Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard tried out wheelchair football during a recent visit to the Croxteth Sports Centre in Liverpool.

The USA international received tips from members of Everton in the Community's Medicash-powered wheelchair team and also went in goal for a brief game.

"I've really enjoyed myself," Howard told the club's official website. "The guys were great with me and were really helping me along as it was my first time in a motorised wheelchair. They were giving me tips and encouragement when it came to dribbling, passing and shooting. It was a good time.

"There are a lot of talented players in this team and it goes to show that practice makes perfect and hopefully they'll have me back so I can slowly but surely perfect my skills."

In the Premier League, Everton are currently 12th in the table, with five games left to play.

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Danielle Joynson