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About Me

My name is Jo Neame, I am 21 years old and a member of the GB Climbing Team. I've been climbing since I was 9, but competing since I was 12 and I aspire to continue competing around the world for many years to come.
I’m from Hackney, London and study at University in Leeds where I train, but I like to get outdoors when I can. At the moment my main focus is on the World Cup Circuit.
Photo credits to Lisa Bennett

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