A Leeds dad has stepped into the boxing ring to fight childhood cancer after his son and nephew were both diagnosed with the disease. Paul McMullen from Pudsey took part in an Ultra White Collar Boxing (UWCB) event at the Royal Armouries Museum in Leeds to raise funds for Candlelighters. The charity provides emotional, practical […]
Jack Marriott – UWCB Barnsley – Sarcoidosis UK
Stepping out of my comfort zone, I decided to support Sarcoidosis UK, a cause close to my heart because my dad has battled this relentless disease since 2018. Over the years, he faced multiple cancer scares. Each time, doctors were 99% sure it was cancer, but it turned out to be sarcoidosis—an incurable and not […]
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RYAN O’LEARY – STEVENAGE UWCB – THE SINGLE HOMELESS CHARITY
Initially, a friend signed both me and him up for the event. I was hesitant at first, but he convinced me. A year ago, weighing 28 stone, I never imagined participating in something like this. Over the past year, I’ve lost 11 stone, bringing my weight down to 16.8 stone. My chosen charity is The […]
KEVIN MCCREADIE – UWCB GLASGOW – 24.03.24 – BREAST CANCER NOW
I took part in UWCB in support of my sister, Belinda, who bravely fought breast cancer, I decided to take action. Breast Cancer Now became my chosen charity, as they provided invaluable support to Belinda throughout her battle. My sole goal was to raise both money and awareness for Breast Cancer Now, standing by Belinda […]
GARYN EDWARDS – UWCB CARDIFF – 09.12.23 – NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY
Over the past few months, I’ve been contemplating giving boxing a try, and what better way to do it than with such an incredible event. I chose to raise money for the National Autistic Society, a cause that’s close to my heart since I was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 9. Organizations like […]
DAN ARNOLD – UWCB PORTSMOUTH
Even though I faced tough times with my mental health after leaving the military and losing a close friend to suicide, I found strength in getting healthier. Working in mental health services pushed me to take care of myself too. Deciding to do a fitness challenge was a big step for me. It helped me […]
Tanis Roberts – UWCB BRIGHTON
In January 2020, I received some alarming news – a severe liver condition diagnosis. It was a stark wake-up call for me. I completely transformed my lifestyle, shedding close to 30kg in just three months, and significantly improving my health. With the loss of three of my grandparents to cancer, I felt a deep need […]
TIMO BOLKE – COLCHESTRR UWCB
Our story began when our son, Niko, got diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) in February 2022. We started calling him our Brave Little Lion, a tribute to the Lion Ward at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, where he went for treatment. Helping Niko through the tough and sometimes painful times made us realize […]