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Emily Pert, SUFC ladies player needs our help.

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I will leave this in this forum for a few days to get more exposure.


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"Hi, my name is Emily and I am raising funds for knee surgery. I’m a PE teacher and have played for Southend United Football club since I was 14.

With long waits on the NHS, I have decided to take the private route in an attempt to get my day to day life back to normality, and get back to the pitch as soon as possible. Recovery time for this type of surgery is one of the longest in sport, and pushing this through via the private route will ensure my return as quickly as possible."

Any donations of any amount would be very greatly appreciated :)

If anybody wants to help Emily this is the link and i notice Justin and and Ian Redbourne have kindly donated already.

www.gofundme.com

Donate to ACL reconstruction surgery, organized by Emily Pert

Hi, my name is Emily and I am raising funds for knee surgery. I’m a PE teacher and have played f… Emily Pert needs your support for ACL reconstruction surgery
www.gofundme.com www.gofundme.com

Thanks people.
 
This has just reminded me of something. I appreciate they are busy with the men’s side of things but has their been any progress on COSU bringing the ladies team under their ownership? Would be nice in the future if the ladies could be afforded the same level of physio/medical support as the men’s team.

Not a criticism as I have seen COSU members have donated to the go fund me. I was just curious if anyone knows anything about this?
 
SHRIMPERR said:
This has just reminded me of something. I appreciate they are busy with the men’s side of things but has their been any progress on COSU bringing the ladies team under their ownership? Would be nice in the future if the ladies could be afforded the same level of physio/medical support as the men’s team.

Not a criticism as I have seen COSU members have donated to the go fund me. I was just curious if anyone knows anything about this?
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There is but it's a battle of whits ATM by the person who currently is overall boss and Justin who wants them in-house.

There is more to this but unfortunately I cannot say.
 
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SOUTHEND United striker Emily Pert has started a GoFund Me page in a bid to quicken her return from a knee injury.

Pert requires reconstructive surgery after suffering a cruciate ligament injury.

And the 23-year-old is hoping to generate enough funds to be able to have the operation done privately.

“With long waits on the NHS I have decided to take the private route in an attempt to get my day to day life back to normality and get back onto the pitch as quickly as possible,” said Pert.

“Recovery time for this type of surgery is one of the longest in sport and pushing this through via the private route will ensure my return as quickly as possible.”

Pert has been playing for the Shrimpers for the past seven years having joined at the age of 14.

But she has been unable to feature this season “I suffered the injury in mid-July this year playing football,” said Pert.

“It’s been a long, and mentally challenging journey, particularly when it comes to having to watch from the sidelines every week, and this being my foreseeable future.”

However, that extends to away from football too “This injury has completely altered the way I live day to day, especially with my job as a PE teacher,” said Pert.

“Teaching practical lessons and being on my feet 10 plus hours a day brings physical pain and mental challenges.”

And that has ultimately led to Pert opting to try and secure the support needed to seek private medical care.

“Having the Go Fund me will help fund private surgery meaning I can have the operation sooner and get back to teaching and doing what I love, with specialist support,” she added.
 
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Charity - Molly is channelling her energy into fundraising for Lymphoma Action (Image: Molly Lee)
Trainee Reporter.
By George Pizani.

FACING cancer is a harrowing experience for anyone.

But for Southend United Ladies’ goalkeeper Molly Lee, dealing with lymphoma has seen her life flipped on its head.

After receiving her diagnosis on New Year’s Eve, Molly has gone from spending hours on the pitch at Garon Park to days spent “staring at walls” of hospital wards.
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Unity - Molly's dad, Gary, and brothers, Jack and Freddie, recently shaved their heads in solidarity (Image: Molly Lee)

With a strong sense of determination and drive, the talented player has now embarked on a fundraising mission for a charity that has supported her throughout her journey with cancer.
“The nurses directed me to Lymphoma Action straight after my diagnosis, and I began reading their booklets and scanning the website for any services that would benefit me,” said Molly, 25.

“They offer all sorts, including a buddy programme where you are matched with someone with a similar diagnosis, age and treatment process as you, and that has been really helpful.

“I’ve also spent a lot of time on their Facebook page connecting with others facing Lymphoma and have made quite a few friends that I communicate with daily.”
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Tough - Molly is determined to make it back onto the pitch (Image: Molly Lee)

She added: “At a time in my life where I was so clueless, it was all made that bit easier by the team at Lymphoma Action and for that I will be forever grateful.”

Lymphoma is a form of cancer that begins in the immune system and affects a person’s white blood cells. In addition, the services Molly has used, Lymphoma Action also offers a range information, advice and counselling to patients.

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Team - Molly has had the support of her Southend United Ladies teammates (Image: Molly Lee)

For Molly, who lives in Wickford, adjusting to life post-diagnosis has been a challenge.

She has been playing for Southend in some capacity since she was 12, and is currently in her third season in the club’s ladies’ squad.

In a matter of weeks, the goalie went from training daily in the gym and playing regular matches to receiving gruelling treatment on hospital wards.
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Change - Molly's life has been upended by her diagnosis (Image: Molly Lee)

“It’s been quite difficult and massively hit me at the beginning,” she said.

“Seeing all of my friends carrying on with football and training has been a mental struggle, as has not being able to exercise regularly.

“I know I will get back on the pitch, and my last treatment session will take place on May 27.”

Molly is now channelling her energy into fundraising for Lymphoma Action, describing their support as “vital”.
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Support - Molly is backed by family, friends and Southend United fans (Image: Molly Lee)

She has already raised £2,000 of her original £500 target and is due to take on the Bridges of London walk on June 22, which consists of walking seven miles and crossing ten Bridges, to raise money and awareness around Lymphoma.

“The club have been amazing and I’d just like to say a massive thank you to all of my family, friends and everyone who has already donated,” she said.

“There’s even talks at the moment about the club doing a fundraiser for Lymphoma Action.”

“I am asking for anything you can spare from pennies to pounds so the team at Lymphoma Action can carry on their amazing work,” she added.

You can donate to Molly’s fundraiser at https://justgiving.com/page/mollylymphomalee1
 
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Tinks said:
This is what I have been sent

She is off crutches and finally weight bearing. Walking freely and can do some small bits of rehab in the gym. It’s very much a slow process but working with her and a specialist physio in the off season
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That's all positive news. Slow process but she'll get there. Seems determined.

I'm waiting for the same surgery but delayed so I can complete my 4th Dan this year. Interested to follow her progress.
 
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