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Lisa Hainsworth, Laois Rose 2025 entrant. Photo: Alf Harvey
Accomplished Portarlington woman Lisa Hainsworth has thrown her hat into the Laois Rose Selection.
From rugby and marathons, to helping sick children and launching her interiors business, Lisa says "community is at the heart of everything I do".
She told the Leinster Express / Laois Live all about herself, ahead of Laois Rose Selection Night this Good Friday.
"I’m 23 and from Portarlington. I’m honoured to be one of this year’s Laois Rose applicants. I work as a Club Community Rugby Officer and Media Officer for Portarlington RFC, where I coach the U5s and U10 girls’ teams.
"I volunteer with Children in Hospital Ireland, offering support and comfort to children and their parents during difficult times and I’m currently training for the Dublin City Marathon to raise funds for them. Being able to give back through both sport and volunteering is something I care deeply about.
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"I’m studying Interior Design and recently launched my own business, Hainsworth Interiors. I dream of bringing life back to derelict houses and creating homes filled with meaning and history," she said.
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She has previously taken part in the Rose of Tralee Canada selection.
"From 2021-2023 I lived in Vancouver as an au pair, where I cared for three lovely children. During that time, I took part in the Western Canada Rose Selection and was honoured to receive the Moira Quirke Friendship Award, voted on by my fellow Roses.
"I was raised with the belief that giving back to your community is one of the most important things you can do, and that value has shaped much of my life. I’m proud to represent Portarlington Rugby Club, and I’m excited for the journey ahead," Lisa Hainsworth said.
The Laois Rose Selection Night takes place in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise on Friday, April 18, when 17 entrants will be interviewed on stage by Ollie Turner, cheered on by their supporters in the audience. The winner will then be announced who will take part in the televised International Rose of Tralee in Kerry this August.
The Leinster Express / Laois Live is the proud Media Sponsor for the Laois Rose Selection.
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