S2 Ep54: IBSA World Blind Games 2023, Dixie Dean, Commentator for the Blind Football
Dixie Dean is one of the IBSA World Blind Games 2023 commentators who has been providing the live commentary of the blind football matches of the games on the IBSA YouTube channel and tells our Toby Davey how he got into commentating plus a bit about his connections with blind football at the Royal National College for the Blind in Hereford. Image shows a smiling Dixie and Toby
5m Aug 18, 2023
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S2 Ep53: IBSA World Blind Games, Santiago Jugo Argentina Women’s Blind Football Team in the Semi-Finals Coach
A quick chat with Santiago Jugo, coach of the Argentina Women’s Blind Football Team just after they drew nil - nil with Austria guaranteeing them a place in the semi finals on Sunday. Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo
3m Aug 18, 2023
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S2 Ep52: IBSA World Blind Games, Blind Football Sighted Volunteer Elizabeth Wong
More from the IBSA World Blind Games 2023 as RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey chats with Elizabeth Wong one of the sighted volunteers who is looking after the Blind Football matches. Elizabeth was a Volunteer at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham last year and this is her first time volunteering at a blind games although Elizabeth has had some contact working with blind children as a teacher ...
2m Aug 18, 2023
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S2 Ep51: IBSA World Games 2023 Kicks Off In Birmingham
The IBSA World Games are underway in Birmingham until the 27th Aug 2023. Allan & Toby, met up at the football ground for a look ahead. #RNIBConnect Image shows The German Blind Footballers Practising
4m Aug 17, 2023
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S2 Ep50: Caleb Nanevie Ready For Action at IBSA World Games 2023
GB Goalball star Caleb Nanevie looks ahead to the IBSA World Games 2023. It's the first time the event has been held in the UK and Caleb will be cheered on by many of his own family members for the very first time. He's been talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell For more information on the IBSA World Games 2023 visit www.ibsagames2023.co.uk (http://www.ibsagames2023.co.uk/) Image: RNIB...
6m Aug 15, 2023
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S2 Ep49: Judo Gold Medallist Chris Skelley MBE at the IBSA Games 2023
With the IBSA World Games 2023 coming to Birmingham, we’ve been talking to some of the athletes taking part. Amelia talked to 2021 Judo Gold Medallist, Chris Skelley MBE, before he fights it out on the mat. For more information about the IBSA World Games visit International Blind Sport Federation (IBSA) World Games – 14th – 27th August 2023 (ibsagames2023.co.uk) (https://www.ibsagames2023.co....
5m Aug 15, 2023
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S2 Ep47: Start your own Goalball Club
Thinking about starting a Goalball club? Amelia talked to Alex Bunney from Goalball UK about how they can support you and why they’re excited for the IBSA games. Learn more by visiting the Goalball UK website https://goalballuk.com/ Image: RNIB Connect Radio Bright Green 20th Anniversary Logo.
8m Aug 15, 2023
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S2 Ep48: Evan Molloy Ready for IBSA Games 2023
This summer over 1,250 blind and partially sighted athletes from 70 countries are competing in 10 sports at the IBSA World Games in Burmingham. Our David Hogg caught up with one of them, VI Judoka Evan Molloy.
4m Aug 14, 2023
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S2 Ep46: Look Ahead To Goalball At The IBSA World Games 2023
Let’s look ahead at the IBSA World Games taking place later this month. Our Paulina finds out a bit more about the game of goalball from Goalball Competition Manager Dina Murdie, who has 35 years of coaching and officiating experience with goalball and will overseee the smooth running of the competition at this year's event. For more information about the IBSA World Games visit: International...
7m Aug 09, 2023
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S2 Ep45: Archery Star Ready For IBSA World Games
GB Archery star Clive Jones looks ahead to the IBSA World Games 2023. With athletes from around the globe coming to Birmingham the event is sure to be spectacular. Despite the tough competition though Clive is hoping for a podium finish. He's been talking to RNIB Connect Radio's Barry Snell For more information on the IBSA World Games 2023 visit www.ibsagames2023.co.uk (http://www.ibsagames202...
7m Aug 09, 2023
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S2 Ep44: IBSA World Games Look Ahead With Darren Harris
Before the IBSA World Games get underway in Birmingham in just a few days time, Hywel Davies has been finding out more about what we can expect from the event. For more information on the 2023 IBSA World Games in Birmingham, visit www.ibsagames2023.co.uk
6m Aug 08, 2023
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S2 Ep43: IBSA World Games 2023: Ayman Hafiz Interview
In preparation for the IBSA World Games 2023, we've been catching up with some of the athletes taking part. In this episode, Hubert catches up with England Women's Blind Football player Ayman Hafiz.
