Lincoln City supporter James Hunsley was treated to a goalkeeping masterclass with Lukas Jensen, Jordan Wright and coach Scott Fry.
James, who has Down's Syndrome, was named Fan of the Year in the summer and is the regular goalkeeper for the club's DS Active team who train and play on the 3G pitch at the LNER Stadium on Saturday mornings.
James was chosen by fellow supporters in the annual poll run by the Red Imps Community Trust and presented with the prize during pre-season. As part of the award he was invited to take part in a training session at the Soper of Lincoln Elite Performance Centre.
He is well-known by players and staff thanks to his unwavering support of the club - going out of his way to wish everyone luck before games and congratulate them afterwards.
As well as a tour of facilities, James joined Lukas and Jordan outside for a full session with Scott before completing a gym session mirroring what a goalkeeper would do.
Lukas said: "James is big fan and well-liked by all of us at the club, but he has a particular affinity with goalkeepers because he plays in that position.
"We know him from seeing him on matchdays but it was brilliant to get to chat properly and to see him in action - he's a really good keeper and it's no surprise that when he and the rest of the DS Active team went to play at Manchester City recently they won all their games.
"We really appreciate the support James and all the supporters show us on matchdays, being able to stop and say hello to everyone is something we really enjoy."
Claire Hunsley, James' mum, added: "James really enjoed his time at the Soper of Lincoln Elite Performance Centre. He sends his grateful thanks for the kindness shown to him by everyone."
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