More than just a game of football

A team from Decorative Door Products (DDP), the Scottish division of RegaLead, are aiming to set a new Guinness World Record while also fundraising for Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Scotland by taking part in a constant game of 7-a-side football.

On 20 and 21 September, a team of players will embark on a continuous game of football in 10-miinute sessions, aiming to raise as much money as possible for MND Scotland.

The charity was chosen because of Kendra Law, the wife of Production Operative James Law, who was diagnosed with the disease in June 2023.

The charity football match will raise much needed funds for the research into the disease

Chris Regan, Finance Director at Regalead, is one of the employees helping organise the event.

He said: “We are all immensely proud of the RegaLead team in Hawick who have come together in support of their long serving colleague whose partner has been directly affected by the onset of Motor Neurone Disease.

“It has been a while since our famous London to Paris charity cycle event, but with this affecting one of our own, we were keen to take the initiative.  

“We have also been blown away by the reaction from the local community who have offered sponsorships, donations and support, with many committing to participating in the event.

“Attempting a world record is no mean feat and will be a great achievement for everyone involved, however raising awareness of this disease and funds for the amazing work of MND Scotland remains our priority.

“This world record attempt is something that we and the town are very excited by and come the final whistle we are confident we will be celebrating a historical achievement in aid of a fantastic cause.”

A JustGiving page has been set up for donations, which can be found here: Team DDP is fundraising for MND Scotland (justgiving.com).