Club Statement from Youth and Junior Chairman, John Davenport, and Junior Secretary, Ruth Fouracre.

Wigan St Judes are devastated to hear that one of our u13s maroons players, Josh Mawdsley, has been diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumour.
It is a very rare tumour in a very difficult place and it's likely that Josh could also lose his eye.
Josh is now facing 6 to 8 weeks of chemotherapy before surgery to remove the tumour and he will then need reconstructive surgery to fix the damage to his skull.
The likelihood of him ever taking to the field again is extremely slim but this is a small price to pay as long as he is safe, healthy and cancer free.
It's about the worst news on every front for this brave young man but in times of desperation we must maintain hope and belief that all will come good again.
Neil Birch who has coached Josh since Newbies describes Josh as a hugely talented forward, a great friend and team mate and a wonderful human being.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Josh and his family at this difficult time but we know Josh will not be beaten and will fight his way back to full health!
Let's raise some money for the family and show him that the Rugby League community are with him all the way. We will need your help!

We are all behind you Josh.

John, Ruth and all of the Wigan St Judes Committee, staff, coaching staff, players and parents.
#WarriorJosh #JudesFamily