Wrexham AFC and Wrexham AFC Women players paid a visit to the Wrexham Maelor children’s ward in the run-up to Christmas – meeting some of the young patients and their families, giving out Wrexham AFC gifts and also meeting staff on the ward.
James McClean, Elliot Lee and George Dobson, alongside Liz Craven and Chloe Ankers, visited the hospital just before Christmas.
The visit included meeting Wrexham fan Logan, who was delighted to learn favourite player Elliot Lee was in attendance, while other young patients got to meet and ask questions of the players, as well as playing some games.
The visit was not just to try and help provide a lift to some of the patients, however, as we were also proud to present staff on the ward with tickets for our next three home games.
McClean said: “If we can lift spirits in any small way, then it goes a long way. It’s a close-knit community, and it’s a community that’s close to the Club.
“For us as players to be able to visit the ward, and the kids – the majority of whom were Wrexham fans – it’s an important thing.
“What the staff here do is incredible, and they don’t get the recognition they deserve. Especially on the children’s ward, looking after sick kids – we could see first-hand to do the work they do, and how much they care, and the support they offer. They deserve all the credit in the world for that.”
Lee added: “We get enough support from the local community so it’s nice to give some back in any way we can. Nobody wants to be in hospital, especially around Christmas, and it’s not just visiting the patients – the staff here do a great job as well.”
On the visit, Wrexham Maelor Registered Health Play Specialist Emma Cunnah-Newell said: “It’s just great that we are able to bring in the team, have that connection and that working relationship with Wrexham AFC. You can see from the faces of the children and the families, it just means so much.
“Obviously it gives the patients five minutes to focus on something else, rather than why they’re in hospital. It allows them to go away and be able to tell their friends and actually say – I might’ve not been in school or at the Christmas party, but guess who I’ve just met!
“For the staff as well, it is a busy time of year as you can imagine, so it is great that they can just have that time and enjoyment, to be able to also see the faces of the children and their families – we can say that it is making a difference to our patients.”
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Recently, members of the Wrexham AFC football team took time out of their busy schedules to visit the Wrexham Maelor children’s ward. The players spent the afternoon chatting with the young patients, signing autographs, and spreading joy throughout the ward.
It was a heartwarming experience for both the children and the players, as they shared stories, played games, and brought smiles to the faces of those who needed it most. The players’ visit brought a sense of community and togetherness to the hospital, and the children were thrilled to meet their football heroes in person.
Wrexham AFC’s visit to the Wrexham Maelor children’s ward is a reminder of the positive impact that sports teams can have on their local community. By taking the time to connect with young fans and spread happiness, the players demonstrated the power of kindness and compassion.
We applaud Wrexham AFC for their commitment to giving back to the community and bringing joy to those in need. Their visit to the children’s ward is a shining example of the positive influence that sports teams can have on their fans, both young and old.
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