9m Aug 08, 2023
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S2 Ep41: Ospreys VI Rugby Launch Training Sessions - Mona Jethwa
The game of VI Rugby continues to grow in South Wales. Hywel Davies has been speaking to one of the game’s newest players. For more information on the Ospreys VI Rugby Side, visit their website: Ospreys Visually Impaired (VI) Rugby | Ospreys (ospreysrugby.com) (https://www.ospreysrugby.com/community/sport-physical-activity/ospreys-visually-impaired-vi-rugby) If you're interested in talking pa...
5m Jul 18, 2023
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S2 Ep42: Latest News From British Blind Sport
Each month RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell talks with the team at British Blind Sport to discuss some of their big stories, encourage you to come along to their events and look at ways to encourage blind and partially sighted people to get active, whatever their ability or fitness level. This month, their CEO, Alaina MacGregor, gives us the latest news on the IBSA World Games which start on...
7m Jul 18, 2023
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S2 Ep40: World Triathlon Para Series Returns To Swansea
The World Triathlon Para Series is heading back to Swansea this weekend. Hywel Davies finds out how you can get involved. You can find more information on the British Triathlon website - 2023 World Triathlon Para Series Swansea – British Triathlon (https://www.britishtriathlon.org/events/major-events/world-triathlon-para-series-swansea)
6m Jul 13, 2023
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S2 Ep39: EWBG Summer Update and finding community through Blind Golf
Time for a Summer update with England and Wales Blind Golf (EWBG). Amelia talked to sighted guide, volunteer co-ordinator and organiser Di Daniels about their recent Strokeplay championships and heard the amazing story of B1 Spanish Open Champion, Billy McAllister, who found hope and community through blind golf after losing his sight overnight. Go to ewblindgolf.co.uk (https://ewblindgolf.co...
8m Jul 06, 2023
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S1 Ep1741: British Blind Sport's Ian Isham On The 'See Sport Differently' Campaign
The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Hywel speaks to British Blind Sport’s Ian Isham about the impact of the campaign so far. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/) Image shows a logo. Atop a white background ...
6m Jun 30, 2023
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S1 Ep1739: Charity Chief Exec’s Weekly Update 24/06/23
Each week we chat with RNIB’s CEO Matt Stringer to discuss the big news affecting the charity. This week’s update was recorded during the RNIB Scotland, inclusive Design for Sustainability conference held at the Glasgow Science Centre 21 / 22 June 2023. Matt began his update by reflecting on the first day of the conference, mentioning some of the conference Key Speaker presentations, how tech...
5m Jun 24, 2023
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S1 Ep1740: Cycling Over 1000 Miles For A Good Cause
Keen cyclists, Beth and Cheryl are hoping to make a difference this summer as they prepare to cycle the length of UK, so a journey of over 1,000 miles, all in support of their local Tandem cycling club. Beth and Cheryl are in the middle of preparations for their trip, but they managed to make some time in their busy schedule to catch up with our Paulina Kuchorew. You can support their ride he...
8m Jun 23, 2023
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S1 Ep1739: Forthcoming Sport And Leisure Taster Sessions For Blind And Partially Sighted People
British Blind Sport run Have A Go Day taster sessions across many locations, giving blind and partially sighted people the chance to try different activities, with opportunities to take them up on a more regular basis. There’s also going to be a, similar, Activation Zone at August’s IBSA World Games in Birmingham. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Ian Isham and Victoria Cook to find...
5m Jun 23, 2023
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S1 Ep1739: It’s One Of The Fastest Growing Sports For Blind & Partially Sighted People
Blind and partially sighted tennis is, globally, one of the fastest growing sports for people with a sight loss condition. It’s growth has now reached world tournaments, including the IBSA World Games which is coming to Birmingham in August 2023. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Frankie Rohan, a blind tennis coach, to learn more about the sport. If you’d like more info on accessib...
7m Jun 23, 2023
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S1 Ep1738: Cyreeta Donaldson is a See Sport Differently Champion
The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Hywel speaks to See Sport Differently Champion Cyreeta Donaldson about getting back into exercise after becoming a mum. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/) Image shows a...
4m Jun 14, 2023
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S1 Ep1737: See Sport Differently Champion Patricia McKnight
The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Now, we find out more about how Patricia McKnight's life was changed when she walked into her local leisure centre. Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the shape of a running t...
7m Jun 12, 2023
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S1 Ep1736: Megan Price - See Sport Differently Champion
The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Hywel speaks to Megan Price, who after a difficult start with sport, found her place in Goalball. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/) Image shows a logo. Atop a white ba...
7m Jun 06, 2023
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S1 Ep1735: Ken Reid Gets On His Bike - See Sport Differently
The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Ken Reid talks about  tandem cycling, swimming and setting achievable goals. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/) Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes ru...
