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Pete shows his charitable side

From the The Bolton News, first published Tuesday 22nd May 2007.

ROCK and roll casualty Pete Doherty showed his sporty side at the Sport Six football game, held to support the Samaritans.

Pete led his Babyshambles team to victory in the match, which was held at West Ham FC.

He was cheered on by his girlfriend, supoermodel Kate Moss.

Razorlight, Goldie Lookin' Chain, Dave Spikey, Caprice and Coronation Street stars also played, alongside professional footballers Lee Sharp, Ian Ruch, Neville Southall, Gazza and Mickey Thomas.

Kate Redway from the Samaritans said: "Suicide is still the leading cause of death for men under 35 and it is vital that young men know that there is always somewhere to turn when they are feeling low.

"Soccer Six is the perfect means of reaching a target group and raising awareness that Samaritans is available 24 hours a day for completely confidential emotional support.

"We don't judge and we are there for everything from relationship breakdowns and financial worries to health problems and work stress.

"Don't wait until problems escalate, get in touch with us today."

Samaritans is Soccer Six's charity of the year for the third year running and ticket sales and celebrity donations will be donated to the charity to ensure that Samaritans remains available 24 hours a day to support anyone in emotional distress.

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