VIDEO: Thousands of women brave soaring temperatures to support cancer fight
"TOGETHER we can beat cancer".
That was the message from over 2,500 pink ladies who took over Cleethorpes yesterday for the fourth annual Race For Life at Meridian Point.
-
Winner of the Cleethorpes Race For Life 2010, Becci Skelton.
Hundreds of local women took part in the event, each with their own story to tell.
The event was started by the Mayor of North East Lincolnshire, Councillor Norma Lincoln, aims to raise over £25,000 for Cancer Research UK.
It was a record turnout in Cleethorpes for the event, which takes place across the country.
Women sprinted, jogged, walked and even pushed prams around a 5km course.
Winner of the Cleethorpes Race For Life 2010, Becci Skelton.
Joanne Aisworth, 17, left, and Ria Peake.
Alison Mackfall, event manager for Cancer Research UK, said: "Once again we have had an amazing turnout in Cleethorpes, and each one of them has a story to tell."
The 5km route started and finished at Meridian Point, taking in Cleethorpes Discovery Centre, Cleethorpes Leisure Centre and Kings Road.
The winner of the race was Becci Skelton, 26, a personal trainer from Barton-upon-Humber, who crossed the finish line in just 20minutes and 20 seconds.
She said: "I am a very competitive person so I was pleased to win."
Mrs Mackfall said: "Unfortunately cancer touches one in three people so the majority of people taking part are affected by cancer, meaning it was quite an emotional day for them.
The Mayor of North East Lincolnshire, Councillor Norma Lincoln and her consort Malcolm Lincoln start the race.
The Cleethorpes Race For Life 2010 gets under way.
"The event celebrates those who have survived cancer, but there is also the sad part about those who haven't made it through.
"The message is together, we can beat cancer."
Money raised will go towards finding cures and treatments for cancer. Visit www.raceforlife.org for more information.
18 Comments
View all
by josephine white, Grimsby
Tuesday, July 13 2010, 9:17AM
“Pink lady wrote:
"No matter what the news article is about, you can guarantee Josephine White will post some c**p to put a dampener on it. Boring!"
Don't be ridiculous, I didn't put a dampener on anything!
I think what the ladies did was great, and I said as much.
All I did was ask a reasonable question - one which I expect many people have wondered about over the years. I got my answer (thanks San) and understand and accept the reasoning behind it.
Why do some people always have to get nasty and personal!
THAT'S whats *really* 'boring'.”
by pink lady, road
Tuesday, July 13 2010, 7:46AM
“Well done everybody! No matter what the news article is about, you can guarantee Josephine White will post some c**p to put a dampener on it. Boring!”
by frances, HLC
Monday, July 12 2010, 8:33PM
“Well done to everyone involved including my 2 daughters and my sister taking part for me, a very emotional day.”
by shaneharrison, Grimsby
Monday, July 12 2010, 4:14PM
“This completely absurd, we should be proud of all the women who took part in this fantastic event, and celebrating their achievements. There are hundreds of events for men to take part in, all for an amazing cause - why not take part in one of them or do one of your own, rather than put a negative on something great that our local ladies have worked hard for?”
by Andy {ma}, Grimsby
Monday, July 12 2010, 2:46PM
“Well done to everyone that took part.. agreed with other people here though.. If men are complaining that they weren't allowed to join in, get yourself out & do some other charity run or whatever as there is plenty about.. If its wearing pink that you really wanted to do, then no one is stopping you!!! Well done ladies :)”
by Mr Exasperated, Grimsby
Monday, July 12 2010, 2:31PM
“It amazes me the small minded people that contribute to local newspaper comments!! I can just about put up with Ms White's comments, as we all know her from every other news comment but some of the others exasperate me.
Steve, I was there yesterday and was able to join in with the emotion of it all, as male family and friends are allowed to be there just not participate. If you and the others feel so badly about men being excluded why don't you get of your backside and arrange an all male event? Some of you are nearly as pathetic as the competitor I heard yesterday complaining that people in wheelchairs shouldn't have been allowed to take part as they couldn't 'race'. I don't know how I managed to keep quiet!!”
by Lazy Man, Grimsby
Monday, July 12 2010, 2:00PM
“Why does this turn into a whinge about it being just for women? If others are that concerned then arrange something that is men only/for both sexes. Surely this argument detracts from the excellent effort and work that all these LADIES put in, so stop moaning and get supporting them.”
by Victoria, Laceby Acres
Monday, July 12 2010, 1:16PM
“What a fantastic day!
Well done to everyone who took part and raised so much money!
It' such a good cause, and it's surprising how many people are touched by it.
We shouldn't forget the supporters who cheered us all on, it really help in that heat - thank you!”
by San, Gy
Monday, July 12 2010, 12:49PM
“With all due respect, dont single me out for blame here... I dont organise the event, I just take part and love every second of it. Have done for 4 years and have raised a lot of money with support from many male sponsors might I add.
If you're a man and take issue with this then go to the organisers and air your views. Otherwise, set up your own. Cancer Research support all events so rather than moaning, do something about it.”
by Lucy, Grimsby
Monday, July 12 2010, 12:42PM
“I took part in Race for Life and i would not have done if it were a mixed sex race. The atmosphere is created purely because of all women uniting together. If men were to join the race, i bet the amount of women applying to take part would drop dramatically.
There are plenty of other events that men could get involved with if they wanted to. There is the 10k run, triathalon, cycling events etc.
St. Andrews hospice also put on a male only 10 mile walk.”