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Whizz-Kidz take on fun run
challenge
05.09.12
THE countdown is on for
the Waterside Half Marathon this Sunday and none are
training harder than the Whizz-Kidz Derry
Ambassadors Club.
The Whizz-Kids charity supports disabled children
and young people, providing the equipment, support
and advice they need to join in the fun, maintain
their independence, and get the most out of life.
The charity has assisted nearly 13,000 disabled
children since 1990, and this Sunday some of the
local members will be lining up with the walkers and
runners as they take on the 2km Fun Run taking place
at Gransha grounds. |
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Kaitlin Hamilton (left) and Shannon
Strouts-McCallion, who are taking part in the
Waterside Half Marathon Fun run at the weekend, on
behalf of the Whizz-Kids Ambassadors charity. |
Among them will be
15-year-old Shannon Strouts McCallion, who is
looking forward to the challenge and raising
much-needed funds for the local branch.
"I'm really looking forward to it, as it's a great
way to raise awareness about the Whizz Kidz charity
and all the work we're doing," she explained. "I've
been in Whizz Kidz for two years now and I really
love it. I've made loads of new friends and the club
really helps us to gain our independence and gives
me the confidence to do lots more things on my own.
"Everybody's really friendly and we get the chance
to play games and have fun, as well as talk and
share our experiences. Sunday will be a great
opportunity to meet up with some of my friends and
show people what we're all about."
The Ambassador’s Club in the city runs once a month,
and according to the charity’s regional fundraiser,
Kelly Shaw, the most important aspect of the club is
the emphasis on letting the children take the lead.
“Whizz-Kidz is a great charity and it’s fantastic
that the young people from our local Ambassador club
are taking part in the Waterside Fun Run to promote
their club," she said.
There will be a whole host of events for families to
join in the fun at the Gransha Grounds on the
morning of the race between 10.30am and 1pm, with
the main race starting at 10.30am and the 2km fun
run leaving at 10.45am. To find out more about
Derry's Ambassador Club please call Kelly Shaw on
0489086 7692. |
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