West Ham United supporters turned out in force for the Club’s Open Training session at the Boleyn Ground on Tuesday morning.
Fans young and old took advantage of the glorious spring weather to watch their heroes train on the hallowed turf, as Big Sam put his squad through their paces ahead of the weekend’s home meeting with Stoke City.
After a warm-up, the first team squad went through a shooting drill and game-based exercises before ending with strength work.
Several young competition winners then got the chance of a lifetime to take a penalty against Adrian in front of a Boleyn Ground crowd!
Following the training session, the players spent time signing autographs and posing for photographs and Mark Noble was delighted to meet the supporters.
He said: “It’s always nice to see the fans and with the sun like this, it’s great to see so many turn out to come and watch us.
“It’s the Easter Holidays and that’s what the kids want to do – to come along and meet their heroes. It’s a pleasure to walk along and sign the autographs.
“A lot of the kids don’t get the chance to meet the players often, so coming down here and having photos is a great day.
“I remember when I was a kid, meeting players was a fantastic occasion and that’s why it’s nice to stay out all day and sign every autograph.”
Hammers skipper Kevin Nolan and Joey O’Brien were also on hand to assist with the Junior Hammers’ Graduation ceremony, where young supporters were presented with certificates to mark their support of the Club.