Mousehole AFC’s first-team players and coaches are teaming up with the Cornish Pirates this November to raise funds for mental health charity, Man Down.

The campaign kicks off with a cross-sport penalty shootout challenge: Mousehole’s footballers will take aim at the rugby posts, while Pirates players try to score past Mousehole’s goalie. Plus, players and staff from both teams are growing out their ‘staches to show their support and raise funds.

The grand finale features special events at both clubs’ final games of the month. On Friday, November 29th, catch a pop-up barber at Mennaye Field during the Pirates’ game against Chinnor. He’ll be back the next day at Trungle for Mousehole’s showdown with Didcot, hopefully with a few Pirates in tow!

Mousehole AFC Assistant Coach Charlie Davis is organising the campaign in conjunction with Ross Hancock of the Pirates. Charlie said: “I think it’s probably safe to say that in the past football clubs in general, and definitely Mousehole, have not participated in such an event. So it’s something new for everyone. We’re really thankful that the guys from the PIrtes and Man Down reached out to us. We’ve had experience here of mental health issues affecting members of the club. And I’m sure everybody can relate to brushes with mental health problems, in particular, with with with men in mind. So yes – we’re really thankful. It’s raised awareness, which is awesome”.

Join the cause by signing up here: https://movember.com/t/cornish-pirates-x-mousehole-afc?mc=1 or scan the QR Code below

Charlie reminded everyone that every contribution really can help make a difference – and to look after your own mental health in the process. “I would just ask everyone if they can get involved, if you can donate a small amount, share things on social media, and most importantly – talk about anything that you that you need to talk about”

Finally – spare a thought for assistant kitman Joe Irwin whose phone didn’t recognize him after he shaved off his beard!