News

Team Carys Launch Fundraising Initiative

Team Carys has been independently established to raise funds for the Penllergaer Splash Appeal.

Carys Rees passed away in July 2008 after battling with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. Her parents Jenny and Gareth Rees have now established a memorial fund to pay tribute to Carys’ short but full life. All monies raised will go towards the Penllergaer Splash Appeal.

Carys was a pupil at Penllergaer Primary School for several years, and it was here at the specialist teaching facility that the dedicated staff enhanced Carys’ life immeasurably.

A number of fundraising events have been planned, starting with a 24-hour mountain bike ride, with Carys’ dad at the helm.

Team Carys consists, from left to right, of Alan Murphy, Jon Peters, Rhydian Jones and Gareth Rees (Carys’ dad).

This group of bike-mad friends form the basis of the assault on the grueling Mountain Mayhem Challenge for 2009.

Original Source Mountain Mayhem is a 24 hour mountain bike endurance event for teams and soloists. From its humble beginnings back in 1998, the event has grown and developed over the years to become the biggest and best 24 hour mountain bike endurance event in the World. With the amazing support of Original Source, 2009 is set to be the best Mountain Mayhem to date with 2500 competitors which is made up from 450 teams & 150 soloists all being watched by 15,000 spectators and supporters.

If you would like to support Team Carys in their Mountain Mayhem Challenge, you can donate online now