Jac was responding to a request from his Ospreys sponsor, Swansea-based haulage firm A T Morgan and Son, to help hand out Christmas selection boxes on the hospital’s children’s wards.
Helen Morgan, wife of the firm’s founder, Stephen, explained the reason behind their generous gifts:
“We are really thrilled to be doing this. Due to unfortunate circumstances Stephen lost his daughter, my stepdaughter, aged 12, to a brain tumour.
“After four and a half years of battling, visiting and living in hospitals, we are now at the stage where we can start giving back into to the children’s ward.
“Bringing Jac round with selection boxes and seeing their faces light up is just fantastic. We are so pleased to be doing it.”
The Wales captain was also glad to be doing his bit for a good cause.
“It was good to visit the children and give them their selection boxes. It’s great to see them smiling and enjoying. It’s been a brilliant day,” enthused Jac.
Lisa Morgan, play coordinator at Morriston Hospital, also commenting on the day was full of praise for the support provided:
“We would really like to extend our thanks to Jac Morgan and all at A T Morgan and Son, and for their continued support, taking the time to visit us to give out selection boxes to the youngsters on the Children’s wards.
“It was amazing to see how many children’s faces lit up with a smile and excitement when Jac entered the room, we had some avid fans of his so this visit was extra special. They were so pleased to have their picture taken with him and his signature.
“It was lovely seeing Jac chatting to all the children and especially the dads about rugby. He certainly brightened up the day for all the children in what can be such a clinical environment.
“Thank you from everyone on the children’s wards.”
Cathy Stevens, community support officer for the health board’s charity, added:
“The charity would like to thank A T Morgan and Son once again for their amazing fundraising efforts and generous gifts to the children.
“Also, thank you to Jac for taking time out of his busy schedule to spend time with our patients and staff.
“It was lovely to see so many smiling faces having photos and autographs.”
[Lead image: Ella-Rae Grace, aged 8, receives her gift from Jac. Swansea Bay University Health Board]
