Chris Tawiah – Professional Basketball Player
Professional basketball player, Chris Tawiah joined us this morning from Sports for Champions. He shared his journey to become a professional basketball player and he gave us some insight on how he maintains an active, healthy lifestyle. Some children, along with Mr V also tried out some of Chris’s basketball moves!
The children loved joining in with his active workshop and raised over £400! Well done St Mary’s!

Jaydon Paddock – Gymnast for Great Britain
St Mary’s have had an inspiring day meeting Jaydon Paddock, a Great British Gymnast. Jaydon spoke about his journey to success and the hard work and dedication it takes to be come a world class athlete. We were even lucky enough for Jaydon to show us some skills in our assembly!
Well done to all of the children who have took part today and especially to those who have raised funds for Sports for Champions and our school.
I’m sure after today, there will be lots of aspiring gymnasts and tumblers. #pestm #sportsforchampions #JaydonPaddock

Martha Harris – Footballer for Birmingham City
Reception have loved meeting professional footballer, Martha Harris this morning!

Matt Lee – Professional Athlete
Matt Lee joined us for a sponsored circuit to raise money for Sports for Champions and raise awareness about the key elements of success to be a professional athlete.
