University of Sheffield student Fin Goodger will likely long remember leading a group of about forty fellow student runners on a five-kilometre dash from Goodwin Sports Centre to The Moor and back, mainly because he and most participants were wearing only their underpants.
Raising Awareness Through Underwear Fun Run
“Our Ballsy5k event was designed to raise awareness of testicular cancer and publicise the city’s eighth Wilder Fight Night on June 7, while allowing students to make a further distinctive contribution to our adopted city,” explained Fin, who hails from Altrincham in Greater Manchester. “Us running around in brightly coloured undies made people curious and intrigued. My student experience and that of many others has been enhanced by getting involved in Wilder Fight Night, of which the underwear fun runs are part, as we fundraise for The Oddballs Foundation. We aim to have fun, but the message is serious given how many teenage boys and young men face testicular cancer.”
Fin’s Sporting Involvement
Fin’s major sport is football: “I’ve enjoyed playing for the Sheffield University team this year and travelling around the north of England to play against other university teams. I took part in the student boxing show in May 2025. I loved the training. It was physically gruelling and mentally taxing. I drew my bout. I can say that the idea of being hit in the face is worse than the reality. In any case, adrenalin kicks in and you just get on with it. Wearing 16oz gloves means that it’s hard to get hurt, but nonetheless everyone who takes part proves that they’re not lacking in courage, guts even. I was also delighted to raise £300 for The Oddballs Foundation.”
Love for Sheffield
“I love Sheffield. What a great place to be a student. It’s hilly and the people friendly. Lots of greenery and generally clean and tidy. Beautiful parks and close to the Peak District. I plan to remain involved with Wilder and Oddballs. The events are student-led. This year I’m promoting fight night via social media. Next year I hope to be in event management for fight nights and the awesome after-show parties.”
Event Details
Wilder Fight Night 8 takes place on Sunday, June 7, at The Forge Warehouse on Effingham Street. Tickets are available via the FIXR app. Message @fightnightsheffield on Instagram for further information.
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
