ONE of the best darts players in the world will be raising funds for a school's special needs unit – thanks to the efforts of a darts-mad teaching assistant.
Adrian Lewis, who currently ranks at world number five on the Professional Darts Corporation championship, is taking his tour to a special fundraising night being held at the Grampian Club in Corby on Wednesday, April 25.
The event has been organised by county darts player Shellie Ruthven, 29, who is aiming to hit big cash numbers for the designated special provision unit based at Beanfield Primary School, where she has worked as a teaching assistant for the last five years.
The player from Gainsborough Road, Corby, said: "Money is always needed for more equipment at the school and we are hoping to raise £1,300 for a specially-adapted bike for the pupils.
"I have been to a lot of these darts charity nights and they do raise a lot of money, so I thought it would be a good idea.
"This way I am combining something that I love with helping provide equipment for the job I love."
Miss Ruthven, who is one of 12 women in the 36-member Northamptonshire darts team, has been playing darts for the past 12 years.
The event, which is being held in the main hall of the social club on Patrick Road, will include an exhibition from the top ranking player as well as raffles. Audience members will have the chance to try and outplay the professional. Miss Ruthven said: "It is going to be a great night and is not just for darts enthusiasts – it will have something for everyone."
The Grampian Club has donated use of its hall free of charge. All proceeds from the night will be going to the school. Tickets for the event cost £5 and can be bought by calling 01536 744811 or 07901 840262.
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