This year I was fortunate to be financially supported by the Jack Bloor Award whilst training for the Youth Skyrunning World Championships. The money awarded went towards my gym membership which was part of a bouldering gym. Trying to maintain training alongside completing my final year of university was demanding and I valued the social element of bouldering alongside my gym sessions- having the support of the Jack Bloor award helped me to combine my physical training and support my mental health without increased expenditure as a university student. I’m very pleased to say it paid off!
I placed 7th in the U23 World Championships in Italy and with another 2 years left in this category l am looking forward to seeing how I can further progress. The race was 23km around Grand Sasso area with a highest elevation of 2950m at the top of a technical summit lined with climbing ropes.
I am exceptionally grateful to the Jack Bloor Fund and to the Jack Bloor Trustees for supporting my goals which no doubt helped me complete the event most importantly injury free! Fell and mountain running play a huge part in my life and it’s through the ongoing work of these organisations that allow young athletes to progress in their sport alongside work, university and other life commitments. Thank you!
Jack Bloor Race & Fund 