Luke's running challenge in memory of his dear friend Rodge

After loosing his dear friend, Rodge to a cardiac arrest last September, Luke is set to run the Sheffield Mutual Sheffield 10K in his memory but also raise money for the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young. 

"Last year the world lost the most kind, caring, and thoughtful man, far too soon. Rodge, loved by everyone fortunate enough to cross paths with him, sadly passed away taking part in a half marathon. 

"We’re running in his memory to raise funds for C-R-Y, Cardiac Risk in Young. It’s a charity close to the heart of his family and, one that does incredible work, helping to identify otherwise undiagnosed conditions. It’s not until something so tragic happens that you realise just how prevalent unidentified, underlying health issues are. Hopefully, with the help and, support of others, we can highlight the importance of cardiac screening and, help raise awareness of these conditions. 

"With your donation, CRY can reduce the frequency of young sudden cardiac death (YSCD) by working with cardiologists and family doctors to establish good practice and appropriate screening facilities to promote and protect the cardiac health of our young.

"By supporting CRY you will help save young lives from these potentially fatal cardiac conditions.

"Any donations will be greatly appreciated."

Good luck Luke, we can't wait to cheer you across the finish line! 

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Entries are still open for the Sheffield Mutual Sheffield 10K taking place on Sunday 29th September. For more information and to enter click here