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Visually impaired rugby offers 'new beginning' in Ireland
Rugby for the visually impaired in Ireland has transformed lives.
AFP/Paul Faith
DUBLIN - When Sean McDowell lost his sight two years ago, his self-confidence plummeted -- until his life was transformed by rugby.
The sport gave McDowell a "new beginning" after he joined the Irish Rugby Football Union's Visually Impaired (VI) rugby programme, his…