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18 September, 2024

Penny Smith shares story

LOCAL Paris Olympic bronze medalist Penny Smith spent time with the Rotary Club of Cobden.

By wd-news

Warm welcome: Bronze Olympian Penny Smith spoke with member of the Rotary Club of Cobden about her journey.
Warm welcome: Bronze Olympian Penny Smith spoke with member of the Rotary Club of Cobden about her journey.

Club member Gary Kimber said Ms Smith was a guest speaker at a club meeting recently.

He said she told the more than 20 Rotarians and guests in attendance about her journey over the past 16 years to reach the “pinnacle of her sport”.

“Penny is very passionate about her sport and has masterfully planned to get to the top,” Mr Kimber said.

“She has had amazing support from her family, team, coaches, friends and support staff.

“Penny is a wonderful role model as she now visits schools and various groups telling her journey and hopefully inspiring others to aim for the very best.”

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