I’m Running 1,200 miles the length of Great Britain, from the Southwest coast of England to the northeast point of Scotland.

Everybody loves a comeback story, but Comebacks dont happen alone.

This is why I’m running to raise money for the homeless World Cup, An organization that creates the opportunity for Comebacks through the power of sport.

The homeless world cup gives athletes experiencing homelessness an opportunity to compete on a huge stage, belong on a team, and go from feeling forgotten to feeling celebrated.

THE ROUTE

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THE PLAN

Map of Great Britain showing a route from London to the northern tip of Scotland, passing through cities like Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow, and ending at Andy Souter's location. The route is marked with black triangle symbols indicating waypoints or stops.

Starting June 11th, I’ll run 1,200 miles the length of Great Britain, linking national trails from the South West Coast Path to the West Highland Way, finishing in northeast Scotland, a long journey known to the locals as LEJOG (Land’s End to John O’ Groats).

This is a self-supported adventure which means I’ll carry what I need: a light backpack with essential gear for sleep, snacks, water, medical and more. My goal is to camp wherever possible, with pub stops for hot meals and the occasional bed when needed.

The aim is to complete over an ultramarathon a day (between 30-40 miles) for about a month. Even with all of the preparation I’ve had, it´s still hard to know how my body and mind will respond through a challenge of this length. And that is part of what makes this adventure so exciting.

I’ll be solo on the trail, but supported by loved ones from afar, and whoever wants to join in England, Wales and Scotland for some miles along the way.

Follow along on my adventure:

A smiling man in casual clothing sits on a sidewalk with a black and white Border Collie dog against a textured, pinkish-red wall.

My own comeback story began at 25, when my lifelong dream of playing professional baseball came to an end after three years in the minor leagues. What followed were years of searching for meaning and direction. I eventually found my way back to feeling joy in life, but i couldnt have done it without the resources provided by loving family and friends.

I’m incredibly grateful for all that I was given to help me rebuild, and now I’m committed to paying it forward.

Sport is a powerful vehicle, and i also believe that our value goes far beyond achievement, and that growth starts with knowing we’re already enough.

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Sunset over a wooded landscape with leafless trees, mossy ground, and a distant hilly horizon

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