It's A Knockout charity event in Kilbirnie raises £17,000

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The annual event is held in memory of Police Scotland horse groomer Greig, from Kilbirnie, who tragically died in 2015 aged 25 from cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer.

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Featuring some impressive events, this was the third annual It's A Knockout Around The World games held in his honour.

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And despite some rain, the organisers described it as "a fantastic day".

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The event was officially declared open by Provost Anthea Dickson following a short procession around the park which was led by Greig’s colleagues at Police (Scotland) Mounted Branch in Stewarton, featuring horses Harris and Nairn.

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As the games began, teams quickly went head to head, battling for first place, which was finally won by the Absolute Melters who took the trophy and gold medals, with Blueprint picking up second place and taking silver.

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Blue’s Moos picked up the trophy for the champion fundraisers for the second year in the running

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A spokesperson for the Greig Steven Memorial said: "Well done to each and every team participant. Your enthusiasm never ceases to amaze us and certainly shone through on the day.

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"In true professional style, Elliott from Off Limits events company along with his crew, oversaw the games and tracked scores throughout the day.

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"Despite the weather, the rain did not dampen the atmosphere. The games were hilarious and participants emerged from inflatables covered in foam, water, cane down a slipper slide upside down. Spectators were well entertained."

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They continued: "Our teams did brilliantly raising so much funds and this, combined with what was drawn in on the day, totalled just over £17,000 clear profit, which is absolutely phenomenal.

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"We are so grateful to Wilson’s Auctions for sponsoring us. We are also incredibly grateful to local businesses who support and sponsor our teams on the day of the event, year on year. These are CK Contract Ltd, Marbill, Something Different by TC, Boutique Hair Spa, Thistle Steel and Blue’s Body Coaching, as well as Ed’s Motors, Glengarnock.

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"Our sincere thanks also goes to our It’s a Knockout Committee who work tirelessly throughout the year to raise funds to plan and organise and put on the event. A massive thank you to each and everyone one of you.

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"To our community thank you, we truly value your ongoing support. We hope you are looking forward to next year’s event.

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"Lastly to all our dear family, friends and colleagues of Greig, we appreciate everything you do for us and we love you all."

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