I think this highlights the difference between rugby players and their elitist wendyball brethern; in my experience the rugby boys are very much down-to-earth people who recognise the value of the fans' support. I have spoken to a fair few players over the past couple of years and found them to be courteous, friendly and receptive to fans' thoughts.
On the other hand I've met a couple of lower league footballers and found them to be aloof to the point of rude. They certainly appear to think they're the 'Big I Am'.
I'm glad Pat did what he did, it shows that a moment of thought and time from a professional sportsman can make a young kids day.
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