Swansea City Under-21s donate to Mr X Appeal

Swansea City’s Under-21s players have got into the spirit of giving back this Christmas by donating gifts to the Mr X Christmas Appeal.

Launched 64 years ago by Tom Bravin, Mr X aims to provide children from low-income or underprivileged backgrounds in south Wales with gifts to open on Christmas Day.  

Bravin passed away six years ago, but his legacy is now carried on by his son and a team of incredible volunteers.

The age-grade side wanted to play their part and have bought and donated more than 50 presents which will be distributed to young children in need across south Wales.

Volunteers are preparing in the run up to Christmas to organise the donation and collection for more than 10,000 disadvantaged children across south Wales.

Academy chaplain Eirian Wyn and players Ben Lloyd, Evan Watts and Mitchell Bates led the donation process at Landore Training Ground.

"I've been involved with the campaign for 20 years now, and it's been a privilege every year to provide children and families with gifts,” said a spokesperson for the Mr X Appeal.

"Before Mr X died, we started helping out and we're a small team, but we've been involved ever since.

"We said last year was our biggest year, but this year is even bigger. The players were brilliant in listening to the history of the campaign

"A huge thank you to everyone at Swansea City for donating presents to us, their presents will no doubt put smiles on children's faces this Christmas."

Under-21s coach Anthony Wright added: "I think it is very important we support a project like this. Part of our role with the club is to help develop our players' character and show the values they possess. 

"Christmas is a time to help people who are less fortunate. It is easy to take things for granted and get caught up in a football environment, so it is great we can help this cause."