In March 2019, Perth skateboarder, filmer and friend to many, Blake Manning, was diagnosed with a form of cancer that attacks the body’s immune system: stage four Hodgkin’s lymphoma. At 27, Blake has been skating for almost 20 years, filming since he was in year nine, and is a dedicated disciple of the mighty VX1000. Now in remission for two years, Blake reflects on his battle with cancer, his trip to France midway through, his contact with the late Tully West, and his life post treatment.
One Year Of Misdiagnosed Back Pain
Initially, I thought I twisted something in my lower back. I couldn’t swing my right leg side
