WHILE they would normally be would be training, youngsters at Leigh United got involved in a different footballing challenge.

To raise spirits during the coronavirus pandemic, the juniors and coaching and other staff took part in the toilet roll keep up challenge. 

With football on hold and social distancing introduced due to the pandemic players, parents and coaches at the club ahve been challenged to post their attempts at toilet roll keepie uppies #stayathomechallenge

Club secretary Paul Chung said: "To lighten spirits during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown, Leigh United are doing a stay at home challenge by seeing how many kick-ups they can do with a toilet roll.

"Players and families have recorded their attempts and the club have created a fun video montage #stayathomechallenge"

Watch a montage of the club's efforts here: