Becky Watkins is a mother of 3 beautiful girls and wife to Shane. She was recently diagnosed with ME/CFS. Myalgic encephalomyelitis, more commonly known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a serious long term illness that is widely misunderstood. It is characterised by extreme fatigue and often leaves people unable to even get out of bed. At the moment there is no cure or any approved treatments for CFS. 


THis year Becky volunteered to be the team mom for the Abington Raiders Junior Pee Wee team that I coach. It is my first year as a head coach and I approached her and asked for her help unaware of this diagnosis. Without missing a beat and with a smile on her face she agreed to help me. Not only did she help, but she showed up for practices, fundraisers, competitions and did everything with a smile. I even saw her throw the COOLEST birthday sleepover I had ever seen. At the time I had no idea how these things depleted her energy and affected her health.But,as the season went on, I learned about the struggles she was currently facing mentally, physically, and financially. I also learned how strong she was, and how strong I hope to be one day for my family. 


She has since been denied disability and is still unable to work. The tests needed to help her get disability are thousands of dollars and she has publicly expressed that the financial burden of trying to combat this illness has brought them close to losing their home.  


I hope that you consider donating to Becky and her family after reading just a little about her. If you choose not to donate, I ask that you read and share the article attached  so that we can bring more awareness to this illness and help all who suffer.





www.cdc.gov/me-cfs/