Local fundraiser, Liam Foster, is due to take on his toughest challenge to date for the MND Association.
On Friday 20th February, Liam Foster, 35, is aiming to cycle the distance between Hull KR’s Sewell Group Craven Park Stadium and the Hill Dickinson Stadium (Liverpool) which plays host to this year’s Magic Weekend. The 130-mile challenge is due to take Liam approximately ten gruelling hours.
Liam’s continued efforts for the MND Association are inspired by his friend, Craig Eskrett, who is living with the life-limiting condition. His previous fundraisers have all held a link with the current Super League Champions, Hull Kingston Rovers; of whom Craig is a renowned superfan. Liam’s previous endurance challenge was a 100-lap-marathon of the team’s stadium which was kindly supported by the treble-winning, Rugby League side. He was joined by players, staff and supporters for the challenge.
Due to the unpredictability of weather conditions at this time of year, Liam has opted to take on this challenge, virtually, from his local gym, David Lloyd Clubs (Hull): “The club has always been a great supporter of my fundraising challenges for Craig and the MND Association, so I’m excited to be back here for this one” Liam shared. “There’ll be the opportunity for gym members to join me throughout the day. This will definitely help break-up the duration of the challenge but will also allow for me to share my fundraising story and the importance of supporting families living with MND.”
Craig Eskrett, of East Hull, who is living with Motor Neurone Disease, spoke about the number of events which have been recently organised by the local community: “The response has been overwhelming and I’m incredibly honoured by the support shown in raising awareness and vital funds for the research and studies.
“My family and I just want to say a massive thank you. It helps us to stay positive and motivated, raising awareness in the hope of finding a cure. We can’t thank the community enough and it’s something we really appreciate.”
The MND Association is the only national charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland focused on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND.
MND is a fatal, rapidly progressing disease which affects the brain and spinal cord. It attacks the nerves that control movement and eventually leaves people unable to move, communicate or breathe. It kills a third of people within a year of diagnosis and half within two years. There is currently no cure.
Liam’s challenge is due to start at 7:30am on Friday 20th February, at David Lloyd Clubs (Hull). You will be able to follow his progress throughout the day on David Lloyd Clubs’ social media and on Liam’s JustGiving page.
To find out more about Liam’s fundraiser and to donate, please visit www.justgiving.com/page/hull-to-liverpool