Pirates launch festive appeal
Paisley Pirates may be in opposition to the Dundee Comets in a Scottish National League match this Sunday at Braehead Arena, but off the ice their supporters club are teaming up with the Salvation Army to bring some festive cheer to members of the community over the festive period.
Club chairwoman Marie Cadenhead explained: “Christmas is a very happy time for so many people, but there are those who are less well off and, for them , the time of year is just another challenge for them to overcome.
“We’ve been in touch with the Salvation Army and we’re asking supporters attending our game on Sunday night to bring with them new or unused items of woollen clothing – like gloves, hats, scarves – which we can pass on to a representative who will be there at the match.
“As we’ve seen already this winter, it can be a very cold time of the year and we’re looking for any unused items of woollen clothing which will be a boost for anyone unable to buy these for themselves.
“A new hat, scarf, or pair of gloves might not seem a lot for a person if they already have them, but if you don’t have them, and the cold weather is causing you problems, it can make all the difference in the world.
“We’re happy to take items of any size, we just ask that they’re not worn or secondhand.”
Marie added:“Our fans have supported previous festive appeals in the past, so there’s no reason to suggest they won’t give as generously as they have done before.
“Our club receives so much support from the local community every year, so we’re delighted to be able to reciprocate in return, and we know our supporters will take this opportunity to say a small thank you for that backing.”