Oh my God, this Irish girl can run : The rise and rise of Nadia Power
An in-depth look at the 23-year-old DCU student, after her incredible few weeks. By Paul Fennessy Wednesday 3 Mar 2021, 8:41 PM Mar 3rd 2021, 8:41 PM 47,088 Views 11 Comments
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A COUPLE of years ago, Nadia Power made a decision that looked destined to have a major impact on her career.
A hugely talented athlete as a youngster, the Dubliner’s prowess ensured US colleges were lining up to recruit her on a scholarship.
Villanova University in Pennsylvania has traditionally been home to a number of Irish athletics stars, while Iona College in New York and Providence College in Rhode Island were both strongly considered before Power ultimately chose the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.