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Whizz-Kidz take on fun run challenge 05.09.12

THE countdown is on for the Waterside Half Marathon this Sunday and none are training harder than the Whizz-Kidz Derry Ambassadors Club.
The Whizz-Kids charity supports disabled children and young people, providing the equipment, support and advice they need to join in the fun, maintain their independence, and get the most out of life.
The charity has assisted nearly 13,000 disabled children since 1990, and this Sunday some of the local members will be lining up with the walkers and runners as they take on the 2km Fun Run taking place at Gransha grounds.
Kaitlin Hamilton (left) and Shannon Strouts-McCallion, who are taking part in the Waterside Half Marathon Fun run at the weekend, on behalf of the Whizz-Kids Ambassadors charity.
Among them will be 15-year-old Shannon Strouts McCallion, who is looking forward to the challenge and raising much-needed funds for the local branch.
"I'm really looking forward to it, as it's a great way to raise awareness about the Whizz Kidz charity and all the work we're doing," she explained. "I've been in Whizz Kidz for two years now and I really love it. I've made loads of new friends and the club really helps us to gain our independence and gives me the confidence to do lots more things on my own.
"Everybody's really friendly and we get the chance to play games and have fun, as well as talk and share our experiences. Sunday will be a great opportunity to meet up with some of my friends and show people what we're all about."
The Ambassador’s Club in the city runs once a month, and according to the charity’s regional fundraiser, Kelly Shaw, the most important aspect of the club is the emphasis on letting the children take the lead.
“Whizz-Kidz is a great charity and it’s fantastic that the young people from our local Ambassador club are taking part in the Waterside Fun Run to promote their club," she said.
There will be a whole host of events for families to join in the fun at the Gransha Grounds on the morning of the race between 10.30am and 1pm, with the main race starting at 10.30am and the 2km fun run leaving at 10.45am. To find out more about Derry's Ambassador Club please call Kelly Shaw on 0489086 7692.
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