AFTER reading in The Press the story of footie-mad Charlotte Leighton, who received appalling injuries in a road accident recently (Charlotte's Sven letter delight, April 28), may I take this opportunity to say that I admire the strength, determination, courage and willpower of this little girl.

To see her happy, smiling face in The Press is a welcoming sight and I wish to pass on my best wishes and good luck to her in her recovery and with the rest of her life.

Terry Smith,

Fourth Avenue,

Heworth,

York.

Updated: 09:55 Wednesday, May 03, 2006