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Rock Band Sponsors Youth Football Team
20 Oct
Summary
- A US rock band now sponsors a youth football team.
- The team's new kits feature the band's logo.
- The band aims to remove financial barriers in sports.
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, US rock band Wheatus has become the unexpected sponsor of Nunnery Wood U13s Phoenix, a youth football team based in Worcester. The team proudly sports new kits adorned with the band's iconic logo, a result of a chance encounter and persistent enthusiasm.
The unique connection was forged when the team's coach, Graham, along with his son Bertie, met members of Wheatus at a concert. Inspired by the band's logo, Graham reached out to inquire about sponsorship, receiving an enthusiastic 'yes' from the musicians.
Wheatus, formed in New York in 1995 and famous for their 2000 chart-topping hit 'Teenage Dirtbag,' views their supporters as family. Frontman Brendan B Brown highlighted the band's motivation: to alleviate financial obstacles that hinder youth sports participation. He expressed joy in facilitating young athletes' access to the field.
Brown praised the new team kits, calling them 'rad and totally awesome.' He even hinted at a special reward for the team's success, suggesting a private acoustic performance could be in store for exceptional achievements.
