Hi

My name is Stu Nutting and I am a recreational athlete and a member of the Denby Dale Athletics Club (DDAC) and have recently joined the coaching team for the Junior section.  This role combined with the sense of community within the club have inspired the “12 Hours of Christmas” charity challenge.

 As a club we have supported the work of the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice through previous events and we feel that it is more important than ever to support their essential work now. 

Inspired by the 350 babies whose families the hospice has supported over the last few years, I will be running for 12 hours on 19th December 2020 around the village of Skelmanthorpe. It is hoped that by doing so, it will capture the imagination and support of our Junior athletes and that they will be able to join me for segments of the day (Government guidance permitting) logging their own miles. DDAC’s senior athletes will also be invited to get involved and log their challenge miles during the 12 hours to reach a club total of 350 miles. As a club we have supported the work of the Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice through previous events which we have been unable to do this year due to the pandemic and we passionately want to continue our support.

https://www.forgetmenotchild.co.uk/about-us/news/detail/2020/10/16/russell-house-turns-pink-and-blue-for-baby-loss-awareness-week

As a coaching team we really hope that this challenge will allow the Juniors to finish this difficult and challenging time on a positive high with an act of selfless giving in the festive period.

Please help us to support the incredible work of the Forget Me Not Hospice by giving generously and show your support for the athletes of DDAC.

Thank you x