James notches up another transplant medal

Transplant Games in South AfricaTransplant athlete James Nolan has added yet another medal to his collection, a silver in the Golf Pairs at the World Transplant Games in Durban, writes Gwen O'Donoghue.

On the second day of the Games, James (above right) and partner Brian Carney from Killester, Dublin, came second with a combined score of 46 points. They lost a countback over the last six holes.

South Africa took first place and Thailand was placed third. James Nolan said the two are 'absolutely thrilled' with their win. "The Games are a wonderful experience."

For more information on the 19th World Transplant Games and Transplant Team Ireland, visit the team blog, Twitter, and Facebook.

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