First sporting success? Primary 1 Sports Day running race

Your tip for the top: Always go the extra mile….

First international / ‘big time’ call-up: 2005 against Wales in Celtic Cup (we won)!

How do you feel when you know you are representing your team / country? So proud and always excited 

How and why did you get involved in your sport? Started playing Hockey at school in P.6 and haven’t stopped since!

What is your favourite moment in the history of sport? Dame Kelly Holmes winning the double Gold in Athens 2004 – will never forget her expression and what that moment meant to her

 Who has been the biggest influence on your sporting career? Over the years my family and in particular my Dad

 Any family connections to sport? My brother plays Junior Football and got called up to play for Dundee FC last season (Meant a lot as my brothers are all season ticket holders for the club)!

My husband was Stirling County Rugby Captain for 6 years

 Who has been your toughest opponent and why? Always love getting ready to play the Dutch, although they are the toughest opponents

Three words that describe you: Organised, Hardworking, Loyal

What is your most prized possession? My wedding rings

What is your biggest passion away from sport? Clothes shopping and spending money!

Favourite sport(s) other than your own? Love to play and watch anything really, but probably like getting the chance to play a game of tennis the best

Top tips to relax? Switch off and tune into the TV – cannot beat a good rom-com!

What is your ultimate ambition? To be the best that I can be and achieve the most I can in what I do 

Where do you see yourself in 10 years’ time? Hopefully still leading a sporty life, but maybe not chasing a hockey ball around