Paralympian Col Pearse flashes the coveted bling.
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Megan Fisher
His heart was pounding. All eyes were on him. He could feel an air of inquisitiveness in the room.
Paralympian swimmer Col Pearse was used to crowds watching his every move, but the nerves were very different walking into a classroom of students from four local primary schools on Wednesday, November 6.
Still, he excelled.
At Zeerust Primary School, Pearse brought his story of overcoming extraordinary obstacles to compete for his country before diving into a stream of autograph signings and photo opportunities with the students.
His Paralympic medals gleamed but didn’t shine as brightly as the students’ smiles.
News photographer Megan Fisher was at the school to capture the golden opportunity.
Col Pearse shares his journey from foot amputation to Paralympic success with the students.
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Megan Fisher
Harston student Charlie Davis getting his shirt signed.
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Megan Fisher
Students had the opportunity to interact with the Paralympian and ask questions.
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Megan Fisher
Col Pearse takes time to meet with the region’s littlest learners.
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Megan Fisher
Zeerust student Tywin Quinlan beams with pride as Col Pearse signs his shirt.
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Megan Fisher
Col Pearse awarded his medals to the students of Dookie Primary School for a photo opportunity.
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Megan Fisher
No stranger to signatures, Col Pearse signs items for the students.
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Megan Fisher
