“When You Work Hard Consistently, You Can Achieve Your Goal” – Trailblazing Canoeist Jenny Egan

Irish athlete Jenny Egan has proudly represented her country on the international stage for an impressive two decades. Yet, outside her athleticism, Jenny is a fierce advocate for increasing the visibility of women in sport. We sat down with Jenny on the Her Sport Show to hear more about her impressive athletic career and uncover the moments that have shaped …

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Irish Freestyle Kayakers Push Boundaries At World Championships

By Anais O’ Donovan Photo by Nancy Geary A strong team of six women represented Ireland at the 2023 ICF Freestyle Kayaking World Championships in Georgia, USA from 9-4 October. Over 200 athletes from 20 countries trained tirelessly for months in the hope of being crowned the 2023 World Champion. Ireland’s women’s team competed in squirt boating, C1 freestyle and …

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Jak Fantastic Dominates The 2023 ICF Freestyle World Championships

By Anaïs O’Donovan For over a decade, Jak Fantastic has been a beacon of inspiration for paddling enthusiasts worldwide, clearing living up to her name. At 35 years, her journey began in Ascot, United Kingdom before leading her to North Wales. Here, along the banks of the Ogwen River, she’s crafted an extraordinary life in a quaint, terraced house shared …

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