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24-03-2025
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Friends raise money in honour of fan who died at game
TWO friends of a Didcot Town supporter who sadly passed away following a medical emergency during a home game have raised almost £2,000 for charity. Bob Worth suffered a heart attack while watching the Railwaymen against Willand Rovers earlier this month. The fixture in Southern League Division One South was stopped eight minutes before the break, with the players sent to the changing rooms and the game later abandoned. READ ALSO: Record crowd watches on as U's earn thrilling draw Worth died with Thames Valley Air Ambulance in attendance, and in honour of their late friend, both Steve Reader and Mark Wright took on the challenge of the Reading Half Marathon. The Railwaymen posted online: 'Didcot Town supporters Steve Reader and Mark Wright were both delighted to complete the Reading Half Marathon. 'Both found the run difficult, but they were both determined to cross the finish line at the Madejski Stadium in memory of Didcot Town supporter Bob Worth, who sadly died at the first team game at the start of this month, and raising money for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance in his honour. 'Well done from everyone at Didcot Town Football Club.' To donate, please visit:
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23-03-2025
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Thousands take to the streets for half marathon
About 7,500 runners are taking part in the Reading half marathon, according to the organisers. 18-year-old Team GB Biathle champion Carys Westcott officially started the Green Park Challenge fun run at 08:30 GMT, ahead of the main race. Road closures were put in place along the route from 07:00 and will be lifted later in the day. The 13.1-mile (21km) race route takes runners through Whitley, the centre of Reading and the university campus, before finishing at the Select Car Leasing Stadium. Matt Wise has previously run two half marathons and took part in the Green Park Challenge with his daughter Lyla, who said she had been training "hard" and wanted to complete the race in 20 minutes. "I have done cross country a few times and I'm part of a running club at school," she told the BBC. Mr Wise said: "It's really good conditions today for running. "Towards the end, you get a second wind when running the half marathon and the crowds of people cheering you on at the end definitely helps." Berkshire Healthcare Charity, which supports community mental health teams, has 15 people running in the half marathon to raise funds. Fundraising manager Jo Ramsey said: "One of our runners, Karen Jacobs, is running today and will be running the London half marathon for us so this is a practice run for her. "Hopefully, this will be a walk in the park." Sir John Madejski, at the half marathon start line to set the runners off, said it was "fantastic" to be back again and "kicking things off". He said: "It is a wonderful day for it, just perfect conditions, not too hot, not too cold, no wind or rain, just absolutely perfect. "I think everyone gets a thrill out of running the Reading half marathon, especially at the end when they come into the stadium with all the applause. "It's just fantastic, I think it's one of the best half marathons in the country due to that brilliant finishing line." The best thing about the race, he said, was that it "gets everybody outside into the fresh air, motivated and they get this feel good factor". Vicky Maunder from Reading charity Daisy's Dream has a stand near the finish line which she said was "full of lots of bananas, water and a good bags for when our runners come in". The charity provides support for children and young people who have been affected by bereavement. Ms Maunder said: "It is our first year partnering with Reading half marathon and really exciting. "This year, we have more than 20 runners, so it's amazing for us." You can follow BBC Berkshire on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram. GB athlete to start town's green challenge run Thousands compete in half marathon Reading Half Marathon
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05-03-2025
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Friends to raise money in honour of non-league fan who sadly passed away
TWO friends of a Didcot Town supporter who sadly passed away following a medical emergency during their recent home game are to pay tribute while raising money for charity. Bob Worth suffered a heart attack while watching the Railwaymen against Willand Rovers, and he died with Thames Valley Air Ambulance in attendance. The fixture in Southern League Division One South was stopped eight minutes before the break, with the players sent to the changing rooms and the game later abandoned with the visitors 2-0 in front. Steve Reader and Mark Wright are now raising money for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance by taking on the Reading Half Marathon in honour of their late friend. READ ALSO: Hoops put eight past university team as Town v Gown match returns The Railwaymen posted online: 'Didcot Town supporters and friends of Bob Worth are raising money for Thames Valley Air Ambulance by running the Reading Half Marathon later this month. 'Bob sadly passed away at Didcot's home game with Willand Rovers at the weekend and friends Steve Reader and Mark Wright have decided to raise funds for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance after they attended the Loop Meadow Stadium on Saturday. 'Both Steve and Mark were at the game on Saturday, and they will run the 13.1 miles around the streets of Reading on March 23 in memory of their friend. 'The pair see it as the ideal opportunity to pay tribute to Bob whilst raising funds for a very worthy charity. We wish both Steve and Mark all the best on their run and we will let you know how they do.' To donate, please visit:
