Newport County will be supporting the men’s mental health charity ‘Man Up Gloucestershire’ at Saturday’s pre-season friendly at Worcester City (3pm).
The fixture at The Sixways Stadium is part of Worcester City’s programme of home friendlies that raises awareness and funds for a cause close to the hearts of many in football and beyond.
Newport County’s involvement in the fixture not only comes as part of preparations for the new season, but in solidarity with Worcester City’s Director of Football, Tim Harris, a figure well known to many at Rodney Parade.
In November last year, Tim and his wife Karen tragically lost their son to suicide.
Tim said: “I want to thank everyone at Worcester City and the clubs involved in our pre-season home programme. I’m especially grateful to my former clubs for the kindness and support they have shown to both myself and Karen.’’
Apart from raising awareness, the club will be collecting funds for Man Up Gloucestershirethrough a matchday raffle featuring signed shirts donated by Worcester City, Newport County, Cheltenham Town and Kidderminster Harriers.
There will also be a Man Up Gloucestershire stand at the match, giving supporters the opportunity to meet charity representatives, learn more about their work, or simply stop for a chat.
“We encourage all supporters making the journey to Saturday’s match to back this vital cause,’’ added Tim.
Worcester City will also be offering hospitality on the day with Tim and his family in attendance.
You can find hospitality details HERE
Raffle tickets are available HERE
Match tickets are available HERE
Supporters can also pay cash on the day at the stadium.
They are priced at £10 for adults; £6 for concessions; £3 for youth (12-17) and just £1 for Juniors (under -2s).
Man Up
Man Up is the only men’s mental health charity funding groundbreaking research and focusing on why men are struggling with mental health issues.
Every donation to Man Up is a vital contribution to a journey. No charity can thrive on air alone, and Man Up ensure every pound they are entrusted with is maximised.
Man Up's ultimate aim is to eradicate the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and ensure that effective support systems are accessible.
For more information, please visit https://manupglos.org.uk/
