Record number of runners to hit the streets for The PFC Trust at Great North Run
A dedicated 20-strong team of runners is gearing up to take on the biggest half marathon in the world this Sunday, September 13, to raise crucial funds for The PFC Trust.
Over the last few months, the group has been hammering the streets in preparation for the gruelling 13.1-mile challenge.
This weekend they will proudly debut brand-new running vests designed specifically for the occasion, uniting to make a big difference for their chosen charities.
This year marks a significant milestone for The PFC Trust.
Now in its fifth year of fielding participants for the Great North Run, the charity is sending its largest team ever to the starting line.
The PFC Trust’s chair Jen Beveridge will be joined by Shaun Hope, Max Creasey, Olly Walker, Samara Cartwright, Bobby Cartwright, Seth Anderson, Ben Newbigin, Tom Leighton, Paul Hewitson, Matt Atkinson, Adam Brooks, Joseph Fraser, Keith Hutchinson, Andrew Cavendish, Neil Brooks, James Nicolle, Jemma Nicolle, Ben Wright and James Guttridge.
The world famous route will see the group heading up to Newcastle to start the showpiece, navigating the crowds and challenging inclines before finally crossing the finish line in South Shields.
For many of the participants the physical toll of training has been a completely new experience.
Jen Beveridge said: “I have never done anything quite like this before, and I have worked incredibly hard just to get to this point. I ran 21km on Sunday to consolidate the distance and I am now hoping for a good run.
“I am definitely feeling a mix of excitement and nerves ahead of the big day, but it is absolutely fantastic that so many people are coming together to run for such an important cause.
"Hopefully all our runners will have a great day and I am very proud so many of us are running for The PFC Trust."
The Great North Run will serve as the spectacular grand finale to the charity’s “UchangeLives” fundraising week.
The week-long campaign has rallied the community through a variety of engaging events, including a highly successful third charity golf day at Seaton Carew and several other local challenges.
The festivities officially kicked off last Sunday with a splash, when PFC Trust founder Frances Connolly was thoroughly soaked taking part in the Ice Bucket Challenge at Middlesbrough Veldrome.
Every step taken and pound raised this weekend will go directly toward supporting individuals and community projects.
Kelly Brooks, operations manager at The PFC Trust, said: “It is so great to see so many people coming out to support the charity.
“The impact that this fundraising will have on improving the lives and life chances of people in Hartlepool is incredible. It allows us to continue our vital work and reach those who need it most.”
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