Student - Athlete Profile

Ciara Ní Chairbre                                                   

Birth date:  02/06/1993

Where have you lived?  Shankill, Co. Dublin

Primary school you attended:  Sharavogue till 3rd class then Holy Child

Current class rank: Head Girl

Musical instruments you have played : Piano, Guitar

What have you been a part of since your first year in HCK secondary school?

Hockey, Netball, Football, Athletics, 4th Year Musical, Peer Minister, Angel, Prefect

What sports have you represented HCK in and what position did you play?

Hockey; Defender Netball; Wing Attack Football; Mid Field Athletics; Hurdles

What do you believe are the keys to balancing academics and athletics?

Try to do sport or exercise for an hour or two before sitting down to study as this helps you concentrate better.

What advice would you give to younger HCK students regarding academics and sports?

Participate in as much sport as possible and do night study if your house is anywhere near as loud as mine!

What has been your greatest achievement academically?

Getting 600 points in the Leaving Cert

What is your most memorable moment in sports?

Playing our first real football match against cabinteely…and only losing by one goal!!

What is the highest level you have reached in sports?

Playing on the senior A hockey team in school

Describe the commitment required to sustain this level.

Attending every training session, keeping fit, and playing all the matches….rain or shine!!

What is your greatest honor which you are most proud of in your life?

Being voted Head girl

When you are tired what motivates you to keep going?

Listening to upbeat Music and Berocca Boost!

What is your favourite quote?

“Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true”

- Leon J. Suenes

What sporting legend is your idol and why?

Zidane.  He came from a poor Algerian family yet he never let that stop him succeeding his dream.

Who has inspired you the most in life and why?

My year as a whole.  We had the best time together in 6th year and never seemed to get stressed out over study yet we managed to achieve amazing results in the Leaving Cert.

Did you achieve your goals at Holy Child Killiney, if so, what were they?

Yes; To make it through the 9 years without failing an exam or making any enemies!

If there was one thing you could change in this world what would it be?

I love travelling, but I despise Jet lag….so no time zones!!

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