Despite
shin splints, tendinosis and torn ligaments, debut runners complete course
A team of debut marathon
runners put together by Caffeine Limited’s business development manager Joe
Stockwell has raised an astonishing £23,605 (and rising) in aid of
MacMillan. The team took part in the
Amsterdam Marathon on October 9, running in memory of Joe’s mum’s best friend,
Lisi Brydon, who sadly lost her battle with cancer earlier this year.
“Everyone knows someone who
has had a brush with cancer,” says Joe.
“MacMillan is a wonderful charity doing fabulous work. It was an honour to run for Lisi – she was
the most caring, selfless, beautiful human being in the world. She was always there for us, and for anyone
who ever needed her. Her laughter was infectious and her attitude to life is
one we can all only hope for.”
With just a fortnight to go to
the run, the five-man team faced some serious injury issues. Joel had shin splints, Robbie tore ankle
ligaments, Joe suffered from extensor tendinosis, Jordy managed to get
concussion (don’t ask), and Matt underwent surgery!
“It was a tough challenge, but
nothing in comparison to what those battling cancer go through, that’s what kept
all the boys moving,” says Joe.
Lisi died before the team ran
the race, but she knew they had already raised £14k (from an original target of
£5k). “So many people who knew her have
been incredibly generous,” says Joe.
“I’m hoping we can top the £25k.
It will be a great tribute to a wonderful person.”
You can still contribute to
the fund by visiting gofund.me/1faf2fed
The picture shows, from left,
Joel Duffin, Joe Stockwell, Robbie Cameron, Matt Pangratiou, and Jordan
West. Two other members of the team also
work in the hospitality industry, Joel for VenueScanner and Jordan for Jubel
Beer.
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