Malcolm Hughes’ sponsorship reaches around the world
Following a club-wide kit redesign this season, the Malcolm Hughes sponsored football team (Davenham Rangers U13) found themselves with a full set of kit that had only been worn for one year. Rather than letting it go to waste, the club made the decision to donate the old strip to one of its partner schools in Africa. We were thrilled to hear of the Malcolm Hughes sponsorship to continuing to do good beyond the local pitch.
The kit was sent to Mukelenzuni Primary School in Kenya. This was the second time the club has donated kit overseas, but the first time Malcolm Hughes branded kit has been shared in this way. The transfer was organised by team coach Stuart Manifold, who liaises directly with teachers at the school, keeping the process simple and personal.
Speaking about the donation, Stuart explained that the kit has proven ideal for the students. Its lightweight and durable design means it’s worn regularly, something that has been particularly rewarding to learn. Photos from the school show pupils proudly wearing the kit, clearly demonstrating the positive impact of the partnership and the reach of the sponsorship far beyond the UK.
Back on the pitch at home, the team is facing a tougher challenge this season after promotion to Division 3. Competing at a higher level has brought mixed results, with three wins, a draw, and around six losses so far. Despite the setbacks, the focus remains on adapting to the standard and securing their place in the division for next season.
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The campaign has not been without its difficulties, however. Just before Christmas, the team suffered a blow when their top scorer picked up a broken collarbone. With frozen pitches likely to pause play for a short while, there’s hope this enforced break will give him time to recover and return stronger.
From competitive football at home to meaningful impact abroad, the Malcolm Hughes sponsorship continues to support young people both on and off the pitch, proving that a single kit can make a difference in more ways than one.
