The annual Jon Baxter charity match, hosted by Andover New Street Youth FC, was a remarkable success, drawing a significant turnout from the community and raising an impressive £6,838 for charity.
The event, held on April 27th, featured a series of exciting football matches and was highlighted by the appearance of Chelsea legend Petr Cech, whose daughter plays for the club’s Vixens team.
The club’s spokesperson expressed heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made the day possible, saying, “The Andover New Street Youth FC Family would like to say a HUGE thank you to the wonderful businesses who sponsored our charity day last month, to all of those who so kindly donated raffle prizes and bought tickets.
“All the players, coaches, and officials for the three fantastic football matches, our amazing team of volunteers who put in all of the hard work behind the scenes to make the day a success, and last but by no means least, everyone of you who came and supported the day. I
“t was an even bigger success than last year, and we are so happy to say we raised an outstanding £6,838 which will be split between SHOUT, Hampshire Hospitals Charity, the Forget Me Not Fund, and the Youth FC – we couldn’t have done it without you!”
The charity match has become a staple in the local community, and this year’s event did not disappoint. The participation of Petr Cech added to the excitement, drawing more fans to the grounds. His presence underscored the importance of the event and the impact it has on the local community.
In addition to the football matches, the event featured a variety of activities for families, including raffles with generously donated prizes. The funds raised from the event will support several local causes, including SHOUT, Hampshire Hospitals Charity, and the Forget Me Not Fund, as well as the club’s youth programs.
Adding to the exposure of the event, the popular sports website SportBible picked up on Petr Cech’s participation after spotting the news on our, Love Andover’s social media channels. This additional coverage helped to draw more attention to the charity match and the local causes it supports, ensuring a broader reach and greater impact for the event.
The large turnout and the enthusiastic support from the community are a testament to the positive influence of the Andover New Street Youth FC and its commitment to giving back. The success of this year’s event bodes well for future charity matches and the ongoing support for local charities and youth football.
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