Support for a kid with cancer

[Bird]

Just got an email from my sons footy club and I'm pretty proud of them and the 15's...

Long story short, they are going to do a 24 hour charity run to support a young kid from out west who is battling cancer. Its been wet, FREEZIN' and foggy as hell round here lately, and 1 degree at night so its a big effort from a bunch of young blokes for a stranger they will probably never meet.

The poor kid who has cancer - his name is Tyler Fishlock, and most would have heard his story already on the TV etc.

Here's a bit about him.

The brave 11-year-old is fighting cancer again, seven years after losing his eyes to the disease.
He suffered a knock to his right eye at school last month, and mum Georgette became concerned his prosthetic eye was not sitting properly.

Tests at The Royal Children's Hospital revealed his cancer was back. Ms Fishlock said Tyler was with her when they got the news and took it bravely.
"He didn't cry, he just turned around and said, 'Am I going to die this time?', which just kills me," she said.

Tyler has had surgery at The Royal Children's Hospital and is undergoing treatment.
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/west/caroline-springs-community-rallies-around-tyler-fishlock-and-his-family/story-fngnvmj7-1226630212813

Info on the Fundraiser
- Tyler Fishlock

The Under 15 Blues are participating in a Ritchies IGA / Proudly Frankston Initiative.  The project they have chosen is to have a 24 hour run-a-thon to raise funds for Tyler's medical expenses.

Got to our website (www.langyjfc.com) for more information on the initiative and Tyler's story.
We are acutely aware of how blessed we are to enjoy each other's mateship & camaraderie on the football field each week something Tyler will never experience.

The team will run continuously in relay format for 24 hours to raise as much money as possible to offset Tyler's families medical costs in his brave battle against cancer.

We encourage everyone involved with the club to support the under 15 Blues team by donating and/or going to Lloyd Park to encourage the team as they strive to complete 240km in the 24 hours.

All funds raised, including if the team win the money from the Proudly Frankston Initiative, will go to Tyler and his family.

Date: 4th July to 5th July
Time: 5:00pm
Where: Oval 2, Lloyd Park, Langwarrin

Payment Options
Should you wish to make a donation, payment options are as follows:
Cash, Credit Card, ETPOS or EFT

Details are as follows:

Account Name:  Langwarrin Junior Football Club
BSB: 633108 (Bendigo Bank)
Account #: 108887621
Description: Tyler Fishlock

I'm in for $200.

I hope the mods don't have an issue with this post, just kills me hearing this sort of **** happening to kids

[Black Diamond]

Great initiative
Ill head down there after work on Thursday to hand some cash over and give our support
Well done lads

John

[Barry G]

I have heard about this young kid on Radio SEN.  So damn unfair.  I agree Lost, you can be proud of you boy and his team, a great thing to do.

[Bird]

Great initiative
Ill head down there after work on Thursday to hand some cash over and give our support
Well done lads

John

yea, I'm going to pop in, and going to try if it aint peaceing with rain do a middle of the night run down there to support em....
Great cause... Then the boys backup and play this weekend.

[Black Diamond]

Just been down there and gave our donation and support. The boys have run nearly 70kms and raised 14k so far. Top effort all round. The coach was saying Tyler's father was down there earlier and was pretty overwhelmed. Our heart goes out to the family.
Pretty tuff conditions out there, blowing a gale and very cold but the lads are braving it for a good cause and will be going through the night.

Well done so far to all

BD

[Bird]