Swansea City Under-18s donate to shoebox appeal this Christmas

Swansea City’s Under-18s have donated to this year’s Samaritans’ shoebox appeal which brings the Christmas spirit to those who are less fortunate around the world.

The young Swans and wider academy staff put together over 18 boxes of gifts and presents, which will be distributed across the globe to children and families in need.

The campaign - founded by The Samaritan's Purse - has been active since 1993 and has reached over 209 million children in over 170 countries. 

Players Rohan Davies, Ewan Griffiths, Josh Pescatore, Callum Deacon and Cameron Llewellyn helped drop off the gifts at St. Davids church in Morriston, along with club chaplain Eirian Wyn.

Head of academy education Jordan Morris said: "The players from the academy were excited to take part in the shoebox campaign.

"They know they will be making a positive impact by bringing a smile to the face of another child.

"We showed the boys a presentation outlining the history of the campaign and what it means to these families and children across the world, and they really got behind it and were passionate about giving back."

Striker Davies added: "It was great to be part of the campaign, and we all contributed as individuals and as a team.

"The volunteers at the drop-off point spoke to us about the history of the campaign, not just worldwide but how well it has been received in Swansea since it began, and it was lovely to hear and to help out.

"We can track where our boxes go after Christmas, which I'm sure we all will do, and see where our gifts have made a difference."