 The cash was raised through ticket sales, a prize raffle and donations from suppliers including Asscroft Transport, Alsop Plant, Hydraline and Spillard Safety Systems. Supporters came from across the Midlands and Leeds to witness the spectacle at Willenhall Football Club as the Yorkshire team ran out worthy winners with a score of 34-0. Cannock will get the chance to take revenge in the return fixture at Leeds, and the company’s Llantrisant branch has also thrown down the gauntlet.
The money raised went to the West Midlands committee of Wooden Spoon, led by chairman Phil Pemble, who said: “A friendly rugby match is a great way for a company’s employees to have fun while raising money for charity. We are very grateful that Finning (CAT) chose to donate the magnificent sum of £1,500 to Wooden Spoon. I can assure all those that contributed that the money will be well spent, helping to improve the lives of disabled and disadvantaged youngsters in this region.” Finning spokesman Glen Plant added “A great day was had by all. The game was played in a fantastic spirit and to raise such a fantastic amount was brilliant. It was a pleasure to be involved with so many great colleagues, and make some new friends for such a deserving charity.”
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