Adam Huggett, a Jack Petchey Award Winner
Adam is a 12 year old boy who started attending training sessions at Greenwich Powerchair Football Club in April 2016. He suffers from a physical disability called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy as well as Autism, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and Oppositional defiant disorder.
Now Adam is feeling that he finally belongs somewhere, valued and part of a team. On asked what being a part of Greenwich Powerchair Football Club means to him, he replied ‘I enjoy wheelchair football as I feel part of a team. I have gained confidence and a lot more independence since starting and have made friends. I would definitely recommend anyone to try wheelchair football, it is a lot of fun.’
Above: Adam with his mother and sister.
Above: Adam with the Leader of Royal Greenwich, Councillor Denise Hyland
Above: Adam, Denise Hyland with the players from Greenwich PFC, Denise Hyland, as well as helpers and staff, Sharon Brokenshire MBE, Jonathan Dixon (director), Rhea Daly (coach), Joe Sheehan (Coach)
Above: Adam and Alfie
Above: The Leader of Royal Greenwich, Councillor Denise showing off her skill joining in with the young players!