Lanarkshire's ice-cool skaters are living the Olympics dream

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All eyes will be on Lanarkshire skater girls Jennifer Gibson and Megan Cassidy next week when they put on an ice-cool performance in an inaugural competition that could see them progressing to compete on a world stage.Jennifer, 26, of Carfin, Motherwell, and 22-year-old Megan, of Shawhead, Coatbridge, will be among 73 athletes from across Scotland, England and Wales who will represent their region in the first Special Olympics GB National Winter Games – a prestigious competition for people with intellectual (learning) disabilities.On Saturday, they’ll jet out with their parents to Flogaria, Trento, Italy, where they will showcase their skills as accomplished and enthusiastic figure skaters.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android These Games will act as the pinnacle of the Special Olympics GB Winter Sport Programme, as well as being a qualification opportunity for those athletes who aspire to be selected for the Torino 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games.The confidence of both young women has soared since they first took to the ice to overcome the barriers often faced by young people who have an intellectual disability.Now, there’s no stopping Jennifer and Megan who are proving that, by participating in inclusive sport, they can turn the spotlight on their abilities rather than their disabilities