Young Offaly golfer sets out after sister's footsteps
Exciting times for Rahan students
A YOUNG Offaly golfer is setting out after the footsteps of her older sister who has emerged as one of the top amateur golfers in Ireland.
Kate Cantwell, a student at Rahan National School, had a very nice win on the Irish Kids Golf Tour last week. She won the Girls 10 and Under Ulster Trophy at the PGA National course at the Slieve Russell Hotel, Cavan.
She is the younger sister of Ella Cantwell, who has made tremendous progress on the Irish amateur circuit in recent years. Ella recently won the inaugural West of Ireland Championship and even though she will only be sitting her Leaving Certificate in Killina Presentation Secondary School next year, she is assured of a golf scholarship to a college in Texas in the USA.
Kate is a few years younger but is already showing early potential in golf while she is also talented at other sports, including basketball. Also a member of Esker Hills Golf Club, she got the win ahead of second placed Lauren O'Neill, Carton House and Valentina Harkin, Foyle Golf Academy, Derry.