Hatters manager Jack Wilshere surprises young footballers at Stopsley summer camp
Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere surprised young footballers by joining a training session at a Kellogg's Football Camp in Stopsley.
The former Premier League player visited Stopsley Primary School, where he led drills, joined small-sided games and shared advice from his playing and managerial career with aspiring footballers.
Jack Wilshere said: "It was brilliant to surprise the kids at the camp today and see how excited they were to get out on the pitch.
"You could really feel their enthusiasm for the game, and that's what football is all about – having fun, learning new skills and enjoying playing together.
"Hopefully today has inspired a few more young people to keep active this summer. Whether they're dreaming of becoming professional footballers or just want to get outside and enjoy the game, opportunities like these can make a real difference."
The Kellogg's Football Camps returned for a third year, offering more than 39,000 free places for children aged five to 15 across the UK in partnership with the English Football League, Manchester City, Celtic and Rangers.
New research commissioned by Kellogg's found that 36 per cent of parents say the cost of activities is the biggest barrier to children taking part in sport, while 47 per cent believe their children are less physically active during the summer holidays. And 30 per cent of parents rely on free activities during the holidays, including camps and sports clubs for their children
Parents simply need to check their cupboards for promotional packs of Kellogg's cereal, scan the on-pack QR code and sign up for one of the thousands of free places still available at www.kelloggsfc.com.
Luton Town is one of 73 clubs taking part in the nationwide initiative, with camps delivered by FA-qualified coaches throughout the summer holidays.