tournament participation, and regional sports development, with Kabaddi at its core and a growing network across the North East.