A key figure within Everton’s backroom staff has now raised more than £50,000 for charity as he approaches the final week of his inspirational efforts.
Jack Dowling launched his bid to run 26 marathons in 26 weeks after his brother, Tom Dowling, was diagnosed with cancer. Tom sadly passed away earlier this year and Jack has kept up his incredible efforts to ensure his brother’s legacy is one that helps others.
The first-team physical performance coach is set for his final marathon on Merseyside on Sunday before concluding Project 26:26 with the London Marathon later this month. A celebration of his achievements is planned for this weekend as supporters prepare to give him a huge send-off.
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Jack set himself the 26-marathon challenge in an effort to raise money and awareness for cancer charity Macmillan. Speaking to the ECHO ahead of the first run back in October he explained: “[Tom’s diagnosis] was a real shock to me. You struggle at times... For me, doing something to take the mind off it is going for a run and this is where I came up with the challenge. What Macmillan have done for Tom and my family and families around the country is unbelievable so I’m just going out to do a run, I’m not doing anything, I’m just going for a run, and if I can raise awareness and support the great job that Macmillan do, and help our Tom, that is all it is for me.”
His efforts have since met with a massive response and an outpouring of support that has seen almost 800 people back him with donations.
After being blown away by the initial response, Jack set what he thought was an
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