I’ll be running a half marathon on May 25th — just under a month away — and I’m doing it to raise money for two causes very close to my heart.

The first is Omaz’s Den, created in memory of our dear friend Liam O’Malley, who sadly passed away in May 2023. Over the past year, through our efforts, we’ve been able to support over 100 counselling sessions for people who needed a safe space to talk, heal, and grow. The feedback from our members and the wider community has been incredible, and we’re determined to keep building on this.

The second is Edinburgh South, where I’m about to begin my 10th season as a coach. We’ve seen huge progression as a club in recent years, and we’re now entering a really exciting period — just recently, our U13s made history by winning the club’s first-ever Scottish Cup! Edinburgh South provides opportunities for everyone, from kids just starting out in soccer school to adults competing in the East of Scotland League, with a thriving female section as well. It’s an amazing community, and I’d love to help ensure it keeps growing and succeeding.

If you’re able to support, donate, or even just share this post, it would mean the world to me — and to everyone involved with these two brilliant organisations.

Thank you so much!