8m Jun 01, 2023
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S1 Ep1734: Gordon Harries Talks About The Benefits of Sport
Barry Snell chats to Gordon Harries about his love of bowling, sight loss and the benefits of getting involved in sport and exercise Take the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz (http://seesportdifferently.org.uk/Quiz) Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, they take the shape of a runn...
7m May 31, 2023
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S1 Ep1733: Paul Russell Sees Sport Differently
Barry Snell chats to Paul Russell about his love of Sport and the various blind sports he has been involved with. Paul also discusses some of the difficult challenges he has faced because of his sight loss. Take the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz (http://seesportdifferently.org.uk/Quiz) Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run at an angle na...
7m May 31, 2023
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S1 Ep1730: Metro Blind Sport - Athletics Open and Fun Day 24/25 June 2023
In Metro Blind Sport’s 50th anniversary golden year at Mile End Stadium in East London over the weekend of Saturday 24th June and Sunday 25th June they will be holding their 45th free Athletics Open and Fun Day. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Gareth Dawson from Metro Blind Sport to find out more about this free fun-filled family sporty day out for everyone. Gareth began by tel...
8m May 26, 2023
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S1 Ep1732: Scottish Charity Giving People With Disabilities The Chance To Golf
Scottish Disability Golf and Curling gives people, with a range of disabilities, the opportunity to get professional coaching and golf sessions, even if they’ve never held a club before. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales, from SDGC, to find out more. If you’d like more info, go to www.scottishdgc.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripe...
7m May 26, 2023
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S1 Ep1731: Alessio Verrecchia RNIB See Sport Differently Champion
David Hogg chats to RNIB See Sport Differently Champion Alessio Verrecchia about his sight loss and sporting achievements Whoever you are, there’s an activity for you – and that’s a big part of the message we’re trying to spread. Getting active isn’t about being the best. It’s about moving more, meeting people, and having fun. Take the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/...
4m May 25, 2023
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S1 Ep1731: George Sullivan RNIB See Sport Differently Champion
Now David Hogg speaks to RNIB See Sport Differently Champion George Sullivan about his sporting achievements and ways to get involved in sports when you have sight loss. To take part in the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, they take the shape of...
5m May 25, 2023
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S1 Ep1729: Yaya Pandor, See Sport Differently and Brazilian jiu-jitsu
See Sport Differently is RNIB's new initiative to get more people with sight loss feeling the benefits of sport and exercise, with that in mind, our David Hogg chats to Yaya Pandor about his love of Brazilian Ju-Jitsu and how sport has benefited him. Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the shape of a runn...
6m May 25, 2023
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S1 Ep1729: Runner And Archer Tony Barclay MBE - See Sport Differently
The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Now, we find out more about the impact that sport has made to one man. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/) Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at a...
8m May 24, 2023
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S1 Ep1728: See Sport Differently Campaign Launches
There’s a new campaign designed to get blind and partially sighted people to be more active.  Hywel Davies speaks to RNIB's Gareth Davies to hear more about ‘See Sport Differently’. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB (https://www.rnib.org.uk/our-campaigns/see-sport-differently/) Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing d...
7m May 24, 2023
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S1 Ep1730: Weekly Footy Update With Dave Clarke - 22 May 2023
Looking back at an exciting weekend of football, once again it's our Allan Russell and Paralympian and Chief Executive of the British Paralympic Association, Dave Clarke. Listen out for another catch up with Dave next Monday on the Daily Connect from 9 AM and the Afternoon Edition from 3 PM. Image is a headshot of Dave smiling at the camera.
10m May 22, 2023
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S1 Ep1712: International Athletes Get Ready To Head To World Blind Games.
August 2023 will se almost 70 countries send their blind and partially sighted athletes to Birmingham, UK, to compete in the IBSA World Games. The global event includes qualifiers for some of the sports you’ll see as part of the Paralympics. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, from British Blind Sport, and Matthew Clayton, from Blind Sports Australia, to discuss the ...
9m May 19, 2023
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S1 Ep1711: Running Blind Self Published Book by Guide Dog Owner Helen McCann
There is a famous phrase or saying that goes along the lines of ‘everyone has a book inside them’ which might be true but what about the challenges of not only writing your first book but self publishing it too. RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Helen McCann a Guide Dog Owner from Somerset who has not only written her first book ‘Running Blind’ but is also self publishing the book...
13m May 17, 2023
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S1 Ep1710: England and Wales Blind Golf return from the World Championships
England and Wales Blind Golf took a visit to South Africa for the long-awaited World Championships and South African Open. Amelia got and update from Secretary and B2 World Champion Andy Gilford, and heard from 86-year-old golfer Danny and his wife and sighted guide Di about what the sport means to them. Go to ewblindgolf.co.uk (https://ewblindgolf.co.uk/) to learn more about Blind Golf. Ima...
