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It was a pleasure to show a visitor from the USA around the Clubhouse today (Monday16th September) with the particular focus  on our Museum of Sporting Memorabilia.

Paul Roberts' grandfather emigrated from North Wales to America back in the day, and settled in Minnesota in the Upper Midwestern region of the United States.

Paul was born & bred in the new Country but is proud of his Welsh roots. He is retired from his IT business and during his carreer, he had worked for some of the largest technology Companies in the World.

In 1979, Paul was educated at Trinity College Teacher Training College in the 'Old Borough' and he fondly recalled his visit to the old Athletic Clubhouse in Friars Park during that time. He was amazed at how large the collection had grown during the last fifty years and he praised the quality of the items on display.

After visiting Wales on a few occasions, he has taken delight in walking the Wales Coastal Path. He is heading West to Pembrokeshire to continue his quest to complete the entire walk. Enjoy your visit Paul and we hope that you are blessed with good weather during your adventure.

Pictured opposite: Museum Curator Wynne Jones welcomes Paul Roberts (left)  to the Club.