Janette Cardy has received a welcome boost following her success at last month’s Oxfordshire Sports Awards.

The 43-year-old, from Witney, was named Sportswoman of the Year after recovering from a stroke in 2011 to win a gold medal at the European Championships in Germany back in May.

And there was more good news to follow when she received sponsorship from local printing and copying firm Oxford Minuteman Press.

“We came to know of Janette through the Oxfordshire Sports Awards 2014,” said Amaad Hassan. “Her amazing story and inspirational achievements led Oxford Minuteman Press to make a small donation towards her 2015 season.”

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Cardy was thrilled with the gesture.

“It’s great to be supported by a local company and fantastic they have helped me out,” she said.

“You have to buy all your GB kit, so the money will go towards that.

“Obviously I have lots of other costs, which I still have to meet so am open to more sponsorship, but it’s really good of them.”

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