Pupils at Engayne Primary School, in Upminster, were paid a visit from ex-West Ham player, Tony Cottee, on Monday.
The former footballer gave a talk to Severn Drive school pupils who have enjoyed unprecedented sporting success this year - particularly in cricket with both the girls and boys sides reaching the English National Finals.
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