The heptathlon is a track and field combined events contest made up of 7 events including 100m hurdles, high jump, shot putt, 200m, long jump and 800m. Lucy’s best events are the 100m hurdles with a personal best time of 13.72 and long jump with a personal best of 6.04m. In 2017 Lucy represented Great … Continued
“We are delighted to be sharing the fantastic news that Emma has been offered a place on the British Canoeing World Class Programme 2019. It has been an incredible year for Emma competing in both Marathon and Sprint canoeing in her final year as a junior kayaker. The support from the Rob George Foundation has … Continued
A big well done and even bigger thank you to Nathan and his family and friends for organising a 24-hour charity shoot to raise funds for the RGF. We’re reliably informed that they had great fun and in doing so raised an amazing £725. Nathan’s family told us: “We are so happy to give back … Continued
In September 2017 Amy was diagnosed with a brain tumour. As a consequence of her illness Amy struggled with her mobility, vision and speech. Earlier this year the RGF awarded Amy a grant for some Art Therapy sessions. Amy loved art and these sessions helped her, and her family, cope with her illness. Amy shared … Continued
Even when Dylan applied for his RGF grant it was clear that he had an amazingly supportive mum and grandma at his side. We recall being impressed at the time that Dylan still runs with his grandma on occasions. Dylan’s mum, Sarah, told us that as soon as Super Gran (Pam) heard that the RGF … Continued
Earlier this year the RGF supported Dylan to enable him to train and develop at one of the best basketball academies in the UK, the John Madejski Academy. So, imagine our pride and joy when we heard that Dylan was recently awarded the Newham Council Youth Achievement Award for Sports. Before moving to Reading Dylan … Continued
This years “Tree for Rob” is up and twinkling – if you are in Colchester this weekend please visit the Lion Walk URC Christmas Tree festival and take a peek up close and personal. I think Rob would have approved?!!
Dylan’s chance to shine – this is the first year that the RGF has supported Dylan. Their support has enabled Dylan to move from Newham, London to one of the best basketball academies in the UK. Dylan trialled along with a number of boys from Europe and was successful in gaining one of the handful … Continued
“Thanks to the Rob George Foundation for all their support in helping me compete in my 100m & 200m events. 2018 has been a blessing. Now preparing for my 2019 season with bigger ambitions and this would not have been possible without your support – thank you!“ Looking forward to hearing all about it, Leanza.
“A big massive thank you for your generous donations helping me to fulfil my dreams and play for the England U17 indoor cricket team in New Zealand. We arrived on 26th September and came home Sunday 7th October. We played against New Zealand, Australia and South Africa and although we didn’t win any games I … Continued
“Thank you for all your support over the last year, I’m delighted to tell you that I’ve been selected to represent the Northern Regional Squad at the Battle of the Teams in Rotterdam on the 1st of December. I’m delighted to let you all know that recently I competed at the North of England Championships … Continued
Proud Dad, David, thanks the RGF and gives us an update on Martin’s progress – “Martin has had an exceptional year in Trampolining. He is currently on the England Team but we fully expect Martin to be accepted on to The Great Britain Junior Team at the end of the year. At the ‘North of … Continued