Tia’s Wish

To Meet Rhea Ripley

“When I think of the time,  I  met Rhea Ripley it makes me feel strong and brave just like her.” - Tia 

Tia has been living with a rare genetic condition.   She has been through so many ups and downs, but the one thing that’s stayed consistent is her love for wrestling, which she’s had since she was little, watching WWE with her dad and brother. 

When we talked to Tia about what her wish could be she told us that she felt most happy when watching WWE and seeing her favourite wrestler Rhea Ripley in action. She told us that her dream was to meet Rhea in person someday. 

A little while ago we got to make that dream a reality. Tia and her family went to WWE Raw where they got to watch Rhea Ripley and others in action. They got to soak up the atmosphere and finally see all her favourite wrestlers live for the first time. She even got a chance to meet with Rhea in person after the show, which was so special. 

Tia’s mum told us “Tia’s favourite part was getting to see Rhea Ripley and give her the bracelets she made her. She was so happy to see her wrestle and excited to hear Rhea’s entrance music play as she walked out.  This wish experience was a lovely time for us to all spend time together as a family. For us all to be able to go and see Tia have her wish was a really special moment. Tia was just over the moon to be at the Raw Live event and really enjoyed it. When Tia watches the wrestling at home, she does be so happy and excited, it’s her happy place, so to see her witness a live event was just amazing.” 

Together we can make a difference for children.

Make-A-Wish Ireland has one simple aim – to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, to bring hope, strength and happiness.

With your kind support, you can help us achieve that aim.

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