LEAMINGTON will make the trip to the Channel Islands to face Guernsey FC in the inaugural Illum Davis Foundation Trophy this weekend, writes Jacob Scandrett.
The fixture takes place at Guernsey’s Victoria Park ground on Saturday, July 25 with kick-off at 3pm.
The support of the Illum Davis Foundation made Leamington’s trip to the island possible with the funding provided by the Foundation enabling the club to undertake the journey.
Founded by the Illum Davis family in 2022, the Foundation is a grant-giving organisation which plays a key part in supporting charitable causes in both Warwickshire and Guernsey.
Since its formation, the Foundation has made a wide impact over several organisations in both areas through continuous support.
Organisations which have received help include Mollys Ollys, The Brakes Community Foundation, Our Jay Foundation and LWS Night Shelter in Warwickshire, along with the Guernsey Society for Cancer Relief and Art for Guernsey.
Leamington club secretary, Max Passantino said: “Opportunities like this don’t come round very often and we’re delighted to be part of what we hope is the beginning of a long and successful relationship with Guernsey FC, bringing our two communities together.
“We’re excited to visit Guernsey, experience the hospitality the island is renowned for and are honoured to play in this inaugral Illum Davis Foundation Trophy – a fantastic organisation that makes a massive difference in Warwickshire, Guernsey and across the country.”
Communications and commercial director at Guernsey FC, Nic Legg added: “We’re proud to be hosting the Inaugural Illum Davis Foundation Trophy and to welcome Leamington FC to Victoria Park.
“This fixture is a fantastic opportunity to forge a new connection between our clubs, and we’re gratetful to the Illum Davis Foundation for helping turn that vision into reality.”
