Ethan’s exclusive boxing session at professional club

A youngster who is receiving rehabilitation at The Children’s Trust following a brain tumour has enjoyed an exclusive boxing lesson.

Ethan Ridd, nine, was given VIP treatment at Fight Knights Boxing Club in Morden which was specially opened for his visit and where he met champion boxers.

The gym workers had managed to call in a favour from Lenny Daws, a former two time British light welterweight champion and Michael Smith, the current featherweight champion.

They trained Ethan on different punches and stances during the session and he proved to have a talent!

At the end of the lesson Ethan was given lots of souvenirs including a heavy-weight belt, boxing gloves and wraps.

And the generous owners didn't charge a penny for the experience.

Ava was a special guest at Wimbledon!

A little girl who is receiving rehabilitation at The Children’s Trust for a brain injury has had a memorable day at Wimbledon where she met tennis ace, Roger Federer.

Ava with Roger Federer, Andrea Jaeger and Adriana

Ava Mear had VIP treatment during the day out at the tournament on 4 July. Not only did the five-year-old play tennis on the courts, she had lunch in the players’ dining room, met players, watched them practise and chatted to everyone in the referee’s office.

Ava, who was joined by her mum, Mary-Jane was also presented with souvenir picture badges.

The day out was arranged by Andrea Jaeger, a former tennis pro who visited The Children’s Trust to give some sessions this month. After meeting Ava during her visit she got in contact to invite her to Wimbledon.

Andrea Jaeger with Ava

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