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Former Wanderers manager joins more than 100 golfers for fundraiser
Former Bolton Wanderers and England manager Sam Allardyce joined more than 100 golfers to tee off for a great cause.
Allardyce, who was in charge of the Whites for 371 games from 1999 to 2007, led the Bolton Lads and Girls Club Golf Day on Friday, June 13.
The event at Bolton Golf Club, which included 22 teams from local businesses, raised £20,000 for children's mental health services at Bolton Lads and Girls Club.
Blessed with perfect summer weather, the day ended with a celebratory evening meal, an auction and an awards ceremony.
J & D Construction Services were crowned champions, taking home the coveted claret jug trophy.
Allardyce, 70, who also made more than 190 appearances for the Whites in his playing days, headlined the event for a second year, taking the baton from the late, great Wanderers legend Francis Lee, who championed the fundraiser for more than three decades.
Former Wanderers manager Sam Allardyce with golfers at the event (Image: Supplied) Bolton Lads and Girls Club CEO Emma Hutchinson said: 'We were extremely proud to have Sam back for a second year to headline our golf day.
"Sam is a true Bolton sporting icon and his support is invaluable.
"As a big Bolton fan, I have to say I was a little star-struck!
"We're also so grateful to our headline sponsors, Irish Freight Solutions, and of course to Dave Crammant for championing the event and helping to make the special day happen.'
