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Wed 22nd Feb 2012 Reading pancake race leads to flipping frenzy
Yesterday saw the DKH Legacy Trust in Reading for the annual charity Pancake Day Race.
In an event organised by Reading CIC, Reading's finest pancake tossers took to the high street for a fiercely competed relay race, which was deservedly won by opticians Specsavers, who battered their opponents throughout.
Dame Kelly's charity was the beneficiary to the event, which saw 25 teams take part, for the first time.
This was the second time the Trust has been in Reading this year, as the charity was the beneficiary the Reading Partnership Board's Party in the Sky gala dinner, which took place at the end of January.
Olympian and World champion rower Toby Garbett was also in attendance on the day. Toby, who is an athlete mentor on the Sport for Change programme, took part in the race before handing out the winners medals at the end of the day.
Toby was supported by the Trust's very own Pete Stewart. Despite Pete's natural flair and enthusiasm for pancake-flipping, his insistence on managing from the sidelines could be seen as the main reason explaining why the Trust didn't take home the gold medal.
Pete, the sport development and fundraising coordinator, said: "Supporting the 2012 Pancake Day Race was really enjoyable. Despite this particular event not featuring this summer at the Olympics, it was great to see Reading's community out in force to support the race.
In discussing the Trust's early exit, Pete said: "What was clear from yesterday was Toby's talents lie in Olympic sports and mentoring. He was a fantastic representative for the Trust, and his presence really added to the event, but his tossing skills leave a lot to be desired."
Pete went on to add: "Overall, it was an eggs-ellent day."
Alongside Toby and Pete in the Trust team, which was controversially eliminated in the first round by Reading 107fm, were Katherine and Laura Childs. Both of the twins were part of the Get on Track programme which took place in the area in 2010.
Katherine and Laura were both NEET when the programme began, and both now have plans to go to university this September.
The Trust will return to Reading in March for the Team Day. Replacing what was the national conference, the Team Day, taking place at the Madejski Stadium, is a great chance for all athletes to get together and help be a part of the DKH Legacy Trust's future.
Click here to view a video from the day
Headlines
Wed 22nd Feb 2012 Reading pancake race leads to flipping frenzy
Yesterday saw Reading town centre's annual Pancake Day Race take place. The Trust, the charity partner to the event, was out in full force, but unfortunately couldn't bring home the gold medal.
Tue 21st Feb 2012 Dame Kelly Holmes Charity's welcomes extra support for 'NEETS'
Today Julie Whelan, CEO of The DKH Legacy Trust welcomed the Government pledge of additional support for young people 'Not in Education, Employment and Training'.
Thu 16th Feb 2012 Olympic and Paralympic athletes inspire Young Leaders from cities across the UK
Olympic and Paralympic athletes inspire Young Leaders from cities across the UK
Wed 15th Feb 2012 Youth unemployment: why is it so high and how are we helping?
With unemployment figures so high in the UK, our work supporting young people is becoming more important than ever before.
Mon 13th Feb 2012 Adeniran secures medal in UK Championships
DKH Legacy Trust athlete Julz Adeniran was in Sheffield this weekend with a host of OCWK athletes as he competed in the Aviva Indoor UK Trials and Championships at the EIS indoor arena.
Thu 9th Feb 2012 Skating to success - Jenna Downing inspires
This week saw Trust athlete mentor Jenna Downing continue her work on the Young People's Re-engagement Programme, where she has been supporting 15 young people at risk of exclusion in Blackburn.
Wed 8th Feb 2012 Trust welcomes findings of ACEVO's report into youth unemployment
Tracey Fletcher, DKH Legacy Trust Trustee and leading third sector expert, has welcomed the findings of ACEVO's report into youth unemployment.
Mon 6th Feb 2012 Sportivate inspires 33,000 young people to get into sport
Latest figures have shown that 33,000 young people have been inspired to get into sport on the Sportivate campaign; a Sport England initiative that's part of the Olympic and Paralympic legacy.
