Massive Munro challenge to honour Duncan

Members of Aberdeen Football Club Community Trust (AFCCT) are preparing to take on an epic Munro challenge in honour of former chairman Duncan Skinner.

Mr Skinner died in April after losing a yearlong battle with cancer.

The Brighter Futures legacy fund was established to help young people reach their full potential.

Chief executive Liz Bowie is preparing to tackle the magnificent seven Munros in 24 hours on what would have been Duncan’s birthday, to support the trust’s legacy.

Joining her will be three of Duncan’s friends, Mark Wilson of Space Solutions, Iain Landsman of CBRE and Eric Harper.

“Duncan was a keen hillwalker and Munro bagger,” she said.

“We can think of no better way to raise money for the fund, in his name, than this challenge.

“I hope that Trust and club supporters, as well as others who knew Duncan or are aware of the work of the Trust, will get behind us with donations.”

AFC commercial director, Rob Wicks, is also hoping to take part but is currently dealing with an injury sustained while competing in an ultra-marathon last weekend.

The team will set off on July 19, covering 35 miles in 24 hours and taking in five of the six highest Munros in Scotland.

Duncan Skinner.