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Bobby Kasanga, nominated by Hackney Wick FC
Cath nominated her Postman, Simon
Michael Cox, Bedford Free School.
Tyrone Mings Poems
Hannah, London
We all have feelings
We all have thoughts
Acting different to someone just because of their race or colour is unjust and unfair
We all live in the same world
We may not always agree on a certain subject – but is never an excuse to be rude or hurt feelings
We are all humans
There is no place for hate
Kaniza, London
Being black
Does not decide my heart
Being white does not give you a higher advantage
Who you are inside
Nowadays you don’t judge a book by it’s cover
So why judge a skin by it’s colour
Every skin colour is unique
We all have feelings which get hurt and respeak
Anisa, London
Recking people’s lives should not be allowed
Allowing racism to take place
Cannot be tolerated
Is protests
Something that could put an end to it
Maybe everyone’s opinions just need to be heard
Zahra and Iqra, London
‘Living in a homeless shelter with my mum and 3 sisters,
Made me realise I need a home to give me stability to focus on the ONE thing I love –
Football
Racism was all around me, and even on the pitch
I said to fellow players, “did you hear that?”…
Abusive chants and Nazi salutes aimed at me and my teammates.
Me being composed…
I challenged match officials to act immediately.
Tyrone Mings: a champion for No Barriers!!’
Jayden, Year 7
‘Did you hear that?’ Tyrone protested in the middle of play,
Abusive chants and Nazi salutes – disgusting racism and hate,
The qualifier stopped, this revolting conduct no longer accepted today,
EURO 2020 turned into an international debate!
Tyrone stood strong with heart and soul fighting,
His composure in the face of adversity made the nation proud,
Unwilling to accept the prejudice UEFA enlightening,
The legacy of a legend, his opinion shaping awareness shouting loud.
Hamish, Year 6
It felt like someone punched me in the face
But I fought on
The opposing fans treatment of me was a disgrace
But inside me the light shone
‘Did you hear that?’ I challenged them all
This racism had to end
After all I’d been through I would not fall
‘No Racism’ is the message I send.
Adam, 5th Class
‘Tyrone loved soccer when he was a boy,
From home to home that never changed,
At the match vs Bulgaria he was ready for joy,
But racism lurked at every exchange.
Tyrone felt sad but remained strong,
‘Did you hear that?’ he called with his head held high
Match officials knew who was in the wrong,
Racism in soccer will never fly.’
Padraig, 11
Wilfred, Year 3
Zuzanna, Year 8
Tessa, Year 5
River of Kindness
Aurélie
Robert Schlienz Poems
Tessa, Year 5
I had a career that was great,
Playing football with my mates.
I thought I would end it all
When I had a nasty fall
But I kept on playing with a ball.
Rome Pasta Art
Tessa, Year 5
Stephanie Roche Blog
Ellie, Year 5
‘I can’t believe it, I Stephanie Roche has just been told that I have been nominated for scoring the best goal, although I will be up against men. I am the only girl to get this far! I am not only proud of myself for accomplishing my dream but I am also proud that I have proven to everyone that women can play football and also be as good as men. #GirlsCanBeAsGoodAsBoys #DidItForTheLadies #ProvedEveryoneWrong.’
Wilfred, Year 3
‘I still remember my childhood playing football. I was the only girl on my team. It was fine until this stupid rule came along like a monster hiding in the shadows. Genders couldn’t play together so I was given the boot. Things got worse. There was a rumour that girls couldn’t play football. I played for a women’s team. I played well, so well that I have just been nominated for the goal of the year. I feel really proud! So come on girls lets show them.’
Tessa, Year 5
‘I feel ecstatic to know I have been nominated for something many believed only boys could do. Every time I think about the award I get a warm feeling knowing that although I have had many barriers, I have kept on striving until I came out on top with an amazing, well earned Puskás nomination. I feel like I have really worked and persevered to earn ‘best goal of the year’ nomination.’
Moise Kean Shirts
Ellie, Year 5
Tessa, Year 5
Martha, 5th Year
Tate & Tyce, 1st Class
England Kit Designs
Adam, 5th Class
Wilfred, Year 3
Tessa, Year 5
Padraig, 11
Sezen, Year 6