His epic cycle's title is probably slanted towards those who speak American/Canadian English, so don't laugh. But seriously, Tony Griffin is an inspiration both on and off the hurling field. A classy hurler for Clare for the past number of years, this summer Griffin is using his natural athleticism to help him overcome a 7,000km cycle across Canada. Anybody from the Banner who was watching the Clare V Cork game last week probably wished that they had 15 Tony Griffins on the field. Meanwhile, Tony himself was navigating rugged terrain in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Sometimes, it really is just a game. Griffin is aiming to raise 1 million euro in support of cancer research. This journey was inspired by his father's death from lung cancer in December 2005.

The Clare People are featuring a diary of the man himself and it makes for interesting reading. The daily updates leave the reader with the impression that this isn't just another vacuous charity fundraiser. Griffin comes across a deeply spiritual chap who seems to make friends with everyone he meets. Heck, his writing is almost better than what you'll see in Wayne Rooney's autobiography! :-)

Go make a donation here, even if you are Tipperary and the thought of giving money to a Clare hurler makes bile climb your oesophagus.

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Published by Colm.