Leicestershire and Rutland celebrates first 'Badger of the Year'

Thomas (pictured) from Rothley has been selected as the county’s first ‘Badger of the Year’. Thomas will be representing St John Ambulance Leicestershire and Rutland at events across the county over the coming year.

Difficult decision

‘You were all very good, and it was a difficult decision’ said County Badger President, Pat Plowman. However, in the end, the judges felt that Thomas was the best overall candidate, displaying good communication skills, and excellent leadership abilities.

Thomas, aged nine has been a volunteer with St John Ambulance for 4 years. He spent the day compteting against fellow Badgers from across the county in a range of sessions designed to test his leadership and communication skills. Showing that he was deserving of the title 'Badger of the Year'. Thomas was presented with a lanyard and ceramic badger to commemorate the outstanding achievement.

Thomas will now assist the County Commissioner (Youth), and County Badger President, representing Leicestershire and Rutland Badgers at events across the county over the coming year.

If you’re aged between 5 and 10 years and would like to join our Badgers, then why not contact us for more information.