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.
MAP Pupils meet their heroes
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’s association with Vertu, the UK’s fourth largest motor retailer, which includes support across community engagement and fan-focused initiatives.
“Special Moment For Our Students”
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.”
“Community Focused Value”
Keira Bassett, head of commercial a 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.”
You can see the official squad photo on the Vertu motors website HERE
