ABOUT LUCY
More than a Paralympian
From a life-changing accident to Paralympic medallist, Lucy's journey is a story of resilience, determination and discovering what's possible.
29th JULY 2001
Everything changed in an instant.
Shortly after completing her final year of university, Lucy was involved in a motorbike accident that left her paralysed from the chest down. Faced with rebuilding her future she discovered a determination she never knew she possessed.
A NEW CHAPTER
One Introduction Changed Everything
During rehabilitation, Lucy was introduced to wheelchair tennis by Paralympic legend Pete Norfolk OBE.
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What began as a way to stay active quickly became a passion. A few years later, she was representing Great Britain.
2001
Motorbike accident
2002
Introduced to wheelchair tennis
2008
Paralympic Debut
2012
First Paralympic Medal
2016
Second Paralympic Bronze
2020
Paralympic Finalist, Silver Medal
2024
ParalympicsGB Flag Bearer, Paris
LONDON 2012 PARALYMPIC GAMES
GB's first women's wheelchair tennis medal
RIO 2016 PARALYMPIC GAMES
Back-to-back Paralympic success.
TOKYO 2020 PARALYMPIC GAMES
Historic silver medal.
MORE THAN TENNIS
Using sport to create impact
Whether mentoring young athletes, championing inclusion, or sharing her experiences with audiences around the world, Lucy is passionate about helping others recognise their potential and overcome barriers.
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Through her work with the Youth Sport Trust and Bright Ideas for Tennis, Lucy helps young people build confidence, resilience and ambition, while championing greater accessibility and inclusion within sport. Lucy believes that everyone should have the opportunity to discover what they are capable of, regardless of the challenges they face.
