There's been a lot of media interest in Blind Ambition. I recently did fabulous and very enjoyable interviews with Carolyn Stewart at U105, Candy Divine at Downtown Radio, Maurice Boland at Talk Radio Europe and George Ellis at BFBS Radio.
Latest News on Book Signings
I am delighted to announce that in conjunction with the Library Service N.I., I'll be visiting some of our lovely new libraries around the Province. Everyone is most welcome, so please come along and say hello and have your copy personally signed by myself. The dates and venues are as follows:-
1st Dec Ballymena Library, from 7.30pm.
3rd Dec Bangor Library, from 8pm.
4th Dec First Steps Women's Centre, from 11am.
7th Dec Grove Library, Belfast, from 7pm.
11th Dec Lisburn Library, time to be confirmed.
I look forward to meeting and chatting with many of you.
Monday 16 November 2009
Tuesday 3 November 2009
Book Launch
Thurs 29th Oct saw the launch of my autobiography, Blind Ambition, at the First Step Women's Centre, Dungannon. There was a great turn out with many friends attending from the worlds of sport, media and show biz.
My sincerest thanks to N.I.'s favourite sports presenter, Jackie Fullerton, who spoke and did a fabulous job as Master of Ceremonies. Many thanks also to the Mayor's of both Dungannon and Lisburn, who took time out of their busy schedules to come along.
Special thanks must go to the staff and centre manager, Michael McGoldrick, who pulled out all the stops to ensure the day was a complete success.
A fabulous day was had by all!.
There has been great media interest in the book. I flew home on Fri 23rd Oct, from intensive training at Xtreme Gene in Cordoba, Spain, to appear on the Late Late Show, with the terrific Ryan Tubridy and I've just returned from Dublin after radio interviews on 4FM's Saturday Magazine Show and 2FM's Sports Bag with Robbie Irwin.
Coming up this week is U105's Lunchtime Bistro with Carolyn Stewart on Mon 2nd Nov, UTV Life on Thurs 5th Nov at 10.30pm and Downtown's Candy Divine Show on Sat 7th around 2.30pm. Sat 14th Nov will be
Blind Ambition is now in all good book shops, so please, enjoy the read and don't hesitate to come along to my book signings to have your copy personally signed.
The book signings will take place on:-
1st Dec at Ballamena Library
3rd Dec at Bangor Library
7th Dec at Grove Library, Shore Road, Belfast
Hope to see you there.
My sincerest thanks to N.I.'s favourite sports presenter, Jackie Fullerton, who spoke and did a fabulous job as Master of Ceremonies. Many thanks also to the Mayor's of both Dungannon and Lisburn, who took time out of their busy schedules to come along.
Special thanks must go to the staff and centre manager, Michael McGoldrick, who pulled out all the stops to ensure the day was a complete success.
A fabulous day was had by all!.
There has been great media interest in the book. I flew home on Fri 23rd Oct, from intensive training at Xtreme Gene in Cordoba, Spain, to appear on the Late Late Show, with the terrific Ryan Tubridy and I've just returned from Dublin after radio interviews on 4FM's Saturday Magazine Show and 2FM's Sports Bag with Robbie Irwin.
Coming up this week is U105's Lunchtime Bistro with Carolyn Stewart on Mon 2nd Nov, UTV Life on Thurs 5th Nov at 10.30pm and Downtown's Candy Divine Show on Sat 7th around 2.30pm. Sat 14th Nov will be
Blind Ambition is now in all good book shops, so please, enjoy the read and don't hesitate to come along to my book signings to have your copy personally signed.
The book signings will take place on:-
1st Dec at Ballamena Library
3rd Dec at Bangor Library
7th Dec at Grove Library, Shore Road, Belfast
Hope to see you there.
Monday 26 October 2009
I was very disappointed in having to miss the 2009 World Championships at the end of August, but, I am now back into ttraining and have just completed two intensive training camps with my coach, Matt Southam, at Xtreme Gene Water Ski and Wake Board Centre, Cordoba, Spain. Recovery from the recent surgery is going well and it's great to be back on the water and back into the routine of training.
The big news is.....the launch of my autobiography, Blind Ambition.
I flew into Dublin from Cordoba on Friday evening to appear on RTE's Late Late Show. Presenter, Ryan Toberty was fabulous and I enjoyed chatting with him.
My book launch will take place on Thurs 29th October at the First Step Womens Centre, 21 William Street, Dungannon at 11a.m..
I recently visited the centre to speak and present awards and when the centre Manager, Michael McGoldrick, asked me if I would like to launch my autobiography with them, I was absolutely delighted. I couldn't think of a better venue, as my book is both motivational and inspirational and I hope it will give hope and encouragement to others.
Blind Ambition is available from Fri 30th Oct, in all good book shops and direct from:-
gillmacmillan.ie
Amazon.co.uk
The book will take you on an amazing journey, full of highs and lows, laughter and tears, so I hope you enjoy it and please feel free to contact me through the web site with any comments.
The big news is.....the launch of my autobiography, Blind Ambition.
I flew into Dublin from Cordoba on Friday evening to appear on RTE's Late Late Show. Presenter, Ryan Toberty was fabulous and I enjoyed chatting with him.
My book launch will take place on Thurs 29th October at the First Step Womens Centre, 21 William Street, Dungannon at 11a.m..
