Stuart gets shirty for big charity challenge

Apr 24 2009

A DIEHARD football fan is set to endure the ultimate misery for charity.

Stuart Wren is daft about Ayr United – but could run a marathon wearing a KILLIE shirt.

But if Ayr fans donate more money than their Ayrshire rivals, Stuart will be saved from torture.

His bizarre pledge has supporters from both sides buzzing as they bid to back a good cause.

The United fan will run for the Butterfly Trust, which raises money for sufferers of Cystic Fibrosis.

Daughter, Chloe, two, has the illness and could see her dad go through double pain while running 26 miles.

Stuart’s fiance Cathy Watson revealed: “It goes totally against his grain but given it’s for charity, it’s something he’ll grit his teeth and get on with.

“But I think that wearing a Killie top will actually be tougher than running the 26 miles of the marathon.

“It’s definitely not something he’s looking forward to but he’s prepared to do it so he can raise as much money as possible.”

Stuart, 33, will line up in the Edinburgh marathon on May 31 hoping that his fellow Honest Men have donated more than Killie supporters.

Two rival websites have been set up for the fans to do battle with their donations – and the winning team will see Stuart sport their strip.

But he’s crossing everything that Ayr fans come through in time for the big run.

Stuart admitted: “This is a big ask of someone who wouldn’t normally put a price on loyalty for his team.

“I’m sure most supporters would agree, however, this is a personal mission and for a great cause. So make your donation today and ensure Killie don’t win!”

Stuart launched his charity drive at Somerset Park this week with United star Ryan Stevenson, who is backing the big hearted dad to run in the black and white.

Ayr fans who want to see Stuart in their colours can donate money at www.justgiving.com/ayrvkillie

Killie fans go to www.justgiving.com/killievayr