FREDDY’S HEROES: CHATHAM XI VS SUPERHERO XI

On Sunday 7th May, Chatham Town Football Club are hosting a special day to celebrate the life of Freddy Leitch, who sadly passed away on Sunday 23rd April at the age of 8.

Freddy was an avid supporter of the Chats and attended games as regularly as he could despite battling a rare blood condition called CGD.

His fighting spirit resonated with the Chatham squad, who were moved and touched by Freddy’s fight every day.

“This means a lot to us because it’s a chance for us to give Freddy the sendoff he deserves. He was such an incredible little lad who inspired us all and we want to make this a day to remember for his family who are going through a heartbreaking time.” Chatham’s Jordy Robins said.

“Freddy became a big part of our dressing room throughout the course of the season and when we heard the devastating news it broke us.”

“It wasn’t just the home games Freddy attended. In fact, I vividly remember him supporting us away at VCD during a difficult moment of the season and we managed to turn it around and pick up the win. After this I wondered if Freddy would become a talisman for us because his courage, spirit and relentless fighting off the pitch inspired us to keep fighting on it.” He continued.

“All of us Chatham boys were so pleased Freddy and his incredible family were in the crowd to see us win the Isthmian League, but unfortunately in the immediate days following, his health took a turn. Rest in peace, Freddy.” He finished.

Gates open at 12:30pm ahead of an action packed day which includes:

Live entertainment – DJ set, Singer and Dancers
Food & Drink – Cookies & Cake stand, Ice Cream Van, Pizza
Raffle/Auction – Alcohol, Restaurant & Beauty Vouchers, Superhero Memorabilia, Signed Shirts & Boots, Chocolates, plus lots more!
Activities – Face painting, Bouncy Castle, Beat the Keeper, Crossbar challenge, best costume comp, Supercar viewing
We will be joined by some special celebrity guests, as well as some Superhero guests, including ‘the Avengers’ who will walk out of the tunnel before kick-off at 3pm.

After the event, the club will host its promotion party in Bobby’s Bar and we wish to invite all supporters to come on down to Bauvill to celebrate with us!

All money raised on the day will be donated to Freddy’s family, Demelza Hospice and CGD Society.

Tickets can be bought online here, whilst any donations to the cause can be made here. Turnstiles will also be in operation on Sunday.