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Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Inspired teen's dream run along length of UK
A teenager has started his attempt to run the length of the UK to raise money for a mental health charity. Marcus, known to his tens of thousands of social media followers as The Hull Boy, set off on his 840-mile (1,350km) journey from Land's End to John O'Groats on Tuesday. The 17-year-old started to run one mile a day a year ago, before taking part in his first marathon in September, accompanied by his friend Russ Cook - known as Hardest Geezer - who made global headlines after running along the length of Africa. Marcus, who lives with his parents in Malton, North Yorkshire, said: "I'm loving every minute of it. I like being outdoors." However, Marcus admitted the challenge was proving tough, both physically and mentally, with hills sapping his energy. Marcus previously said he had suffered with mental health challenges so enjoying the outdoors while raising money for the Mind mental health charity was important to him. "I genuinely believe anyone can achieve anything if they put their mind to it," he said. Marcus revealed he was inspired to attempt his latest challenge after being asked by Mr Cook what he wanted to achieve in life. The teenager, who hopes the run will raise £20,000 for Mind, said he replied that it was his "dream" to run the length of the UK. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Teen's charity run finale with The Hardest Geezer Teenager's 'best day' with The Hardest Geezer Hardest Geezer: Runner completes Africa challenge Mind
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Inspired teen's dream run along length of UK
A teenager has started his attempt to run the length of the UK to raise money for a mental health charity. Marcus, known to his tens of thousands of social media followers as The Hull Boy, set off on his 840-mile (1,350km) journey from Land's End to John O'Groats on Tuesday. The 17-year-old started to run one mile a day a year ago, before taking part in his first marathon in September, accompanied by his friend Russ Cook - known as Hardest Geezer - who made global headlines after running along the length of Africa. Marcus, who lives with his parents in Malton, North Yorkshire, said: "I'm loving every minute of it. I like being outdoors." However, Marcus admitted the challenge was proving tough, both physically and mentally, with hills sapping his energy. Marcus previously said he had suffered with mental health challenges so enjoying the outdoors while raising money for the Mind mental health charity was important to him. "I genuinely believe anyone can achieve anything if they put their mind to it," he said. Marcus revealed he was inspired to attempt his latest challenge after being asked by Mr Cook what he wanted to achieve in life. The teenager, who hopes the run will raise £20,000 for Mind, said he replied that it was his "dream" to run the length of the UK. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Teen's charity run finale with The Hardest Geezer Teenager's 'best day' with The Hardest Geezer Hardest Geezer: Runner completes Africa challenge Mind
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Rugby club backs drive on men's mental health
A rugby club has raised thousands of pounds to fund mental health support for men. Driffield RUFC has teamed up with Hull and East Yorkshire Mind for a second year after donating nearly £10,000. It follows the death of Ollie Robinson-Booth, who worked at the club and took his own life aged 21. Simon Hornby, the club chairman, said: "When Ollie passed away in 2023, the club really pulled together to try and make a difference and raise as much money as possible to go towards this fantastic charity." Driffield RUFC has been working with the charity for over a year. The club has hosted charity match days and festivals, while more than 30 members raised almost £3,500 by taking part in the Movember challenge. Mr Hornby said: "If the money we have raised can help at least one person, we have reached our own goal." Marie-Louise Robinson, a community fundraiser at Hull and East Yorkshire Mind, said the charity was "deeply moved" by the club's contributions. "Their efforts not only raised an incredible amount of money but also sent a powerful message about the importance of mental health and supporting one another," she added. "Ollie's story is a heart-breaking reminder of why this work is so important and the way the club and community have rallied together in his memory is truly inspiring." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Rugby pitch marathon challenge for friend with MND Teen taking inspiration from Hull City coach Teen's charity run finale with The Hardest Geezer Hull and East Yorkshire Mind Driffield Rugby Club
