Tributes on shirts for Kato Ottio
ASPECIAL tribute will be worn this season to a rugby league player who passed away before making an appearance for Widnes Vikings.
Kato Ottio died at the age of 23 earlier this year.
The Vikings were approached by senior team members who wanted to show their respects for their fallen team-mate.
In response, a special ‘Kato 18’ shirt transfer has been created, which will be worn at the heart of the player’s shirts throughout the entire 2018 Betfred Super League campaign.
With a distinctive yellow and red design, in honour of the traditional colour of the Kumuls playing strip, the transfer is a fitting tribute to the late PNG international.
Vikings supporters can add this design to any garment for just a sug- ● Left, Kato Ottio ● been able bl to t support t this thi by b creating ti the special shirt transfer.
“Having seen the incredible response from Vikings supporters to this tragic passing, I am sure that many people will want join us in featuring it on their club shirts and clothing this season.
“We were all very proud to take to the field against Whitehaven wearing the special shirts that paid tribute to Kato.
“It will be fantastic to see our supporters in the stands wearing these.
“On behalf of the team, I’d like to thank everyone who backs these initiatives and has contributed in any way to our fundraising efforts.
“W “We can all ll f feel l very proud d of f what ht the club and its supporters have achieved in supporting Kato’s loved ones.”
To purchase the transfer, supporters can take their shirt to the Vikings Superstore at Tesco Extra in Widnes.
Supporters also have the opportunity to purchase the special Kato 18 warm-up shirts, which were worn by the Vikings players and coaches in the build up to the recent Whitehaven friendly.
The limited edition T-shirts are available from the Vikings Superstore and cost £20, with all profits supporting the fundraising campaign.