The word legend is used all too often these days, however there is no doubt Kay O'Reilly earned the title. 

Kay gave a lifetime of service to sport and teaching, particularly netball, coaching and mentoring thousands of girls and women in the art of the game and life. 

Sadly, Kay passed away peacefully in the company of her family in New Plymouth earlier this month. 

Lesley spoke with long-time friend of Kay, Adrienne Hayes about her contribution. 

LISTEN ABOVE 

The word legend is used all too often these days, however there is no doubt Kay O'Reilly earned the title.&nbsp;
Kay gave a lifetime of service to sport and teaching, particularly netball, coaching and mentoring thousands of girls and women in the art of the game and life.&nbsp;
Sadly, Kay passed away peacefully in the company of her family in New Plymouth earlier this month.&nbsp;
Lesley spoke with long-time friend of Kay, Adrienne Hayes about her contribution.&nbsp;
LISTEN ABOVE&nbsp;

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Previews, reviews, results and reaction from our own backyard, around New Zealand and across the world.
If it’s sport, we’ll cover it ... with a red and black tinge!
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Adrienne Hayes: Long-time friend of Kay O'Reilly on her impact on New Zealand sport

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/406ba357-4e99-46d9-87ef-b231003d4dff/transcript

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