Fri 3rd Feb 2012 3 National Citizen Service teams up for national award
National Citizen Service teams from Stevenage, Harrow and Runcorn have all been nominated for the Most Outstanding NCS Team of the Year, which will be awarded by Ross Davenport at the V National Awards in March.
Fri 3rd Feb 2012 Three National Citizen Service teams up for national award
National Citizen Service teams from Stevenage, Harrow and Runcorn have all been nominated for the Most Outstanding NCS Team of the Year, which will be awarded by Ross Davenport at the V National Awards in March.
Tue 31st Jan 2012 New project - 'Unlocking Potential' launches
The Trust is working alongside educational charity AQA to deliver the new Unlocking Potential programme that will see 20 young people from across the country work alongside Trust athlete mentors on this long-term project.
Mon 30th Jan 2012 Dame Kelly on cloud 9 after Party in the Sky dinner
The weekend started on a high for Dame Kelly as the DKH Legacy Trust was the charity beneficiary to the Reading Partnership Board's Party in the Sky gala dinner, held at the Hilton Hotel, Reading.
Thu 26th Jan 2012 Create Your Legacy dates now available
The DKH Legacy Trust will continue its partnership with the League Football Education this March as the dates are announced for the 'Create Your Legacy' careers events.
Tue 24th Jan 2012 Connie Henry's Track Academy: supporting the next generation
Commonwealth medallist Connie Henry is doing her bit to support up and coming athletes in the London area. Connie, a former DKH Legacy Trust athlete, is making a real impact on the lives of many talented, young sportspeople.
Mon 23rd Jan 2012 Dame Kelly kicks off Sport Relief
Trust Chair Dame Kelly Holmes kicked off Sport Relief this weekend by enoucraging everyone to support the cause and get involved in the London Mile.
Thu 19th Jan 2012 Calling all athletes - Be part of the 2012 Team Day!
21st March will see the the Trust return to Reading for the 2012 Team Day. Replacing the national conference, this event is a fantastic occasion for all athletes and is certainly not something to be missed.
Wed 18th Jan 2012 World-class athletes inspire pupils of Bilton School
DKH Legacy Trust athlete mentors Tim Prendergast and Neil Danns set the tone for a positive 2012 for the pupils of Bilton School yesterday as they delivered the Aspiring Minds project.
Tue 17th Jan 2012 Get fit for 2012 with Dame Kelly Holmes
Get fit 2012 with the help of our double Olympic champion, Dame Kelly Holmes. Her education and mentoring team will be in Kent this month to lead two fitness workshops. Find out more here.
Mon 16th Jan 2012 Looking to the future - CEO blog now live
Trust CEO Julie Whelan writes her first blog of 2012. With the Trust's plans to expand Get on Track announced this month, it's been a positive start to 2012 for Dame Kelly's charity.
Thu 12th Jan 2012 Vote Emma Pallant for European Athlete of the Month!
'On Camp with Kelly' athlete Emma Pallant is nominated for the European Athlete of the Month for December 2011. FInd out why she's been nominated here.
Wed 11th Jan 2012 Paralympic 1500m champion runs a 'Golden Mile'
DKH Legacy Trust athlete mentor and Paralympic champion, TIm Prendergast, visited Busy Bees Nursery this week to help promote the Busy Bees Olympic Torch relay event.
Tue 10th Jan 2012 DKH Legacy Trust to play a role in delivering 2012 Games promise
The DKH Legacy Trust has been named as a delivery partner in the new Youth and Community strategy unvelied by Cuture Secretary Jeremy Hunt earlier today.
Fri 6th Jan 2012 European medallist: Sport helps us be the best we can be
The Trust catches up with former ironman triathlete and European medallist, Cathy Wood, as she inspires young people on the Sport for Change programme.
Wed 4th Jan 2012 Athlete opportunities come thick and fast in 2012
With many athletes entering the final straight of their London 2012 preparation, the Trust is committed to ensuring their skills are utilised long after the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Tue 3rd Jan 2012 World Champion Stevenson awarded MBE
Taekwondo World Champion Sarah Stevenson ended a difficult 2011 by being named in the Queen's New Year Honours List.
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