Press Release
28 July 2014
Congratulations to Erraid!
Many congratulations to local swimmer Erraid Davies, who’ll be taking home a bronze medal after competing in the 100m breaststroke para sport finals of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Thirteen year old Erraid is the youngest athlete in the Scottish team – and the youngest ever Commonwealth medal winner. She attends the Anderson High School, and trains with the Delting Dolphins.
Shetland Islands Council’s Depute Convener Cecil Smith: “This is a fantastic achievement. Erraid has captured the world’s attention with her impressive performance and winning smile, and I’d like to pass on the congratulations of the SIC as well as my own praise for her tremendous efforts.”
Valerie Nicolson, head teacher at Anderson High School: “The smile we saw on the podium last night is the lass that we see in school every day. We are absolutely delighted to see Erraid’s success. She manages to balance the demands of her training schedule and school life so well. We hope she enjoys the rest of her time in Glasgow, and really look forward to seeing her and her medal when she returns.”
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