Diabetes is no match for Darcy McMickan who, with her Ballarat High rowing crew mates, is training for the gruelling Head of the Lake regatta

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Updated February 11 2019 - 10:59pm, first published 5:00pm
TOUGH WORK: Darcy McMickan must balance diabetes with the rigorous training program of an elite rower as she and her Ballarat High crew mates (inset Lauren Salter, Ella Lukich, Emily Glass, Darcy and Ella Glenwright) prepare for the Head of the Lake. Pictures: Kate Healy
TOUGH WORK: Darcy McMickan must balance diabetes with the rigorous training program of an elite rower as she and her Ballarat High crew mates (inset Lauren Salter, Ella Lukich, Emily Glass, Darcy and Ella Glenwright) prepare for the Head of the Lake. Pictures: Kate Healy

When Darcy McMickan jumps in to her boat to tackle a tough rowing race or a punishing training session she has much more to consider than the average rower.

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Michelle Smith

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