Dan is inspiration for football match in aid of Huntington’s Disease Association
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It was staged to help a charity which has supported cable jointing instructor Dan Johnston, from Horam, following his diagnosis.
The Canterbury and Maidstone team beat the Apprentices 3-0.
Trainees team leader Lee Woods, who led the apprentice football team, said: “It was a brilliant day from start to finish.
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Hide Ad"We appreciate everyone’s amazing generosity and we managed to raise more than our initial target, so we just want to thank everyone for coming along and supporting the day.”
Engineer Tom Webster, who led the winning team, said: “It was a good game of football, but I don’t think many of the players will be changing their career path anytime soon!
"It was played in good spirit and everyone who participated thoroughly enjoyed the day.
"Thank you so much to everyone who donated and supported the event.”
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Hide AdPicturedis Dan Johnston (cup holder), surrounded by family and colleagues.
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