Camilla Herrem Makes Remarkable Return to Handball Days After Completing Chemotherapy
Camilla Herrem returns to handball just days after finishing chemotherapy for breast cancer, showcasing resilience and inspiring the sports community.
Key Points
- • Camilla Herrem completed her last chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer just five days ago.
- • She is included in the Sola HK squad for the upcoming league opener against Oppsal.
- • Herrem's determination has drawn admiration from handball experts and her coach.
- • She previously expressed disbelief about being ready to return so soon after her diagnosis.
Camilla Herrem, a 38-year-old handball player for Norwegian club Sola HK, has made a stunning comeback to professional handball just days after finishing her last round of chemotherapy for breast cancer. This remarkable development comes as she prepares to participate in the Norwegian handball league season opener against Oppsal on Sunday, just five days after her treatment was completed.
Herrem's journey through cancer began earlier this summer when she was diagnosed, leading to four rounds of chemotherapy—her last treatment was administered on Tuesday of this week. Throughout her treatment, she managed to stay committed to her training and even participated in practice matches, showcasing her extraordinary resilience.
TV2 handball expert Bent Svele has praised Herrem's strong will, saying, “I wonder what that woman is made of. After receiving a cancer diagnosis, going through chemotherapy, training all the way, and now being relevant for the season start, it is completely exceptional.” Her coach at Sola HK, Steffen Stegavik, has indicated that a final decision on her playing status will be made on Sunday morning, although he expressed confidence in her ability to participate in the match scheduled for 15:10.
Reflecting on her swift recovery, Herrem expressed her disbelief at being ready for the season start following her cancer diagnosis. Just two weeks ago, she remarked, “I never thought I would be talking about being ready for the season start.”
Her extraordinary resilience and determination have not only inspired her teammates and coaches but have also resonated throughout the sports community, marking her return as a poignant testament to perseverance against adversity. As the match approaches, fans and supporters eagerly anticipate Herrem’s participation and the inspiration she brings to the sport.