Young footballer Thomas Brown scored for Scotland when he took part in the Cerebral Palsy World Championships.
The 15-year-old player from Corby was selected for the squad which took part in the tournament in Holland.
And although Scotland may have missed out on glory, finishing sixth after losing 3-1 to the Netherlands in their final match, the tournament filled Thomas and his family with pride. In a game against Brazil, which Scotland eventually lost 4-1, Thomas scored in the first five minutes putting his side ahead.
His dad Tam, of Lynton Grove, Corby, said: “It was a marvellous moment. To see Thomas score for Scotland in the world cup game was a real honour. He was the youngest player ever to take part in the tournament and we were all very proud of him.”
Mr Brown, his wife Catrina and Thomas’ brothers Cameron, 13, Tearlach, four and Carrick, 10 months, travelled to Holland to cheer on the young footballer.
The family returned on Saturday and now, after his world cup success, the Uppingham Community College pupil has his sights on being picked for the Scottish paralympics team.
Thomas made his debut with the senior Scottish cerebral palsy squad earlier this year, playing against Ireland in Dublin.
To help towards the cost of travel to training sessions a fundraising disco is being held at the Rangers Club in Rockingham Road, Corby, on Friday, July 29, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets are £5 and are available from the club.
Anyone who can donate raffle prizes is asked to contact Mrs Brown on 07892454356.
source: northantset.co.uk
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