Rugby World Cup 2011 kicks off with a little help from DHL, as one young boy’s dreams are made…
Teenager Elliot Webster was the envy of Rugby fans around the world last Friday when he was given the once-in-a-lifetime chance to present the match ball for the opening match of Rugby World Cup 2011.
Elliot, from Shepperton in Surrey, was handed the honour of delivering the match ball for the New Zealand vs Tonga fixture after being specially selected from thousands of youngsters around the world by DHL, the Official Logistics Partner of Rugby World Cup 2011.
We asked employees to nominate inspiring young people for the chance to be part of this historic sporting occasion. Elliot’s mother put him forward for all the incredible work he had done in caring for his father, who very sadly passed away 18 months ago, after he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Diseases.
Speaking to us before heading out to New Zealand, Elliot, a massive Rugby fan, captain of his school rugby team and regular winger at Esher Rugby Club, was giddy with excitement at the prospect of handing over the match ball. “It still hasn’t sunk in if I’m honest. The whole experience will be amazing – something I’ll never forget. I’m obviously an England fan, but getting the chance to meet the All Blacks – especially Dan Carter – will be fantastic,” he said.
Phil Couchman, CEO of DHL Express UK & Ireland said DHL were thrilled to make Elliot’s dream come true: “We were delighted to give Elliot this opportunity. It’s an experience he will hopefully remember and cherish for the rest of his life.”
DHL is the Official Logistics Partner of Rugby World Cup 2011 – delivering Rugby to the world…