Youngsters at Somersham Primary School join disability games challenge from Sam Jerred, 9, who has Duchenne Muscular …

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Thursday 3 Jul 2014 3:53 AM

Written byJULIAN MAKEY

SAM'S CHALLENGE: Sam Jerred, 9, centre, who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, and schoolmates take part in a disability sports event at Somersham Primary School to raise money to tackle the condition

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Pupils at Somersham Primary School have been learning about paralympic-style sports and games by taking part in Sams Sporting Challenge.

They have also raised at least 500 for the charity Joining Jack to help combat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

Fellow pupil Sam Jerred, 9, who has the muscle-wasting condition, played a key part in leading the games.

The children tried games like boccia, wheelchair football and running without using their arms, as well as experiencing using a wheelchair.

Tracy Bauld, special educational needs co-ordinator, said: It has been fantastic, everyone has enjoyed themselves and Sam has gone home extremely exhausted.

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