Social housing firm backs young boy’s cancer battle with charity mission
An Electrician at Trent & Dove is embarking on the mission of a lifetime to raise money for a charity which is supporting a young footballer’s cancer battle.
Trent & Dove, understanding the importance of charity and its impact, is now supporting voids electrician Wayne Price (pictured) as he sets to raise more than £2,000 for Cyclists Fighting Cancer.
The charity donated a specialised bike to Oscar Sutton, aged 11, at a crucial time during his treatment for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia.
Now Wayne, who coaches Oscar as part of his junior football team Heather St John's u12s, near Coalville, is part of a six-strong team taking part in the Autumn 10k Wolf Run in September.
The team will tackle several obstacles, including wading through mud and water, crawling through cargo nets and pipes, managing a 100-foot waterslide and a bridge jump, scaling a 10-foot wall and much more.
Oscar’s bravery through his leukaemia battle has inspired Wayne and his team to power through the tough course to raise money for Cyclists Fighting Cancer, who, with their support, allowed Oscar to find a passion for playing football.
The charity helps children and young people living with cancer across the UK regain their physical fitness, improve mental wellness and reduce social isolation by giving them new lightweight bikes, specially adapted trikes, cycling equipment and support.
Wayne said: "Oscar has been fantastic since he joined our team, and his family has effortlessly integrated into our little Heather family. It only seemed natural to try and help this charity. And when Oscar’s dad, Ed Sutton, asked, it was a no-brainer."
Ed said: “In my opinion, this charity and the gift of a bicycle saved Oscar’s legs from the chemotherapy's lasting effects, allowing him to play the sport he now loves, football.
“You would not believe the generosity and the impact this charity has had on Oscar. When treatment was at its worst, consultants were discussing whether chemotherapy had to stop to save his legs from the side effects. This bike couldn’t have arrived at a more crucial time.”
Not only have they donated Oscar and his siblings’ bicycles throughout his treatment, but they have also helped over 9,500 families since 2005.
The 10k Wolf Run will take place on 14 September.
