Wilson James - JRF Cycle Challenge 2025

🚴‍♂️ We’re Back for the JRF Sardinia Cycle Challenge 2025!

This September, we’re heading back to Sardinia — this time to tackle the west coast — for the Jason Robinson Foundation Cycle Challenge. It’s a multi-day ride with a single purpose: to change young lives through sport and mentoring.
Last year, Chris and Tom took on the east coast route alongside 32 other riders, raising over £80,000 to fund:

• Year-round sport & mentoring in 7 schools
• Two new coaches
• Holiday camps and after-school clubs
• Support for over 750 children every term

This year, Darren joins the team, bringing fresh legs and momentum from a recent cycling trip to Provence — including a climb up Mont Ventoux! With over 50 riders now signed up, our collective goal is to break the £100,000 barrier and reach even more children.

Far from enjoying flat tree-line boulevards, the team will endure a tough 3 days in the saddle with distances ranging from 65-90 miles and tacking elevation of 3,000 - 7,000 feet!

💬 Why We’re Riding Again

Too many children grow up without access to sport, structure or positive role models. The Jason Robinson Foundation (JRF) exists to change that — creating safe spaces where children can grow in confidence, build life skills, and feel they belong.
Your support helps fund:

• Free multi-sport sessions & mentoring
• Girls-only programmes that boost confidence & wellbeing
• Holiday clubs & enrichment days
• A brand new cycling programme (inspired by this very ride!)
• Bursaries for kids to join local clubs and get the kit they need
• Support for vulnerable pupils transitioning between schools

🏫 It Works – Here’s What Schools Say

“Pupils who were quiet or disengaged are now part of sports teams and thriving in class. Confidence, teamwork and engagement have all improved.”
— Blessed Thomas Secondary School

“Our girls now look forward to PE – the change has been incredible.”
— Hovingham Primary School

“JRF has helped our most complex pupils grow in confidence, wellbeing and resilience. This programme is essential.”
— Beecroft Primary School