William McQueen

Willie was the most well-known member of the long running swimming club for disabled people at Inverkeithing HS community use.

In the late 80s and early 90s William broke into the Scottish team for swimmers with cerebral palsy and performed brilliantly at CPISRA European and World championships. Selection for the Paralympic Games in Barcelona followed, and William took full advantage of the opportunity by winning gold and bronze in the pool.

Recognised as a specialist backstroke swimmer Willie will be remembered as the most successful of many disabled swimmers coached by Jean Wilson at Inverkeithing HS Community Use