Irish Canoeing Trailblazer: Jenny Egan

Irish canoeist Jenny Egan joined Jess Gardiner on the Her Sport Show to share the key moments that have shaped her incredible story. From being the only Irish #canoeist to secure an #ICF Senior Canoe Sprint World Championship, Senior European Championship, and Senior Sprint World Cup medals to advocate for increased visibility for women in sports, Jenny's story is a captivating ride through triumph and advocacy.
0:00 Who is Jenny Egan?
0:53 Meet Jenny Egan
1:56 Jenny Egan's childhood
3:59 When did Jenny Egan earn her first international #canoeing medal?
6:41 Why is it important to do sport as a teenager?
11:50 Winning Ireland's first #canoesprint medal
14:37 What is the difference between a marathon and sprint event in canoeing?
18:26 How to find role models in sport
20:04 How does canoeing at the #olympics work?
25:05 Advocating for increasing visibility for #women in sports
34:20 Jenny Egan on the importance of family
38:23 How can sport impact your life?
40:07 Advice from Jenny Egan
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