Louise Jukes
| Louise Jukes | |||
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| Born |
14 April 1984 Ashford, Kent | ||
| Nationality | British | ||
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| Great Britain | |||
Louise Jukes (born 14 April 1984) is a British handball player. She has played for the British national team, and competed at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.[1] She was born in Ashford, Kent.
Prior to taking up handball, Jukes was a hockey player, representing England at under-18s level and playing for Old Loughtonians Hockey Club. She became a handball player after taking part in the Sporting Giants scheme.[2]
Following the Olympics, Jukes helped found Ipswich Handball Club, alongside David Hendrick.[3]
References[]
- ^ "Louise Jukes". Official site of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Archived from the original on 25 May 2013. Retrieved 29 July 2012.
- ^ https://www.eadt.co.uk/sport/louise-aims-for-olympic-handball-glory-7516696
- ^ https://www.ipswichstar.co.uk/news/we-want-your-memories-of-this-1980s-handball-tournament-in-2779432[bare URL]
External links[]
- Louise Jukes at the British Olympic Association
- Louise Jukes at Olympedia
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