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Rocketing success... Gavin Thompson, 13, shows off the starblaster spaceship he invented
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Rocketing success... Gavin Thompson, 13, shows off the starblaster spaceship he invented
Rocketing success... Gavin Thompson, 13, shows off the starblaster spaceship he invented that is now in toy shops all over the country. They have been so popular in Huddersfield that Woolworths has had to order more for the Christmas rush. Gavin, of New Hey Road, Oakes, won a BBC contest to design a new toy. Now Bluebird Toys, who had the manufacturing rights to the winners invention, has brought it out. 19th November 1990
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Huddersfield Examiner Archive
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Media ID 21736542
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In this photo print, we witness the remarkable achievement of young Gavin Thompson, a 13-year-old prodigy who has taken the toy industry by storm. Proudly displaying his brainchild, the starblaster spaceship, Gavin's face radiates with sheer joy and accomplishment. This ingenious invention has garnered such immense popularity in Huddersfield that even retail giant Woolworths had to place additional orders to meet the soaring demand during the upcoming Christmas season. Gavin's journey towards rocketing success began when he emerged victorious in a prestigious BBC contest aimed at discovering fresh talent in toy design. With his exceptional creativity and unwavering determination, he managed to secure Bluebird Toys as their manufacturing partner for his groundbreaking creation. Now, children all over the country can indulge their imaginations and embark on thrilling intergalactic adventures with Gavin's starblaster spaceship. This heartwarming snapshot encapsulates not only Gavin's triumph but also serves as an inspiration for countless aspiring inventors worldwide. It reminds us that age is no barrier to innovation and underscores the power of nurturing young minds brimming with untapped potential. As we delve into this nostalgic image from November 19th, 1990 – a testament to both technological progress and childhood dreams – let us celebrate Gavin Thompson's extraordinary accomplishment while cherishing our own memories of toys that ignited our imagination during those cherished years of wonderment in the '90s.
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