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Irish Blind Sports |
Wed 02 May 12
Our Magnificant 7 Attend Launch of Paralympians Club
7 of our past masters attended last Saturday’s inaugural Paralympian Club launch at Bewleys Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin. The Club is the brainchild of Paralympics Ireland and aims to bring past and present Paralympians together.
1984 400m Paralympic champ Carol Carr was bronzed from her recent holiday inthe Algarve. Tony White, 1992 judo exponent, was also toned up, tuned in and looked ready for another few bouts of sport
Chairman, Michael Clarke, tripple Paralympian, was in super form, enquiring about tweeting and all kinds of technology. Mary, his wonderful wife, was close by Michael, helping everyone.
Gus Dorrington from Seaul 88 spun some great yarns, not printable. Paula Duff Dorrington was very impressive , cheerful and happy Paula was a star of Barcelona 92. Gus did recall travelling to Seoul in 88 under one national governing body only to return to find it gone and replaced by Irish Blind Sports.
Fintan O’Donnell was on hand to introduce us all. Joe Geraghty, a team mate of Fintan,s from NY 84, recorded these notes.
In all, around 30 Paralympians turned out on the day representing the entire 13 Paralympic Games. Irish Visually Impaired sport has been represented at the last 8. Michael Cunningham, was father of affairs, as he competed in 8 of the first 9 Games.
We missed a few old soldiers but, no doubt there will be more days like this. Our thanks to Allianz, Patrick Haskett, David Malone, John Fulham, Patrice Dockery, Fintan and all for bringing us together again.
Mon 14 May 12
London 2012 Paralympic Games: Para Phrasing with Amanda Crotty, athlete
“Watching people like Paralympic double gold medallist Jason Smyth doing so well shows us that it can be done with
Wed 02 May 12
Our Magnificant 7 Attend Launch of Paralympians Club
7 of our past masters attended last Saturday’s inaugural Paralympian Club launch at Bewleys Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin. The Club
Thu 12 April 12
It's Lawn Bowling Time
Starting now for the summer months Lawn Bowling at Irene Bowling Club Grace Park Road
Dublin Every second Thursday at 6.00pm
Open
Wed 02 May 12
Obiturary: Shane Hall 9/11/59 – 14/3/12
Shane was the oldest of the 5 children of John & Mary Hall, 2 boys, 3 girls, all born in
Sat 28 April 12
London 2012 Paralympic Games: Setanta to Broadcast Paralympic Games live
Setanta Sports announced that they will be showing live coverage of the London 2012 Paralympic Games this September. This
Thu 02 February 12
First We Take Arsenal Youth, Then We Take New Players
On Sunday, January 29th, a group of our visually impaired young footballers traveled to London to play a challenge game
Thu 26 April 12
Prof. Michael O'Keefe Guest Speaker at Family Albinism Day
Renowned and eminent eye surgeon, Profesor Michael O’Keefe, is the guest speaker at this year’s Family Albinism Day. The very
Thu 03 May 12
Golf: Adrian Canny Blows Field Awaw at Grangecaste
Report: Paul O’Rahilly, Irish Blind Golf Society.
Adrian Canny took a break from studying for his physiotherapy finals to score 39
Wed 02 May 12
London 2012 Paralympic Games: Para Phrasing with Damien Shaw, Tandem Pilot
From spikes to spokes, from athletics to cycling, Mullingar’s Damien Shaw is quietly making a name for himself.
27 years old
Thu 17 May 12
CampAbilities - A Recipe for Happy Children
Easter mid term break from school brought a special treat for those involved with CampAbilities
Ingredients
3 dozen enthusiastic vision impaired youngsters
Sun 13 May 12
Get Netted!
“Watching people like Jason Smyth doing so well shows us that it can be done with hard work and it’s
Thu 26 April 12
May Swim Offers At Belvedere College
There are five swimming opportunities in May so a swimmer can have all 5 swims for €25 (€12.50 for children)
Thu 03 May 12
RNIB - Unique Tandem Cycling Event to be held at Down Royal Racecourse, Lisburn
Come and join us in Ireland’s unique tandem only sportive!
RNIB NI would like to warmly invite you to come to
Tue 15 May 12
O'Brien Has Some Place To Go
Sean O’Brien emailed Michael and Theresa Lavin with his plan for a great day out in the middle of Euro
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