Nathan Fowles and Mike Haley visit 247 (Ashton) Squadron : Sale Sharks Rugby

Sale Sharks Players Nathan Fowles and Mike Haley were invited down to attend the Awards Evening for 247 (Ashton) Squadron Air Training Corp on Saturday 23rd November and are pictured here with Cadet Kirsty Williamson, who won the 'Sports' shield for the most successful Sports Cadet in Squadron.

Cadet Williamson has represented the squadron at Squadron, Wing and Region Level Athletics as well as bring part of the team that has assisted Sale Sharks with many of their community events (Tag Festival, Bucket Collections and the British Legion Poppy Appeal).

The evening was attended by proud cadets and sergeants, mums, dads, siblings, and of course the fantastic officers. Guest of honour for the evening was Squadron Leader Hadfield (RTD) who donated a print of a Spitfire Aircraft signed by the pilot and artist to the squadron.

Flight Lieutenant Ian Wilson co-ordinated the proceedings, with help from Sergeant Simon Rowland and Warrant Officer Dave Cooper.

Community Events Co-ordinator for Sharks Community Trust, Helen Stuart, was also presented with the squadron's plaque bearing their motto 'Rise from the East'.

After the ceremonials, Nathan and Mike chatted to some of the award winners, signed posters and posed for photographs.

The squadron have a partnership with Sale Sharks, which includes a player appearance, as well as an Adult and Junior Season Ticket and signed shirt - the winner of which at auction was Mr and Mrs Betts and Cadet Williamson.

Look out for the squadron at the Sale Sharks v Saracens match on 14th February 2014, where they will be the Guard of Honour for the team.

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