Neita Sisters complete London Marathon

by Rob Smith

Recognition and fame has been beckoning for local sisters Pauline and Annette Neita, who represented Burngreave in the grueling London Flora Marathon.

“We had been inspired by Annette’s twin sister Cathleen who’s been running for charity for some years now,” explains Pauline. Both her and Annette have been training in and around our community since late last year for this year’s Marathon. Having successfully achieved this goal and returned safely to Burngreave, an interview with the Messenger was on the cards.

“Oh, our muscles locked and seized up when we’d finished, but this felt as good as the day and the whole euphoria of the event. We enjoyed every moment,” said Annette.

The cheers, applause and the atmosphere of the London Marathon on 18th April was all the more overwhelming as along with their sister Cathleen, they made up the three Neita sisters who completed the arduous twenty-six miles.

“We wish to thank all the people who sponsored and supported us in raising money for our chosen charity, London Sports Forum – raising money for disabled people,” said Pauline.

“We reached our target and have raised well over three thousand pounds between us,” added Annette.

The marathon was completed by the girls in under 6 hours 41 minutes, and on 20th April were awarded sports achievement certificates for completing this year’s full marathon.

Pauline and Annette will be out and about collecting funds and that will complete their task.