Extending that legacy, 21-year-old Will Balderston, grandson of Sir Bobby Charlton, recently volunteered at one of the Foundation’s community football projects, Street Reds. Will spoke about his time with the Foundation, the importance of their work and the strong link between the charity, Sir Bobby and his fellow Busby Babes.
Tell us about your time volunteering with the Foundation?
“It was an amazing experience. I would go once a week to Street Reds at Manchester Enterprise Academy Central, in Fallowfield, supporting Ryan and Ash, the coaches at the project. They were both so helpful, showing me the best way to engage the kids and to ensure that they were happy, enjoying themselves and learning.