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Suffering with anxiety, Simone Hamill admits she probably didn’t go anywhere or socialise a decade ago. ‌

But when her son started judo classes it not only reignited a spark for the sport she had enjoyed as a youth, it gave her the drive to help other women feel comfortable taking part. ‌

After becoming a dedicated member of Hamilton Judo Club’s Inclusion class, she has been hailed for her efforts in creating a welcoming space for females and championing disability sessions. ‌

Now, she has been honoured with JudoScotland’s Volunteer of the Year Award and credits the sport with totally changing her life.

The honour that she received is part of the JudoScotland Community Awards, a national initiative that recognises the hard work and commitment of judo volunteers acr

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