The talented young athlete has been remembered as 'a great talent' who 'was so highly thought of by her coaches'
Heartbreaking tributes have been paid to a 'funny, smart and kind' young athlete from Co Carlow who tragically passed away earlier this week.
Indie was a talented athlete who represented St Laurence O'Toole AC at the Leinster Juvenile Championships last weekend, where she ran in the U13 and U14 girls relay final. The Askea-based athletics club shared an emotional tribute to their talented young club member in a post shared on their Facebook page.
"On behalf of everyone here in the club we would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to her mother Caroline, sisters Ellie and Lia, extended family and wide circle of friends, you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.As a mark of respect to Indie Mae, St. Laurence O’Toole AC cancelled juvenile training on Tuesday in the wake of 'a tragedy which has touched our club and our members'.
Indie Mai's tragic death has sent shockwaves through the local community, with friends and neighbours of the Byrne family paying tribute to the talented young sports star, who attended Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal primary school in Carlow. "So sorry Caroline, Lia, Ellie and all the Byrne family to hear about Indie Mai. A beautiful little girl who we remember fondly running around when we all played Tag Rugby. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time," another added.
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