ON Sunday, Okehampton Hockey Club players swapped hockey sticks for running shoes and took part in the Bideford Half marathon to raise money for the Alzheimer Society, Hospicecare, Mind mental health and club funds.

Simon Bourne was the first club member to finish in a creditable time of 1 hour 38 minutes 24 seconds, followed by Sarah Marvin in 1.46.53.

Okehampton Hockey Club are grateful to everyone who has supported the event.