Leyton Orient 50/50 Day
On Saturday 19th December 26 pupils accompanied by family members attended Leyton Orient’s home game against Yeovil as part of the club’s 50/50 initiative. The idea behind the scheme is that the school sells reduced priced match day tickets on the club’s behalf with the proceeds been shared equally between the two organisations. The 50/50 scheme raised over £250 for school funds and provided an enjoyable day for those who attended the game.
Sixteen lucky pupils got to be flag bearers welcoming the teams on to the pitch before the game started. Year 6 pupil and flag bearer, Adam, described the experience as, “amazing and stunning!” Year 5 pupil, Oliver, was particularly impressed with the crowd’s reaction as the flag bearers walked around the pitch. For another Year 5 pupil, William, the best moment of the day was when the flag bearers waved the players onto the pitch.
For the record the game ended 1-1.
Look out for another 50/50 initiative later on in the season.
