Students honoured at leavers' ceremony

Sporting and soap superstars this week paid tribute to the hard work of Treloar School students.

Treloar School leavers’ presentation on Friday 2 December saw Paralympian boccia player, Nigel Murray, give an inspiring speech to current and former students, before presenting certificates to School leavers.

And a video message from footballing ace Scott Sinclair, who plays for Swansea City, and his girlfriend, Coronation Street actress Helen Flanagan, congratulated the students on their achievements and wished them all the best in their future.

Speaking at the event, Nigel joked that it was great to be visiting a place where he didn’t have to explain the rules of boccia!

He told of his experiences since he began playing the Paralympic sport and the hard work and determination which has taken him to compete all over the world and seen him represent his country at numerous games.

Nigel said: “One of the highlights of my playing career has been playing alongside former Treloar’s students, David Smith and Dan Bentley. Having them on my team was incredible.”

Following the ceremony, Nigel took the time to talk individually with Treloar School students, pose for pictures and sign autographs – with the students especially impressed by his Paralympic medals – which they simply had to try on!

Pictured right: Nigel shows students his Paralympic medal.