A Jarrow teenager has received a prestigious Blue Peter badge.

Luke Hedley BCyA was awarded a gold Blue Peter Badge during a surprise ceremony at the Newcastle Eagles basketball game on Friday, January 23.

The teenager, who received the British Citizen Youth Award (BCyA) in October, has awarded the prestigious badge for dedication to charity and community service.

Newcastle Eagles captain Darius Defoe presenting Luke Hedley with his prestigious gold Blue Peter badge. | Gary Forster

placeholder image — Newcastle Eagles captain Darius Defoe presenting Luke Hedley with his prestigious gold Blue Peter badge. | Gary Forster

Using a 3D printer to create safety whistles, Luke managed to raise more than £2,000 for the Northumberland National Park Mountain Rescue Team.

He also helped Tyne and Wear Fire Service (TWFRS) crews in South Shields with a Christmas toy appeal for local underprivileged children.

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Luke was invited to be Newcastle Eagles captain Darius Defoe’s mascot and after the team introductions, Darius presented Luke with his Blue Peter badge at centre court.

The teenager was further honoured with a signed basketball and granted VIP access to meet the Newcastle Eagles players and head coach, Marc Steutel.

Luke's prestigious gold Blue Peter badge. | Other 3rd Party

The team signed Luke’s South Tyneside Basketball Club jersey and coach Steutel branded Luke’s work as “truly amazing”.

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