Mike Martin Fundraiser

This post was from Mike and tells you the situation that has prompted this page.

"Since the year begun, life just hasn’t been life!  I’ve undergone spinal decompression in February, which was supposed to have sidelined me indefinitely, then knock knock! COVID affects every living person on the planet, COVID measures in place, then hit with the diagnosis which nearly stopped my heart beating, grade 3 cancerous brain tumour which has a knock on effect on everything I love, seeing and spending time with my children, treating my fiancé like the queen that she is, all of my friendships, my own self confidence, my focus. That being said, I got to the conclusion that all I did prior to all this happening was wrong and needed change. What was supposed to be a new opportunity for healing and growth and somewhat of a fresh start has been tainted by dirty, evil thieves!
I’ve been a professional basketball player for a number of years and an avid Jordan fan. Having accumulated well over 50pairs of retro jordans, which I really do cherish, have been stolen last night from a hired transit van in Leigh on Sea, Essex, which will soon be home. So while I attempt to heal and begin my new life with the love of my life I now have this uncertainty to deal with, in the sense that I’ll be living amongst thieves!!!
I guess I’m hoping this post is shared amongst all my friends and family in an attempt to highlight these villains and if dreams can become reality, reunite me with my belongings.
In particular, I had a pair of Air Force Supremes 25, customised in the memory of my late mother in the colours of our beautiful island of St. Lucia (Royal Blue, Yellow and Black with her initials of MP on them, these are unique and hold very sentimental value. If seen, the person selling them needs to be named and shamed.
The collection ranges from Jordan 1’s through to Jordan 23’s which I’ve been collecting throughout my career. There’s are some beautiful shoes in there might I add. I’m a UK size 12, most shoes have not been worn and are box fresh. If your a local on the Leigh on sea/ Essex area and some scum all of a sudden is offloading Jordan’s, please bare this post in mind. And help will be greatly appreciated. Essex police have already been notified. Thanks in advance everyone. I wish you ALL Prolonges health, wealth and happiness in the form you search for. #soemotional #feellikelifeisnotfair #onwardandupwardimustcontinue #thieveswillnotprosper

We are establishing this page for all those people who would like to help Mike financially at such a horrible time for him!

STOP PRESS: Mike has counted up the total and 52 pairs of retro Jordan’s that were still in immaculate condition were stolen. Many that have not been worn yet. As you will all understand the monetary loss is huge but the sentimental attachment to them cannot be measured especially at such an emotional time for him. Also as Cedi Frederick said " I hear that a 'Go Fund Me' or similar page is being set up to enable the British Basketball family to support one of our own during this really difficult time for Mike. I imagine he's not working, right, and needs high quality nutrition, help and support beyond that provided by the NHS? We support our family so I'll be happy to help in whatever way I can."   This sums up how we all feel I am sure!

THANK YOU!