Paul’s journey to the New York marathon 2024
Help support Paul (a blind runner) and his two guides complete the 2024 New York Marathon
Christchurch, Canterbury
My name is Paul Barclay and I am a totally blind runner running for Achilles New Zealand. I live in Christchurch and my goal is to run the New York Marathon on Sunday the 3rd of November 2024. I was entered and ready to compete in this event in 2020, but COVID cancelled the marathon that year so I am eager to finish what I started working towards back then. As a totally blind runner I need two guides to assist me in the preparation training as well as guiding me through the actual marathon itself.
Rosie Hay and Emma Crichton are the guides who I have chosen to guide me in New York - we train together regularly so this was an easy decision to make. My aim is to fundraise enough to cover our airfares and accommodation costs as well as any additional travel expenses. Your support by donating to our fund will be greatly appreciated!
Rosie Hay's involvement (page creator)
I am one of the guides and also helped Paul make the page!
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Flights, accommodation and travel related expenses for Paul and his two guides (Rosie and Emma).
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Paul’s New York marathon journey 1 October 2024
Paul and his guides Rosie and Emma wanted to say a massive thank you to each and every person who donated to Paul’s give a little page. With out your donations Paul and his guides would no be able to go to go. Paul is an incredible man doing an exceptional thing. We are busy getting our long training runs completed. Thank you for your support kindness in donating 🩷. 4.5 weeks to go till race day!
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