A young Islander - who's used to skating her way to success on the mainland - is continuing to exercise her talent, thanks to her Father who's built her an essential piece of kit.
Niton Primary School pupil Martha Eggleton has been replacing PE lessons with skateboarding thanks to a bespoke mini-ramp built by her dad Rob.
He's built a half-pipe wooden ramp that curves up at both ends, which allows skateboarders to perform jumps, tricks and turns.
Martha regularly represents the Island when she travels to the mainland to visit skate parks for events and training sessions, but coronavirus has put that on hold.
Martha said:
“I missed being able to go to skate parks and John Cattle’s skate club. I have asked my Mum and Dad for a ramp for a long time. It makes home school way more fun. My little brother loves to roll on it too. Can’t wait to skate with everyone again when it’s safe and lock down changes. I am excited to take what I have learnt at home to other parks. I love skateboarding!”
Stuart James, Wightlink’s Director of Marketing and Innovation, said:
“We have heard so many stories of how the athletes we support are adapting to the new way of life since the coronavirus outbreak. We are really impressed with the dedication they are showing to their chosen sports and also by the ingenious ways that they come up with to keep on doing what they love.
“Martha is really lucky to be able to continue to practice her skateboarding tricks and we look forward to welcoming her back onboard once it is safe for her skating events to resume. When she broke her leg in a skateboarding accident last year everyone at Wightlink was so impressed by the way she bounced back. With that sort of attitude as well as the support of her family, we are sure that Martha will be a success in whatever she turns her hand – or feet – to.”
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