Renee Cowan

Renee Cowan 

Hi, I’m Renee!

I’m 36 and I married the girl of my dreams in 2022, who also happens to be Claire’s daughter.

The love that the Reaburn family has shown me over many years, and the love they have for each other doesn’t even have words. It is the type of love that could change the world…or at least mine.

I have played teams sports from the wee little age of 6, I’ll have a crack at anything, and love that winning feeling. I played soccer for 20 years until I changed codes and took up AFL. I made my debut for a local club and progressed to getting signed by the Brisbane Lions but alas, injury struck me down. Not once, but twice, with two major knee injuries in one year. I made my come back but lost the love so jumped codes again and played Rugby League. Before my games, I usually received a voice message from the big man himself, Peter Reaburn. Some sweet words of wisdom that often get cut off due to time limit. If you know you know!

I have witnessed firsthand how hard this battle can be, the many ups and the many downs – for not only Claire, but the entire Reaburn family including my wife. I would describe Claire as incredibly brave, resilient, and strong. She continues to walk the path she has been given, and although there are MANY hurdles, she remains humble and kind. Doing this ride and raising this money for research is just a small part I can play in finding a cure for this damn thing.