Olympic Hepathlete Kate O’Connor: “We’re not just training for one event, we have to try and be world class at seven”
23 year old Kate O’Connor made history in Paris this year as Team Ireland’s first heptathlete to compete at the Olympic Games, a sensational achievement that she hopes will have a long lasting impact. As she says herself, it’s a challenging discipline, not least for the very reason that the athletes involved are “not just training for one event”, but …
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Introducing Our Daily Newsletter: ‘The Her Sport Report’
Get ready to stay on top of all the thrilling women’s sports action from the Paris Olympics with “The Daily Her Sport Report”! This bite-sized daily newsletter is your ultimate source for everything related to female athletes and their incredible journeys on the global stage. Every morning over the next two weeks, we will bring you: A Recap of Yesterday’s …
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Which Irish athletes are making their Olympic debuts in Paris?
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July 25, 2024
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Olympics
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Aquatics, Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Canoeing, Cycling, debut, Diving, Equestrian, Hammer Throw, Heptathlon, Olympic Games, Olympics, Paris 2024, Rowing, Rugby Sevens, Sailing, Swimming, Team Ireland, Track and Field
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Across the 133 person team that will represent Team Ireland at the Olympic Games this summer, 64 of them are women, and with new faces accompanying some familiar champions, you might just be wondering – Which Irish athletes are making their Olympic debuts in Paris? Boxing Daina Moorehouse – 50kg/Flyweight Jennifer Lehane – 54kg/Bantamweight Grainne Walsh – 63.5kg/Welterweight Canoeing Madison …
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EVERYTHING You Need To Know About Getting Around Paris For The Olympic & Paralympic Games
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HerSport Editor
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July 14, 2024
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Athletics, Badminton, Boxing, Equestrian, Golf, Olympics, Para Sport, Paralympics, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing
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Getting Around Paris, Olympics, Paralympics, Paris 2024, Paris Olympics Guide, Paris Paralympics Guide
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Everything you need to know about transport and getting around Paris during the Olympics and Paralympic Games.
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FULL AQUATICS TEAM OFFICIALLY SELECTED FOR TEAM IRELAND AT PARIS 2024
Team Ireland Aquatics Announcement – Twelve swimmers and two divers named for Paris 2024 4 July 2024 The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the full aquatics team who will compete at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Twelve swimmers have been named, including three relay teams. Over the weekend it was good news also for diver Ciara …
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Connect with Irish Fans at the Paris Olympics
At Her Sport, we believe in the power of community and the joy of shared experiences. As the Olympic Games in Paris approach, Her Sport is excited to announce the launch of our exclusive ‘Irish in Paris’ WhatsApp group as a testament to our commitment to bringing Irish sports fans together, creating lasting memories, and fostering a sense of unity and pride. …
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Ten Irish boxers named for Team Ireland at this summer’s Games in Paris 2024
The Olympic Federation of Ireland has officially selected the ten boxers who will compete for Team Ireland at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer. Ireland will field boxers in all female categories in the competition which takes place from the 27 July – 10 August 2024. The preliminary rounds of the boxing take place in the Arena Paris Nord, …
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Museum Exhibition To Explore The History of the Olympic Games in Paris
A temporary museum exhibition has been installed in Paris to explore the history of the Olympic Games within the city ahead of the latest edition this summer. Titled ‘Paris Olympique: An Immersive Journey’, the 360° experience will inform people about the 1900, 1924 and 2024 Games. https://www.instagram.com/p/C8HEmQWtwls/?img_index=1 There, visitors will gain unique insight into the “La Ville-Lumière,” or “City of …
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Paris 2024 to make history by providing a children’s nursery in the Olympic & Paralympic village
There will be a children’s nursery in the Olympic & Paralympic village at Paris 2024, in a historic first for the Games. Thanks to an initiative provided by the IOC Athletes’ Commission and the Paris 2024 Organising Committee, and supported by Procter & Gamble (PG) and Pampers, the facility should allow for athletes to see their young children in between …
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Nike Faces Criticism Over Skimpy Olympic Apparel For Team USA
Nike is once again the subject of controversy following the release of Team USA’s track and field uniforms for the 2024 Olympics. The unveiling of these uniforms has sparked criticism regarding the women’s kit design, particularly concerning their revealing nature, despite being scientifically crafted for optimal performance. According to Nike’s Vice President of Apparel Innovation, Janett Nichol, the track and …
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