Tributes paid to talented powerchair footballer
Tributes have been paid to a hugely-talented powerchair footballer who not only achieved his childhood dream of representing Brighton & Hove Albion but went on to score more than 170 goals for the club. Lewis Hammans, who passed away last Tuesday morning at the age of 20, began playing powerchair football with Albion in the
Free health event at the Amex Stadium on 16 November
Albion in the Community (AITC) is holding a free men’s health drop-in at the American Express Community Stadium, with a particular focus on lung health. AITC has organised the event, which is taking place on Saturday 16 November, to coincide with Lung Cancer Awareness Month, which runs throughout November. Visitors will be given advice on
Fans donate £27,000 to Albion in the Community
Generous Brighton & Hove Albion fans donated £27,000 to Albion in the Community before and after Saturday’s win over Everton. Supporters were asked to bring a £1 donation to the Premier League match and despite some torrential rain immediately before and after the game, nothing could dampen the spirits of the charity’s volunteer bucket collectors
Albion stars challenge pupils to show racism the red card
Brighton & Hove Albion stars Leon Balogun and Victoria Williams have encouraged local school children taking part in an anti-racism event to have the confidence to tackle discrimination and to support any friends who may be experiencing racism. Balogun and Williams spoke to 100 pupils at the education event organised by Albion in the Community
Ryan’s pride for ‘unbelievable’ Albion in the Community
Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Maty Ryan has spoken of his pride at the work being done by Albion in the Community after confirming he would remain as one of the charity’s official ambassadors. The Australian international was named as one of three charity ambassadors last season and will continue in the role alongside Barclays