Description
Mary Peters – Passing the Torch – Sportswomen who Inspire
Passing the Torch is a series of short inspirational stories from established sportswomen across a variety of disciplines, whether in their prime or post competition, and gives a lively insight into their initial motivation, the highs and lows of competing, the physical and mental benefits of exercise and the camaraderie of female sport. Initiated by Lady Mary Peters, who has inspired a generation of athletes, to help to ensure her passion for sport is passed down to young people for many years to come
With the foreword by HRH The Princess Royal
Includes interviews with:
- Lady Mary Peters
- Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill
- Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
- Dame Kelly Holmes
- Sue Barker
- Maria Costello
- Dame Katherine Grainger
- Sally Gunnell
- Christine Ohuruogu
- Caroline O’Hanlon
- Shirley McCay
- Paula Radcliffe
and many others
Mary Peters Passing the Torch is published by Gateway Publishing Ltd and distributed by Chris Andrews Publications Oxford