The Big Interview: Louise Galvin is rushing for Rio

Louise Galvin may well be the most versatile sportsperson in Ireland. She has played to an elite standard in three sports. Today, she represents her country in a sport she took up less than two years ago. But no challenge Louise Galvin faces will compare to the tragedy she suffered. No defeat will make her forget how precious life is now...

The Big Interview: Louise Galvin is rushing for Rio
Sun, 23 Aug, 2015 - 01:00
Kieran Shannon

‘Life begins at the end of your comfort zone’ — attributed to Neal Donald Walsh.

Life motto of Alan Feeley, 1985-2013

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