Andrew makes a splash
Date published: 17 July 2008
Andrew Martin with his award, and sponsor Sheila Acton, left, of Acton and Acton textile manufacturers, and Maureen Cooper, chairman of Rochdale Childer.
Crompton House pupil Andrew Martin is head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to volleyball and swimming.
Andrew (16), represents the school at both sports, but his prowess in the water has earned him a special award from his home town.
He was recently awarded a Rochdale Childer award for his achievements in swimming which has won him a place on the GB Olympic 2012 targeted training programme. The Childer charity provides practical assistance and funding for children.”
Andrew is pictured with his award, and sponsor Sheila Acton, left, of Acton and Acton textile manufacturers, and Maureen Cooper, chairman of Rochdale Childer.
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