Storms players will tackle the 33km distance between South Foreland, Dover and Cap Gris Nez, Calais in teams of 3 using the Rowers, Cycles and Treadmills of Gateshead Councils Gateshead Stadium Gym.

The fundraiser will tie in to the clubs pre-season training schedule which has seen them training throughout various locations within the North East.

Gateshead a storm Secretary Rob Jones commented " we've been planning to do something in 2016 at the club to support the Danny Jones RFL Benevolent Fund. We've asked the players to go out and get sponsorship for the event and it will double up as a good test of fitness for the lads. We've had great support from Bob Gallagher at Gateshead Council and I'd like to thank him for the support."