Hi there! I’m organising a charity netball tournament to support two incredible charities close to my heart: The UK Sepsis Trust and Sepsis Research FEAT. Sepsis affects 245,000 people in the UK every year and is responsible for the deaths of more people than breast, bowel and prostate cancer combined.

In September 2024, I became critically ill when a simple throat infection turned septic, causing me to be placed in a ventilated coma and spend a total of three weeks in intensive care and HDU. I am incredibly lucky to be here today, and as a frequent player in the Go Mammoth Balham leagues this experience was a shocking reminder of how quickly sepsis can affect anyone no matter how young, fit or healthy you are.

I have chosen to split the money raised equally between The UK Sepsis Trust and Sepsis Research FEAT. UK Sepsis trust provides vital support work, Public Awareness, Educating Health Professionals & helps people adjust to life after sepsis through accessing their Support Group network. They also lobby government to support our cause and makes vital changes in areas such as the NHS.

Your support can make a difference in understanding sepsis better and ultimately saving lives. Together, we can turn awareness into action!