Rory Morrish, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

    

Rory Morrish

Irish cross-country skier

Date of Birth: 08-Jan-1968

Place of Birth: Cork, Munster, Ireland

Profession: cross-country skier

Nationality: Ireland

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn


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About Rory Morrish

  • Rory Michael Morrish (born 8 January 1968) is an Irish cross-country skier who participated in the 2006 Winter Olympics, as well as multiple world championships.
  • Morrish previously competed in orienteering, becoming a cross-country skier via the discipline of ski-orienteering.
  • In March 2001 Morrish became the first ever Irish competitor to take part in ski-orienteering when he participated in the long and short races at the Rovaniemi round of the World Cup, finishing 32nd in both.
  • At the 2005 World Ski Orienteering Championships, Morrish finished 53rd in the long-distance competition, 59th in the middle-distance race and 55th in the sprint.
  • Morrish was selected as the flag bearer for the Irish team in the 2006 Winter Olympics closing ceremony.
  • During the 2011 World Championships, Morrish received attention for racing with wooden skis.

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