Scarborough school youngsters 'inspiring' support as head completes Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Youngsters from Scarborough’s Snainton Church of England Primary School have taken part in a sponsored run in aid of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association.
By Duncan Atkins
Published 15th May 2023, 14:06 BST
Updated 15th May 2023, 14:06 BST
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Headteacher Matthew Davies completed the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon on Sunday (May 14) in honour of Snainton man Anthony Shackleton, who has MND.

The School Council wanted to show their support for Mr Davies as he tackled his first long-distance challenge and they came up with the idea of a whole school sponsored run.

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The children, aged from two to 11, completed laps of Snainton playing field and collected sponsorship for their efforts.

Snainton School youngsters with Head Matthew Davies at the back.Snainton School youngsters with Head Matthew Davies at the back.
Snainton School youngsters with Head Matthew Davies at the back.

In total, 48 children completed 610 laps, with real resilience, perseverance and encouragement for one another.

Headteacher Matthew Davies said: “It was so inspiring to see the children completing their own sponsored run before my marathon on Sunday.

"They showed real determination.

"Shack (Anthony Shackleton) was able to join us for the sponsored run to show his support.

Snainton School youngsters complete laps of the school field for Motor Neurone Disease Association.Snainton School youngsters complete laps of the school field for Motor Neurone Disease Association.
Snainton School youngsters complete laps of the school field for Motor Neurone Disease Association.

"We were so proud of the efforts of all the children.

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"At times, the marathon was really hard but the inspiration the children gave me was a real boost when I needed it most.

"I'm so proud of the whole school and village community coming together to support Motor Neurone Disease Association in honour of Shack.

"When the final total comes in, it could be around £1,500 which is incredible."

Head of Scarborough's Snainton School, Matthew Davies, completed the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon.Head of Scarborough's Snainton School, Matthew Davies, completed the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon.
Head of Scarborough's Snainton School, Matthew Davies, completed the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon.

The grand total is still to be counted and you can visit www.justgiving.com/matthew-davies-85 if you'd like to donate.

There was an emotional moment at the end of the marathon as Kevin Sinfield carried his former Leeds Rhinos rugby league team-mate Rob Burrow over the finish line.

Related topics:Motor Neurone DiseaseScarboroughKevin SinfieldSnainton