By Georgia

Minutes away from entering the start line in my first-ever international canoe slalom race, my stomach was doing cartwheels. I sat in my sparkly star-adorned pink boat in the eddy, paddle resting on my lap, trying to steady my breathing. Around me, girls were quietly preparing for their runs, adjusting gear, rolling their shoulders, dialling […]

On race days at international canoe slalom events, it always feels a little like stepping into an art gallery. Boats sit quietly in the eddy, each one like a painting waiting to be shown off, bright, bold, and full of meaning. Some stand out with loud splashes of color, while others have quieter designs that […]