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Stroke survivor throws down gauntlet to raise funds for FC United

Still recovering from a stroke that put him in hospital, Tom Stott, has entered the 18 October 5k Run, Walk or Crawl FC Minithon to inspire other members to get involved at http://fcumshop.co.uk/minithon.php and raise funds for the club.

FC United board member Tom will lead the charge for the club, and be joined by parents, teachers and pupils from our neighbours at St Mary’s Primary School who are looking to raise funds for school playground equipment. Tom says: “If I can get round Boggart Hole Clough for the club than I hope all those fitter than me will do their bit and join the fun. All our supporters can get behind this as, apart from helping towards ground improvements at Broadhurst Park, it is a real chance to show local families how we can work together, have healthy fun and help the community.???

Not to be outdone, the school’s headteacher, Paul Stephenson announced he would run the 5k along with several staff, parents and pupils as a chance to improve playing facilities for young people in what is one of the country’s most disadvantaged districts.

Their children and supporters’ children will be able to join in a special Boggart Hunt and win prizes, searching for the mysterious boggart creatures that inhabit the ancient woodlands.

At the after-run social in Broadhurst Park, prizes will also be awarded for best dressed individuals and branch, best headgear, first home, fastest juniors, fastest player, fastest man and dog etc.

So get registered now at http://fcumshop.co.uk/minithon.phpTo raise funds you can set up an online fundraising page at http://www.localgiving.com/fundraisers For tips on setting up your page and other fundraising, see http://www.fc-utd.co.uk/files/documents/m2015docs/Fundraising Tips 2015.docx

So get that sponsorship in and join us on the Stroll of Honour!

Volunteering Opportunity: If you want to assist in developing the Minithon or lending a hand on the day, please contact phil@philframpton.co.uk ASAP.

The sponsored 5k Run, Walk or Crawl Minithon will take place from 12 noon on Sunday 18 October. The event will begin and end with a circuit of the athletics’ track, enabling young and old to have their special “Chariots of Fire??? moment.






First Posted ~ 09:49 Mon 5 Oct 2015
News ID ~ 6417
Last Updated ~ 00:47 Tue 16 Feb 2021