Non-Footballing Awards

From time to time, I like to hear about people within the club that have achieved something outside of football. Today, I want to pour praise on two people, for differing reasons.

Firstly, congratulations to Kayleigh Crompton from the 14's. Kayleigh has recently won two GOLD medals for Raven Judo club (http://www.mcadam76.freeserve.co.uk/), including one at last week's Greater Manchester Youth Games. My brother Hughie, is a coach there, and he has informed me that the club have a great chance of winning the coverted award of Best Club in the County. So well done Kayleigh on a great result.

Secondly, Well done to Clare Stead (Georgia's mum from the 14's), on completing the 10K midnight walk with 1,500 other ladies, in aid of Willow Wood Hospice (http://www.willowwood.info/index.html). My mum currently resides there, and I can tell you, the care is 1st class, all the rooms are really clean, the staff are friendly and helpful and the hospice is set in nice surroundings, just near to Stamford Park in Ashton. However, the hospice is a registered charity, and they rely heavily on donations and fundraising activities, to help pay for the £1.4m running costs. I would like to say a big thanks to Clare and all the other ladies for raising £1,000's to help fund this marvelous facility.

Anyone else done something special? let me know, and I'll post it on the blogger for you - Have pride in your achievements, and share them with others.

Nigel.