The Challenge

In November 2021, the club lost our dear friend Neil Davies, who died from a rare adrenal carcinoma, aged just 50. He was an outstanding athlete, an incredible human being, father to two beautiful daughters and husband to Helen. In Neil’s memory, Llantwit Major Tennis club is undertaking a 24 hour tennis endurance challenge to raise funds in support of Marie Curie and Hope Rescue, two amazing charities that supported and cared for Neil and his family during his illness. To complete this challenge the participants are required to keep at least one court in continuous play for a 24 hour period – from midday on the 16th Sept to midday on the 17th Sept 2023.

The Charity

Marie Curie, a vitally important charity that provides practical expertise, care and compassionate support for people and families living with terminal illness. The doctors and palliative care nurses at Holm Towers, Penarth, gave exceptional support during the last 18 months of Neil’s life and to those close to him.

Thank you for taking the time to visit our Just Giving page and making a donation, however big or small. Neil’s death affected us all so deeply and we are so grateful for the support of the local community to help us make this event a reality and raise funds to help support families facing this terrible disease.