11m May 11, 2023
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S1 Ep1667: England's Partially Sighted Football Side Train For Success
The countdown is well underway for a great summer of para sports. Hywel Davies caught up with Adam Lione from the England Partially Sighted Football side, to hear about their latest training camp. Image: Adam kicking the ball while taking part in a football training session.
9m May 09, 2023
9m
S1 Ep1666: Ramblers Have A New President
Ramblers GB encourages us to get out and about to improve our physical and mental health. As well as showing us great walks, for all abilities, their volunteers maintain and look after a great many routes for us to enjoy. The association has just unveiled it’s new President who’s dedicated to growing our interest in getting out and about. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Tom Platt...
8m Apr 12, 2023
8m
S1 Ep1642: European Blind Football League Comes To Hereford
Saturday April 8th will see the latest round of matches for the European Blind Football League come to Hereford. The Royal National College for the Blind will not only host the matches, their own team will be taking part. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Coach Adam Bendall and 1 of their players, Kieran Clarke, to find out more… You can watch the matches, with audio described comm...
7m Apr 06, 2023
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S1 Ep1641: VI Archer Clive Jones
Ahead of the World Blind Games in Birmingham this summer, we’re getting to know some of the athletes taking part. Hywel Davies has been speaking to Archer Clive Jones. You can find out more about finding a sport that’s right for you by visiting the British Blind Sport activity finder – www.britishblindsport.org.uk/see-sport-differently
9m Apr 04, 2023
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S1 Ep1640: Dance Classes for VI students from Step Change Studios
Step Change Studios is an award-winning dance company which provides classes for all abilities and ages. Amelia talked to Step Change Studio founder, Dr Rashmi Becker MBE, about how the company began, their upcoming free Bollywood and Latin dance classes for blind and partially sighted students and how they're making dance more inclusive by providing training for fitness and dance professional...
12m Mar 23, 2023
12m
S1 Ep1637: Dragons Host VI Rugby Sessions For Young People
If you know a young person who’s looking for a new challenge, VI Rugby might be the answer, as Hywel Davies finds out. To find out more information about the Dragons VI Rugby sessions, contact Inclusion Officer Karen Burgess via email at karen.burgess@dragonsrugby.wales (mailto:karen.burgess@dragonsrugby.wales)
5m Mar 21, 2023
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S1 Ep1579: Making Sport And Leisure Opportunities Accessible
British Blind Sport has launched new training sessions to help organisations from across the private, public and 3rd sectors, make their sport and leisure activities accessible and inclusive for blind and partially sighted people of all ages. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Frankie, from BBS, to find out more. You can get more info on the training and the work of BBS by visiting w...
8m Mar 17, 2023
8m
S1 Ep1578: Goalball, VI Tennis and Tandem Cycling in Glasgow
Are you looking to get out and about? With more on how you can keep active in the Glasgow area, here's David Hogg.
7m Mar 14, 2023
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S1 Ep1577: RNIB Kiltwalk Ambassador 2023 Shona Black
Every year, thousands of people take part in the Kiltwalk to raise money for their chosen charity. David Hogg spoke with this year's RNIB Kiltwalk Ambassador Shona Black about her preparations for the event and how you can get involved.
3m Mar 13, 2023
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S1 Ep1576: World Games On Track For Birmingham Launch
The International Blind Sport Federation, IBSA, will showcase some of the best blind and partially sighted athletes in it’s world games, when it comes to Birmingham in August 2023. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to John Timms, Event Director, to find out how plans are progressing for the global event. If you’d like more info on the games, go to www.ibsagames2023.co.uk (https://eur0...
5m Mar 08, 2023
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S1 Ep1575: Fancy A Dip?
British Blind Sport is taking bookings for it’s annual swimming gala and there’s something for non swimmers and those who want to take things to a more professional level. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Ian Isham, from BBS, to find out more about the day and how to register. You can get more from www.britishblindsport.org.uk (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=h...
5m Feb 21, 2023
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S1 Ep1574: Britain’s Most Decorated Winter Paralympian, Menna Fitzpatrick Wins Silver and Bronze at the 2023 Para Alpine Worlds
Visually impaired skier Menna Fitzpatrick became Britain’s most decorated Paralympic skier after winning a silver and bronze medal at the 2022 Beijing Winter Paralympic Games with her guide skier Gary Smith. Menna and her guide skier Katie Guest have just come back from the 2023 Para Alpine World Championships in Spain with a silver in the Giant Slalom and a bronze in the Slalom to add to Menn...
12m Feb 10, 2023
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