Louise Hunt Skelley PLY and Chris Hunt Skelley MBE PLY are a respected sporting duo, best known for competing on the world stage at the Paralympics, World Championships, and many other sporting events. Having met in the build-up to the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio, the talented couple have taken the sporting industry by storm and are inspirations to audiences globally. When looking to hire an empowering pair with incredible stories to share, do not hesitate in hiring Louise and Chris.
With Chris facing Ocular Albinism and Louise being diagnosed with Spinal Bifida, they have both developed a ‘can do’ attitude in all aspects of life and are respected for their remarkable sporting careers. As a wheelchair tennis player, Louise has adjusted her lifestyle to ensure that her diagnosis does not limit her in any way. Ranked 10th in the world at the peak of her career, she caught the eye of Chris and he has ‘never looked back’. A driven individual, Chris has also become a successful sportsman, specialising in VI Judoka. Having both been diagnosed with life-changing disabilities at a young age, Chris and Louise have continuously supported each other throughout the highs and lows of the industry.
Sharing a great level of resilience, the elite athletes have worked together to achieve a great level of success, both in and out of competitive sports. Having retired in 2021, Louise regularly appears as a commentator and presenter for a variety of high-profile sporting events, such as the Paralympics and The Championships at Wimbledon. Working together as a team, they have both continued to develop their own careers, whilst supporting each other during their joint ventures.
A profound pair, Louise Hunt Skelley PLY and Chris Hunt Skelley MBE PLY are now highly sought-after for a variety of events. Together, they share the difficulties of two athletes living together, dealing with aspects of their disabilities, inclusion within sports, and many other captivating topics. When looking to hire a passionate sporting due to attend your event, look no further than Chris and Louise!
How to hire Louise & Chris Hunt Skelley
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Louise & Chris Hunt Skelley for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Louise and Chris Hunt Skelley's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Disability
- Access
- Sport
- Resilience
- The Dynamic of Success and Failure
- What Sport Has Taught Them
- Teamwork
- Use of Inclusive Language
- Being a Couple With Different Physical Challenges