Shropshire Star

Football players prove winners when they drop into children's ward

Members of The New Saints (TNS) football club were out to spread cheer to local children and raise awareness, as they visited The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Oswestry for a fun filled afternoon of activities and handing out gifts on the children's ward.

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The players at Alice Ward at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hopsital

Several first team players including club captain Chris Marriott were in attendance, as the players handed personalised TNS gifts to children aged between 6-16. Other TNS stars included top goal-scorer Declan McManus, Danny Redmond, Jon Routledge and Leo Smith who were more than happy to pose for photographs and sign autographs throughout the afternoon.

The children were delighted to meet their local heroes, as they also took part in a variety of exciting activities including quizzes and bingo. The day finished with players handing out Easter eggs and treats to the children on the ward, as the patients chatted to players about a whole host of topics including some TNS’ big upcoming fixtures.