Call for young mascots at this year’s Battle of the Badges

The Archie Foundation is calling for young mascots to support players at this year's Battle of the Badges charity tournament.

On June 8, teams from the police, fire service, NHS, and Scottish Ambulance Service will compete in the event which aims to raise funds for children and families.

Any youngsters who have received treatment at the Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital or who have been supported by any of the services provided by the Archie Foundation, have been encouraged to apply to be a mascot.

Cassie McGunnigle, fundraising manager at The Archie Foundation, explained: “The mascots play a vital role in the Battle of the Badges.

"Each mascot is paired with a player from one of the four teams.

"On the day they will accompany their player on to the field and be on hand to support the players and their team throughout their matches. 

“Not only that, the mascots help in the run up to the event too.

"Some will fundraise for The Archie Foundation along with their player and there is a chance they might get to visit their player at work too. 

“We also host a meet-the-mascot event so that the mascots can all meet before the big day.

"It’s great to see the children connecting with each other and sharing their excitement about the Battle of the Badges.” 

You can visit this link or email hello@archie.org to apply to be one of this year’s mascots.