Sports Trophies From Staffordshire

Earlier this year Staffordshire Crystal, based in Brierley Hill, won a contract to supply the Nationwide trophy for the England versus Poland football match, held at Wembley in March. The company also produced the "man-of-the-match" trophy for England's last game against France. Business Link Dudley, part of Dudley Training and Enterprise Council, advised the glassmaker on a marketing strategy which has clearly paid off. The crystal company was formed by Mike Cartwright and John Green 10 years ago and specialises in bespoke crystal. Previous work has included the Ryder Cup trophy. (whole item)