Hometown | Age |
|---|---|
Plaxtol | 18 |
Carrying the Flame through | |
Carrying the Flame on | |

Thomas inspires those around him by living his personal best every day. Thomas was born with cystic fibrosis - a life-limiting condition. His lungs now work at about 50%. He has a grinding medical routine and regular stays in hospital. At 8 he had acute myeloid leukaemia and struggled with months of chemotherapy. And yet...he is a fighter..wanting to be part of his school, striving not to let anyone see how hard he has to work. Thomas is rubbish at games, but goes to the gymn to keep fit. Recently he raced in the round the school challenge..coming in last as they were taking down the flags..but delighted at having done it. He inspires with his love of life and has a wide circle of friends who know he understands their troubles and all that live can throw ar a teenager. He is a personality, starring in the school plays , compering the talent shows , winning an audtion for the National Youth Theatre and recently awarded the drama prize - and has the ambition to keep achieving and just show us all what he can do.