Rugby star gets in the #TypeOnesie spirit

Rugby star Chris Pennell – who lives with Type 1 diabetes – has backed JDRF’s #TypeOnesie charity campaign for World Diabetes Day.

The England international has been busy training in his onesie and has even got his Worcester Warriors team mates involved too.

The #TypeOnesie campaign sees supporters wear a onesie for the day, on or near to 14 November, to raise funds and awareness for Type 1 diabetes charity JDRF.

The 27-year-old full-back decided to get involved after being inspired by the breakthrough JDRF-funded study from Harvard scientists earlier this month.

Chris said: “There’s been some remarkable work in pioneering Type 1 diabetes research recently. And with World Diabetes Day fast approaching, now more than ever is the time to help raise funds for JDRF.” 

The rugby lads and I have had a great laugh dressed as a #TypeOnesie and encourage others to do the same

He added: “The rugby lads and I have had a great laugh dressed as a #TypeOnesie and encourage others to do the same. Please get involved and spread the word.”

In June this year, Chris became the first rugby player living with Type 1 diabetes to score a try for England.

Karen Addington, Chief Executive of JDRF in the UK, said: “Living with Type 1 diabetes certainly doesn’t have to stop you from achieving great things – Chris proves this. He is a brilliant role model for people living with the condition.

“A big thank you to Chris and his friends, for getting behind our #TypeOnesie campaign with such enthusiasm.”

To support JDRF for World Diabetes Day, visit www.jdrf.org.uk/WDD.