Vertu Creates Unforgettable Experience As Plymouth School Features In Squad Pic
Three students from Marine Academy Plymouth were given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join Plymouth Argyle’s official squad photo at Home Park, thanks to Vertu’s ongoing partnership with the Club.
Marine Academy pupils, Sophie Hillebrandt, Riley Hoyle and Thomas Clarke, all passionate Argyle supporters, were selected through the school’s ‘Make Their Day’ initiative.
The visit saw Sophie seated beside her footballing hero Joe Edwards, while Riley shook hands with every player and Thomas impressed the club with his knowledge of the team’s performance.
The visit was made possible through Plymouth Argyle FC association with Vertu, the UK’s fourth largest motor retailer, which includes support across community engagement and fan-focused initiatives.
Robert Forrester, Chief Executive of Vertu, said: “Moments like these show the real value of our partnership with Plymouth Argyle, which is about creating meaningful experiences for young people in the community and supporting grassroots participation in sport.
“One of our core principles as a business is to recognise the performance of members of our team, and this is something we are pleased to extend to our partnerships.
“We’ve helped recognise and reward these young people for their academic performance with a memory that will last forever, and I am sure it will help them to stay on track as they complete their education.”
Jennifer Brimming, Principal at Marine Academy Plymouth, said: “This was a truly special moment for our students. To be invited to take part in something so unique, and to meet the players they admire, was incredibly powerful.
“Opportunities like this help build confidence and inspire ambition, and we’re grateful to Vertu and Plymouth Argyle for making it happen.”
Keira Bassett, Head of Commercial at Plymouth Argyle, said: “Whenever we work with partners, we are keen to align with businesses that match the values we live by every day.
“Initiatives such as this from Vertu emphasise the community focused value we have here at Argyle by providing unforgettable experiences for people throughout Devon, Cornwall and beyond.
“We’re pleased to work with Vertu to provide this opportunity to students from Marine Academy Plymouth and hope they enjoyed the day.”