Defoe shirt hopes to raise funds

February 17, 2010

England and Tottenham Hotspur striker, Jermain Defoe has graciously donated the shirt he wore in the England Vs Holland friendly match last year to FCA Cymru.

Monies raised from the coveted shirt, which will be put up for auction on 24th February 2010 in Chester, will go towards funding a three day coaching programme, in cohesion with Cardiff City Football Club. The programme will offer looked after children and young people in FCA Cymru the chance to develop their skills under the watchful eye of Cardiff City’s coaching experts.

“It’s especially encouraging to see an organisation such as FCA embracing the sporting efforts of children in foster care,” says prolific goalscorer, Defoe. “I’m honoured to be part of this new project and hope it will play a role in raising their achievements and sporting prowess.”

FCA regional learning and development manager, Rob Jewell adds: “We are all thrilled to launch the new football Initiative which has only been made possible thanks to the kind support of Jermain. We hope that our auction at Bonhams in Chester will encourage football fans both young and old to place their bids and ultimately support looked children and young people in the care system.”

The shirt goes under the hammer on Wednesday February 24th at Chester auctioneers, Bonhams.