Workington Town’s home game with Keighley Cougars will be a bit special on Sunday at the Fibrus Community Stadium.
It’s a day dedicated to raising vital funds for two hugely worthwhile causes while bringing together supporters, families and the wider community.
It’s an annual charity day for Town and this year’s Charity Matchday will raise funds for Cumbria United Against Suicide (Every Life Matters) and The Steve Prescott Foundation, supporting both suicide prevention across Cumbria and seriously injured rugby league players.
Gates open at 12.30pm, with local community clubs taking centre stage, showcasing the future of rugby league on the Fibrus Community Stadium pitch.
The Town team playing Keighley in a Championship fixture will then take to the field wearing a special one-off purple charity kit, created exclusively for the occasion in support of the club’s fundraising efforts.
Following the match, supporters will have the opportunity to bid for the match-worn shirts, with all proceeds from the auction going directly to the charities.
Among the unique items available will be two very special one-off shirts:
- Steve Prescott No.1 commemorative shirt
- Barnes No.12 special edition shirt
There will be plenty happening away from the pitch as before the game in the Fanzone Marquee, former St Helens legend Tommy Martyn, who played alongside Steve Prescott, will join former Warrington Wolves favourite Benny Westwood for an exclusive Q&A, sharing stories from their outstanding rugby league careers.
Providing the soundtrack to the afternoon will be The Voice star Alex Buchanan, who will be performing live in the marquee and helping create a special atmosphere before and after the game.
Supporters can also enjoy the bar throughout the day, with 10p from every pint poured also being donated to the charities.
Mental health continues to impact families throughout our communities, with suicide affecting far too many lives. As a community club, Workington Town believes in using its platform to support causes that matter.
Alongside the club’s support for Every Life Matters and Cumbria United Against Suicide, Town are proud to also stand behind The Steve Prescott Foundation, which continues to provide outstanding support for seriously injured rugby league players and their families.
Every ticket purchased, every pint poured and every auction bid will help these organisations continue their invaluable work.
