Players engagement for the Fulham FC Foundation rewarded

Denis Odoi, defender of Fulham FC, is one of the players who actively supports the social work of their clubs. The Official Schools Ambassador of the Fulham FC Foundation was now rewarded by the Professional Footballers’ Association.

The association awards players in the Premier League, English Football League, and Women’s Super League who have gone above and beyond in support of the community work carried out by their Club’s Foundation. This season, Denis Odoi is being recognised for his outstanding contribution in his role as the Foundation’s Official Schools Ambassador. A special presentation of the award took place last Tuesday (24 April), as part of his visit to the Football & Education programme, with Dave Palmer, Community Liaison Executive at the PFA, there to hand over the trophy.

Denis Odoi has received the PFA Community Award for the season 2017/2018.

Involvement beyond the Ambassador role

Amy O’Brien, Head of Development at FFC Foundation, said of Denis’ involvement: “Though he would never say this himself, Denis is the perfect fit for the Schools Ambassador role. He’s jovial and honest which makes participants comfortable in asking for advice. When it comes to our student-athlete development programmes, his university studies in education make him an obvious choice for advocating the importance of balancing sport and education. FFC supporters will be well aware that his involvement extends far beyond the Schools Ambassador role, and we’re pleased to formally recognise him in this way.”

The FFC Foundation established the Football & Education programme in 2016. Therein, not only professional football players like Odoi but also other mentors guide talented young footballers on their journey as student athletes, as they prepare for post-secondary studies and a future in football or beyond.