The Challenge
Gavin McAteer, with the aid of his two man support team, will run the entire length of Ireland solo, starting in Mizen, the most northerly point and finishing in Malin, the most southerly point of Ireland.
Gavin aims to complete the 360 mile challenge in just 6 days, covering a whopping 60/70 miles per day. He’ll be joined by John O’Brien, who plans to complete the challenge cycling in just two days!
The why
Gavin and John are inspired by the wonderful Niall O’Doherty, who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and his parents Deborah and Kevin.
This amazing family, and their incredibly supportive and powerful community, have not only increased awareness of Duchenne muscular dystrophy but also raised in excess of £50,000.
I started fundraising one year after Niall was diagnosed and have continued the last 14 years. It keeps me focused, and I feel that I’m helping Niall and other children affected with DMD knowing that all monies raised will go into research in the hope that someday soon a cure will be found for our boys. Fundraising has become a huge part of my life.
Deborah O’Doherty, Duchenne Mum
They’re truly a remarkable family and a much loved part of the Action Duchenne family.
Gavin is a keen runner and has dreamt for years about completing this challenge. In the early hours of Monday 6th September, he’ll take his first steps…
Check out Gavin’s fundraising page here and John’s fundraising page here
Action Duchenne’s chance to win £1,000
