The trainers collect cans and bottles thoughout the season, and usually use the money for a social event but decided supporting “Wilbur” in his “Tour de Cure” was much more worthwhile.
Port Adelaide volunteer Bob O’Malley says handing over the $430 was an easy decision, with all the volunteers keen to support such a worthy cause, particularly with Wilson’s mother Regina being treated for myelofibrosis, a form of leukemia.
“After all the home matches and pre-season games we’ve always cleaned up the change rooms and picked up all cans and bottles and take them down to the recyclers and this came up and we all thought it would be a nice gesture,” O’Malley said.
Wilson’s chosen event is the Melbourne Iron Man to be held in Melbourne in March. It involved 3.8km swim, 180km ride and running a marathon.
“I’d follow him with a car and a boat, that’d be me.
“We’re just all very pleased to be able to help out.”
37-year-old Wilson says he’s very appreciative of the support from the trainers and the entire Port Adelaide Football Club.
“That’s huge you’ve almost taken over form Kochie as the biggest donor so thank you very much,” Wilson said.
“It’s pretty special and I’ve had some great support from our members and these guys they’re very reliable for our club in the support they give.
“I know everyone has their link to cancer whether it’s a friend or a family member and the people in the club are no different and hopefully this goes someway to helping people into the future.”
To support Wilbur, you can make a donation here
