SPORTY youngsters are being urged to take part in a London-wide mini-Olympics.

Youngsters from Greenwich aged 11 to 18 can put their talents to the test in the London Youth Games.

The games, which will be taking place at the Crystal Palace National Sports Centre in July, is the largest competitive sports event for young people in Europe.

More than 20 sports will be contested at the games, including Olympic sports such as football, archery, athletics, hockey, netball and swimming.

To find out more about taking part in the games, call 020 8921 8301.