WATCH: Joyful scenes as Stephen Bradley's son finishes cancer treatment
Josh was only 8-years-old when he was diagnosed with Leukaemia in 2022 and has battled bravely as he's gone through the grueling treatment for it.
Shamrock Rovers manager Bradley has spoken quite candidly about his son's diagnosis in recent years, especially when he was linked with the job at Millwall late last year, he said his son's recovery was his 'number one priority' while considering the move to the Championship. Ronan Finn and Roberto Lopes celebrate with manager Stephen Bradley's son Josh and the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division trophy. Pic: INPHO/Bryan Keane
Bradley also spoke about how he considered leaving Rovers after the diagnosis to be by his son's side. However he didn't and Josh became a favourite amongst fans as he was bel to celebrate Rover's League of Ireland title win in 2022.
A video from charity Oscars Kids Ireland was shared last night of Josh, now 11, ringing the bell in Crumlin Children's Hospital to mark the end of three year's of cancer treatment in what was an emotional scene for all.
After 3 long years of treatment, Josh rang the bell today!
Our hearts are lifted to see this courageous boy get to move on to such a well deserved and exciting new chapter. The biggest congrats to Josh, his devoted parents Emma and Stephen and his adoring sisters! 💛 pic.twitter.com/yuQLCwsVly
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