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Leeds Hospitals Charity CEO Esther Wakeman commented, “We’re absolutely delighted that Kevin is taking on this gruelling challenge to support our Rob Burrow Centre for MND appeal and the impactful work of the MND Association.
Born in Oldham and known affectionately as 'Sir Kev', Kevin Sinfield retired in 2016 as an idol of the Leeds Rhinos' golden years and as a former England captain. Sinfield won seven Super League titles, three World Cup Challenges and two Challenge Cups in 521 matches for his club. From 2003 he captained a side that exemplified the best of his sport. Sinfield became the first rugby league player to be nominated for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award, finishing in second place behind Andy Murray in 2015.
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Sinfield's epic challenges have included running 7 ultra marathons in 7 days, and running over 101 miles in 24 hours. In the process, Sinfield has captured the hearts of the nation and over GBP7 million for MND. He was awarded an OBE in the Queen's Birthday honours for his efforts, along with the Freedom of Leeds and a special BBC Award for his fundraising. Told with Sinfield's characteristic warmth, dry wit and inspirational leadership, The Extra Mile is the story of an astonishing life, of an enduring friendship, of perseverance against the most difficult of challenges, and of a remarkable, humble human being who has defied the odds. The book equips readers with the tools and the mindset to embrace togetherness and to overcome their own challenges. The Extra Mile" takes us through Sinfield's journey from his humble beginnings to becoming a celebrated sports figure. It shows us how he pushed himself beyond his limits and never gave up. The fourth and latest fundraiser, the 7 in 7 in 7 Challenge, will see Kevin and his team run an ultra-marathon every day for seven days in seven cities around Great Britain and Ireland.
Sally Light, Chief Executive of the Motor Neurone Disease Association, added, “Knowing the dedication, commitment and passion our MND Association Patron Kevin Sinfield has for supporting people with MND, it doesn’t surprise us at all that he’s chosen to go the ‘extra mile’ with his awareness raising and fundraising efforts once again. I've always thought Kevin Sinfield was a hero. His quiet, calm, committed leadership makes people want to support him and we are all doing that as he supports Rob Burrow and everyone living with MND' Clare Balding Leeds Hospitals Charity will benefit from 41% of the money raised to help build the Rob Burrow Centre for MND. Starting on Monday, November 22, the run will be split into 7km segments and each must be completed within a hour before the next one starts on the hour. The documentary also highlights his extraordinary dedication to help those affected by MND, and offers an insight into how this journey has changed him personally too.Starting on Friday 1 December, three years to the day since Kevin started his first 7 In 7 challenge in 2020, Kevin and the team will depart from from AMT Headingley Rugby Stadium for the first leg of the journey. Six days later, Kev will conclude the challenge on Thursday 7 at the Mall, the traditional finish of the world famous London Marathon. As the charity of Leeds Teaching Hospitals, we provide support for eight areas which include Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds Children’s Hospital, Leeds Cancer Centre, St James’s University Hospital, Chapel Allerton Hospital, Seacroft Hospital, Wharfdale Hospital and Leeds Dental Institute.
During that time he made 521 appearances for the Rhinos, scoring 3,967 points. He led the team to seven Grand Final victories, two Challenge Cup wins and three World Club Challenge wins. He holds the Super League record for the most appearances and points. It was a wonderful playing career and since his retirement he has dabbled with playing rugby union with Yorkshire Carnegie for a season, worked as a director of rugby for both the RFL and Leeds Rhinos, coached Leicester Tigers as their defence coach and, currently, he has become an assistant coach for the England Rugby Union team. The poet William Wordsworth, in his poem ‘The Rainbow’, was the first to use the phrase ‘The Child is father of the Man’. If you want inspiring, uplifting and empowering... give this amazing man some of your time' Jake Humphrey Most autobiographies of Rugby League players are written chronologically, beginning with childhood memories before going on to cover a playing career in relative detail, perhaps then with a few reflections on the player’s career and a list of the best players the writer has played with and against.
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Rugby legend Kevin Sinfield is about to release his highly anticipated autobiography 'The Extra Mile'. We've got all the details you need to know about this exciting read about the sports star turned charity activist who's raised millions for MND with a series of staggering challenges.
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