Norwich City have donated £2,652.10 to the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity after auctioning the warm-up shirts the players wore in our away match at Chelsea.
The squad wore shirts with messages say: “we’re with you, stay strong Dan,” to offer support to our keeper Dan Barden who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in October and was receiving treatment at the Royal Marsden Hospital at the time.
Dan, who completed a 12-week course of chemotherapy just before Christmas, was full of praise for the treatment he received saying: “I'd like to say a massive thank you to all the nurses and staff who work at the Royal Marsden.
“The treatment I received and also knowing that I was in world class care, was mentally and emotionally a huge comfort.
“The job they do is unbelievable, and I can’t thank them enough for the treatment and care I received. It made the whole process a lot easier for me and my family.”
Following Dan’s treatment, the first team players and staff wanted to raise money for the Royal Marsden as a way of thanking them for the excellent care they provided.
“The players were really keen to show their support of Dan, and support a hospital that does amazing things,” said kit manager Pete Dye. “So, as well as wearing the warm-up tops at Chelsea, we got them individually signed to raise funds for the Royal Marsden. It’s times like this, that shows what a great group the players are, and as a club. We support the community as best we can.”
The £2,652.10 has now been donated to the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.
Antonia Dalmahoy, managing director of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity said: “We’re incredibly grateful to have such generous support from Norwich City. The money they have raised for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity will help to fund the development of new treatments for all cancers, including testicular, to benefit cancer patients across the UK and beyond. Thank you.”