Kevin Painter and Keith Deller are taking part in the fourth annual Town Legends of Darts event to raise funds for the Academy Association on Tuesday 7th February at Greshams Sport and Social Club in Tuddenham Road (7pm).
The evening, which will be hosted by Russ Bray, will include a darts exhibition match featuring 1983 World Champion and ex-Blues ballboy Deller and 2004 World finalist and Sir Bobby Robson Stand season ticket holder Painter, while current and former Town players will join them on the oche.
Tickets to the event, which is again being sponsored by Evolve Financial Solutions, are £20 each (including Guinness pie and chips) with VIP places £50 per head. To buy your tickets and for more information, visit ITFC Direct.What to read next:
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