A much-loved former footballer and broadcaster has visited Sharow Church of England Primary School where a class was named after him.
Ex-Leeds United and Middlesbrough midfielder Chris Kamara spent the morning (Friday 26th September) at the school where he met pupils and staff and shared stories from his life and career.
Last year, Sharow teachers and pupils chose to name each class after a sporting hero who had triumphed over adversity. Year Three and Four were named the Chris Kamara Class, in recognition of his achievements both on and off the pitch.
Reflecting on the visit, Chris said:
“I thought what a wonderful school it must be to name a class after me.”
During his talk, he spoke about his early life in Middlesbrough, joining the Navy, his footballing journey, and his later career as a popular broadcaster on Sky Sports. Pupils quizzed him on topics ranging from his favourite footballers, the most famous person he had met, and how many goals he scored.
He also offered the children some inspiring advice about their own futures:
“Anybody can say whatever they want about anybody, but if in your heart and in your head you’ve got desire and want to be somebody, you can be somebody.”
Sharow headteacher Jacqui Palmer said the visit had been a memorable occasion for the school community.
“We had named a class after Chris because he’s such an inspirational character. It was wonderful for the staff and pupils to hear from him today and the story of his life. Our children got to hear how he has triumphed even when everything has not gone to plan for him, and he gave them some great advice. We were thrilled to have him visit our school.”
Discover more about Sharow Church of England Primary school here.
1,000 Smiles: Pateley Bridge woman wins £1,000 prize
Ripon pupils take alcohol-free fashion message to Parliament
Call for volunteers to support end of life care patients in Harrogate and Ripon
Council agrees council tax hike because they don't live "in world of unicorns and rainbows"
Rossett School launches £15,000 fundraiser for new minibus
Endometriosis charity event to be held in Harrogate next month
Ripon attractions unite to support second term for Ripon BID
Harrogate care home donates £2,000 to combat loneliness in the elderly
Farming YouTuber set to drive for Your Harrogate in the Knaresborough Tractor Run
Harrogate Ladies College unveils branding for new Duchy College
Organisation pledges £45,000 to support mental health at King James's School
Harrogate couple who met at school to celebrate 63rd Valentine's Day
Knaresborough primary school's sponsored walk raises £1,300 for charity
Knaresborough brewery owners to sell after nine years
Yorkshire participants need for Channel 4's The Dog House
Multiple arrests made as police intensify patrols in Harrogate
Police appeal after man hit by bus in Harrogate
New outpatient therapy unit opens at Harrogate Hospital
Love is in the air for Harrogate hospitality
Harrogate law firm supports cancer centre in memory of late colleague
