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Janine Beckie: A rose among the Thorns

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Janine Beckie has a biblical verse tattooed on the inside of her left wrist. “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength,” declares Isaiah 40:31. “They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will talk and not be faint.”

The 28-year-old is a committed Christian who’s used her faith to guide her prolific athletic career – one that’s been filled with new cities, glittering achievements and memories so vivid it’s impossible to ignore her passion for the beautiful game.

“I’m extremely humbled and lucky to have shining moments in my football career.