Festive cheer to RUH Children’s Ward

Managers and players from Bath City’s men’s and women’s teams decided to spread a little Christmas cheer to the children who are in hospital at the RUH in Bath over the festive period. Both teams had a whip round and presented a cheque to the Lily the play specialist at the RUH on Friday which will be used to buy presents for those on the ward both now and throughout the year. In addition, they presented some Bath City Santa hats and other merchandise as well as a ticket for the all the children and their families on the ward over Christmas so that they can enjoy a game at Twerton Park once they are out of hospital.

Men’s Interim Manager Lee Kendall said; “Christmas is a family time and we know it must be tough for children not to be at home at this time of year. The players were pleased to do something to help and we look forward to welcoming them to Twerton Park when they’re feeling better.”

Women’s team Manager Matt Abreu said; “As a community owned club, we encourage our women players to do school visits and attend coaching sessions as part of their commitment to the club. This was a natural extension and we’re delighted to join the men’s team on this great initiative.”

As well as the Managers, players Latrell Humphrey-Ewers, Massimo Sardo, Louis Sweeten and Owen Pritchard from the men’s team and from Bath City Women Ceris Evans and Chelsea Pearce went along. Chelsea is a Staff Nurse at the RUH and popped down from her shift on the Cardiac Ward to join the presentation.

Chelsea said; “I’m very proud to both work at the RUH and also to play for Bath City Women. It’s great that the men’s and women’s teams have come together to do something that will help the Children’s Ward make a hospital stay a little bit easier for our very special patients”.

A spokesperson for RUHX, the RUH Charity  said; “December is such a busy time of the year at the RUH but it is made even more special and from people’s generosities like Bath City Football Club, which I am sure make such a difference to the patients and families over the festive period.”