Age: 52
Home town: Edinburgh
Sport: Wheelchair curling
Club: Lothian Wheelchair Curling Club
Coach: Sheila Swan
When and how did you get involved in sport?
I got involved in curling in 2015. I previously played wheelchair basketball but had to retire due to injury. My first ever basketball coach was Tom Killin, who went on to be a ParalympicsGB wheelchair curler. He asked me along to give it a try and from then on I was hooked! Ever since, he has always been there for me whenever I need advice and help. A massive influence on me.
How many Paralympic Games have you competed in?
None.
What are your ambitions for Beijing?
Like any athlete, your ambition must be going for gold, or at least medal. Time will tell if it happens. It requires us to all keep working hard and going in the same direction and have a bit of luck on the way, then who knows what will happen!
Do you have one piece of advice for an aspiring athlete?
Persevere! Keep working hard on every aspect of training as every small gain adds up. No matter how hard things get, never give up on your dreams!
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