Edinburgh’s finest get behind Libby’s bid for gold

The staff at the Edinburgh Royal Blind School, players at Edinburgh Rugby, Scottish Athletics and ESPC colleagues, have recorded their messages to boost Libby as she enters the final phase of her preparation.

Libby is currently European champion for T12 100m and 200m, a 2008 Paralympic silver medallist and, with her personal best just 0.1 second off a world record in 100m, hopes are high for her at London 2012.

Malcolm Cannon, Chief Executive at ESPC said:

"Once you have met Libby you cannot fail to be inspired by her enthusiasm, approach and determination to succeed. She has achieved so much in her mere 22 years and she has not let her disability keep her back. We'd like to give her a boost as she prepares for her shot at the medals.

"Edinburgh boasts a wealth of sporting heroes and we're delighted that they are getting on board with our podcast to and wish Libby every success over the next few weeks."

Fiona Carr, Marketing & Fundraising Manager of Edinburgh's Royal Blind School added:

"We are all so proud of Libby and all that she has achieved. Her determination and resolve has pushed her to the top of her sport and we are lucky to have been part of that very special journey. All the staff and pupils at the Royal Blind School will be cheering loudly as she goes for gold."

Libby suffers from a deteriorating eye condition known as Stargardt's Macular Dystrophy disease giving her only slight peripheral vision in her left eye and is registered blind. Libby attended the Royal Blind School in Edinburgh where she undertook a work placement at ESPC.

Visit the ESPC Team Libby Blog to see the podcast.