PE Teacher given pivotal role in 2012 London Olympics

A PE teacher is hoping to make a difference during the 2012 London Olympic Games.

Hilary MacGuire is under starters orders after being selected as a ‘Games Maker’ for the prestigious event.

Hilary, who teaches at Lenzie Academy, will be a member of the equipment team, ensuring athletes have all they need at the Olympic stadium.

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The Lenzie Academy teacher, from Milton of Campsie, has been involved with athletics from the age of 12 and has competed for Scotland in sprint hurdle events.

She said: “I’m really excited to be taking part. I was there for the opening of the new stadium. It’s awesome and a legacy for the future.”

The Olympic Games run from July 27 to August 12.

For the full story see this week’s Herald.

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