Man City Welcome to Training Camp July 2022
“I WILL TAKE THAT FROM YOU!” says Greeters Guild Comedian, Troy Hawke.
As the Mac City squad and players arrive for training before flying to the USA for pre-season games, they are pranked by Greeters Guild Comedian, Troy Hawke, in this hilarious video clip.
Watch comedian Milo McCabe – play his flamboyant character, Troy Hawke!
Fun – football needs more fun. More smiles.
Less whinging and whining. Fun adds to the ‘Enjoyment’ of sport.
Enjoyment is one of the key ingredients of sportsmanship. See the HHHEFFR acronym below which lists the
key components of sportsmanship. See Smiling Helps You Win In Sport and in Life.
Key Components of Sportsmanship HHHEFFR
Most of the players seem to enjoy it, albeit feel a little strange. However they mostly warmed up and smiled, and overall, it created a good feeling, fun, banter and chat before their pre-season USA tour. ‘Known for paying bizarre compliments to passers-by at awards, events and numerous retail outlets, Hawke gave each member of the travelling team a quick pep talk to help get them in the mood for the tour. From Jack Grealish’s ‘fabulously symmetrical face’ to the ‘Nordic meat shield’ more commonly known as Erling Haaland, the players were pleased and confused by Hawke’s observations in equal measure!’ Man City News.
A series of studies shows the positive impact humour can have in the workplace as demonstrated in the Harvard Business Review 2018 article ‘The Benefits of Laughing in the Office‘ by Betty-Ann Heggie 16 Nov.
So remember – have fun with your sport.