I recently visited the centre to speak and present awards and when the centre Manager, Michael McGoldrick, asked me if I would like to launch my autobiography with them, I was absolutely delighted. I couldn't think of a better venue, as my book is both motivational and inspirational and I hope it will give hope and encouragement to others.
Blind Ambition is available from Fri 30th Oct, in all good book shops and direct from:-
gillmacmillan.ie
Amazon.co.uk
The book will take you on an amazing journey, full of highs and lows, laughter and tears, so I hope you enjoy it and please feel free to contact me through the web site with any comments.
Monday 17 August 2009
Surgery and new book
At the end of April, I went into hospital again for more surgery, which is still ongoing from the accident in 2004. Unfortunately, the operation took a lot longer than expected, lasting almost 9hrs.
Recovery from such a lengthy procedure takes time and as I will not be up to full fitness by the end of August, it was decided, that I would not go to compete at the 2009 World Disabled Championships, which are being held in Viche, France from 31st Aug-7th Sept.
I am following a structured recovery programme with Sports Institute N.I. and hope to start slowly back on the water, soon.
The exciting news is.......The big book launch!!!.
My autobiography, Blind Ambition is now finished and the date for the book launch is29th Oct.
You can pre order your copy now from publishers, Gill and MacMillan.
Link: www.gillmacmillan.ie
Watch this space.....for more news on the upcoming book.
Recovery from such a lengthy procedure takes time and as I will not be up to full fitness by the end of August, it was decided, that I would not go to compete at the 2009 World Disabled Championships, which are being held in Viche, France from 31st Aug-7th Sept.
I am following a structured recovery programme with Sports Institute N.I. and hope to start slowly back on the water, soon.
The exciting news is.......The big book launch!!!.
My autobiography, Blind Ambition is now finished and the date for the book launch is29th Oct.
You can pre order your copy now from publishers, Gill and MacMillan.
Link: www.gillmacmillan.ie
Watch this space.....for more news on the upcoming book.
Saturday 1 August 2009
Monday 22 June 2009
Tuesday 9 June 2009
Thursday 28 May 2009
Friday 22 May 2009
More about the last few weeks...
Hi all,
I started 2009 working hard in the gym and swimming pool with my Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Sports Institute N.I.. It’s essential to have a very good level of fitness before going off for winter training.
I headed off to Xtreme Gene Water Ski and Wake Board School in Cordoba, Spain, at the end of February for two weeks intensive training with Coach, Mathew Southam. It was great to be back on the water and at last, I got to try out my new slalom ski, the Prophecy, which was kindly sponsored by Connelly Skis Inc.. I quickly got to grips with the new ski, it’s fast, smooth and very light. I just love it!!!. Matt changed my style of slalom ski-ing and I was making good progress, but, then disaster struck. The ski school was broken into and both of my trick skis were stolen, along with other wake boards and equipment. It was very annoying, but, I was very upset at the loss of my 48inch black and yellow, custom trick ski,
which was specially made for me by Connelly.
I returned home for two weeks, then went back to Xtreme Gene for another intensive ski camp. The weather improved on my second trip and I was quite relieved, as a film crew came out to the lake to film the action for a Sky programme, which will go out later this season.
On the 18th April, I had the Freedom of the City of Lisburn confered upon me. In ancient times, having the key to the city, meant you could graze your sheep anywhere in the town. Nowadays, you become a representative and ambassador for your city and country. I am deeply honoured and very priviledged to have such a prestigious title bestowed upon me and hope I can be a worthy ambassador for Lisburn and N.I.. It was a magical day and one which I will treasure for ever.
Catch the Freedom of the City Ceremony on:-
Link: www.lisburncity.gov.uk
I have just finished my autobiography, Blind Ambition!!!. The book launch will take place in the autumn. So watch this space!!!......
I started 2009 working hard in the gym and swimming pool with my Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Sports Institute N.I.. It’s essential to have a very good level of fitness before going off for winter training.
I headed off to Xtreme Gene Water Ski and Wake Board School in Cordoba, Spain, at the end of February for two weeks intensive training with Coach, Mathew Southam. It was great to be back on the water and at last, I got to try out my new slalom ski, the Prophecy, which was kindly sponsored by Connelly Skis Inc.. I quickly got to grips with the new ski, it’s fast, smooth and very light. I just love it!!!. Matt changed my style of slalom ski-ing and I was making good progress, but, then disaster struck. The ski school was broken into and both of my trick skis were stolen, along with other wake boards and equipment. It was very annoying, but, I was very upset at the loss of my 48inch black and yellow, custom trick ski,
which was specially made for me by Connelly.
I returned home for two weeks, then went back to Xtreme Gene for another intensive ski camp. The weather improved on my second trip and I was quite relieved, as a film crew came out to the lake to film the action for a Sky programme, which will go out later this season.
On the 18th April, I had the Freedom of the City of Lisburn confered upon me. In ancient times, having the key to the city, meant you could graze your sheep anywhere in the town. Nowadays, you become a representative and ambassador for your city and country. I am deeply honoured and very priviledged to have such a prestigious title bestowed upon me and hope I can be a worthy ambassador for Lisburn and N.I.. It was a magical day and one which I will treasure for ever.
Catch the Freedom of the City Ceremony on:-
Link: www.lisburncity.gov.uk
I have just finished my autobiography, Blind Ambition!!!. The book launch will take place in the autumn. So watch this space!!!......
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