CHILDREN got the chance to take penalty shots against Darlington Football Club's mascot Mr Q as part of a footballing skills course they attended.
The youngsters, aged seven to 11, from Heathfield Primary School, Darlington, have been taking part in the Football in the Community scheme.
At the end of the eight-week course, they took five penalties each against Mr Q and collected sponsorship for their school and the Football in the Community scheme.
Children who raised more than £20 were given signed Darlington Football Club balls, and the pupil who collected most money won a signed shirt.
Keith McKenzie, PE co-ordinator at the school, said: "So far, ten-year-old Daniel Fleming has raised £235, so we expect he will win the shirt. The whole thing has been great. The kids have really enjoyed it."
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