Age: 30
Home town: Dundonald, South Ayrshire
Sport: Boccia
Events: Individual BC3 & Pairs BC3
Classification: BC3
Coach: Glynn Tromans
When and how did you get involved in sport?
I attended a local sports event for schoolchildren called Ayrshire Sportsability where I was first introduced to Boccia and met Claire Morrison (current Boccia UK Performance Coach) who at the time was a support coach for Scottish Boccia and she invited me to a Scotland squad session and after attending my first competition I was hooked
Career highlights:
- Captaining the BC3 pair to World Championship Silver in 2014 and European Championship Bronze in 2013.
- 4 time British Champion Competing at London 2012 and Rio 2016.
How many Paralympic Games have you competed in?
London 2012, Rio 2016 & Tokyo 2020
What are your ambitions in Tokyo?
I always aim to win every event and Tokyo is no different so the double gold is the dream and I believe I am capable but it’s just about hitting my top level at the right time. After two Games of coming home empty handed, the only successful Games can be to come home with silverware!
Do you have one bit of advice for an aspiring athlete?
Be prepared for a lot of hard work as there is no cutting corners but the results are worth it!
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