Sarah Smith, Link Group’s communities director and CEO of LinkLiving, a trauma-informed Scottish health and wellbeing charity, received the jersey at Bathgate Thistle’s game against Armadale Thistle on Saturday, April 29.

She said: “I was honoured to receive a framed shirt from Bathgate Thistle FC. One of Link’s aims is to build communities as well as homes and a way in which we do this is by supporting local groups to help community spirit thrive.

“I am all too aware in my role as CEO of LinkLiving of the positive role sport plays in boosting mental health and wellbeing. I am proud of the support Link has given to Bathgate Thistle FC and look forward to this partnership flourishing. I would also like to wish them the best of luck for the rest of this season.”

Robert Napier Bathgate Thistle FC secretary, added: “It was an honour and privilege for us to host representatives from Link Group at our game on Saturday, 29 April, and we hope they enjoyed their day.

“Everyone associated with Bathgate Thistle FC would like to thank Link Group for their continued sponsorship of the Club as this is vital for us in trying to run, promote and strengthen the Club.

“We are delighted to engage in a partnership with such a prestigious and well-regarded organisation and we both share the same vision of providing sporting and volunteering opportunities as well as having a positive impact on the whole community.

“We look forward to strengthening ties further with Link Group and engaging on further initiatives and events. Finally, we invite everyone to come along and see us at Creamery Park.”