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We are opening up this session to all female junior, collegiate and young pros!!! This topic is particularly relevant these days. #annikafoundation #morethangolf

Only 20 people have ever made it to the end of the #BarkleyMarathon since it was extended to 100 miles in 1986, this year Jasmin Paris was the first woman in history to finish it.   But what makes this race special?   How to enter is shrouded in mystery, as there is no website or social media for the event. All that is known is that to enter a runner must   - write a motivational letter to Lazarus (founder and inventor of the race) ✍️ - if you are selected among the 40 participants you have to pay $1.60 💰 - if you are a first time participant you have to bring a number plate from your home country 🚗 - if you are a veteran you must bring a packet of cigarettes as a gift 🚬   The race consists of a 160 km route divided into 5 laps and 18,000 metres of elevation gain, to be completed in 60 hours. ⏱️   No mobile phones or GPS equipment may be used, only a map and a digital watch. To prove the completion of each lap, the runner must tear out a page from each book scattered at various points along the route.   It is extremely motivating and inspiring to see these examples of success, of how much people want to test themselves and take risks, especially in a sporting enviroment where it is increasingly difficult to emerge as a professional, especially in sports that struggle to find the space they deserve in the media and beyond.   Jasmin's goal, reached 39 seconds before the cut-off time, makes us reflect on how 'no one has ever done it before' with the right approach and preparation can turn into a success story, opening the door to others, who probably would never have existed without this feat.   #sportmaketheworldbetter

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In this interesting article by World of Show Jumping on USA Show Jumping Athlete Cathleen Driscoll, she shared her perspective on team ownership and athlete backing in the US: "I find the owners in the US prefer to back men. I don't know why but I think it's much easier for male riders to get owners and if you have a great team owner behind you and you can have a strong string of horses, you can move up on the ranking list, get into bigger shows, and get better opportunities. I think we are lacking good owners especially for female riders. I think it's harder for us to get owners and it really shouldn't be. I think we are missing out on a lot of talent that just needs opportunity." Despite show jumping sport having exceptional growth similar to the growth now seen in Formula One in regard to investment in elite level competitions, tours, venues, major sponsorship, broadcasting, endorsements, and media deals, Driscoll's statements still ring true. There is a definite lack of diversity among the athletes at the highest level of show jumping sport and a lack of investment into women riders and riders of color resulting in much talent going undiscovered. Sometimes all it takes is one opportunity to help change this continued trajectory. https://lnkd.in/gXKe_iTp

🏆🗓️Champions know the importance of creating distance on Fridays! 🚀🔥Attacking Fridays like they are Mondays and not cashing in early allows us to create distance between us and our competitors. 🎯🌟Embrace the Friday Distance and use it to transform yourself into the Champion you were meant to be. Skolfield Sports Performance, everything you need to reach the next level. https://lnkd.in/evVEPjKr

To all my global friends, the attached video shows you a clip from the fastest fields port in the world, the ancient Irish game of hurling. Played with a wooden hurly and tightly bound leather ball, this game is arguably the most exciting sport. Watch this clip to see just how much skill it takes to play this game!

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In this episode, Michanda kicks off  Women's History Month with an exceptional guest, Kebby Holden, the founder of Coeur Sports. Coeur, which means heart in French, perfectly encapsulates Kebby's journey - a journey fueled by courage and a commitment to redefine the triathlon experience for women.  Kebby, a competitive athlete who qualified to go pro, decided to stay an age-group athlete. Struggling to find triathlon gear for women, Kebby founded Coeur Sports. It is a brand dedicated to producing functional, comfortable, and stylish triathlon apparel for women.  From her early racing experiences to building Coeur Sports, Kebby shares her journey of overcoming challenges through perseverance. She faced setbacks and failures with resilience, embracing the strength of sport to endure personal hardships. Kebby believes staying active and focused on her goals provides the needed perspective during challenging times.  Kebby believes in the power of community, which is evident in Coeur Sports' ambassador program and the Coeur First-Timer Program (FTP) - a groundbreaking initiative to engage and support beginners in the triathlon community. Refusing to Quit and embracing imperfection is what Kebby stands for.  Tune in to this journey of heart, courage, and the unwavering spirit of triathletes. This episode promises inspiration and a sense of community that transcends the finish line. Don’t forget to leave a review, share it with your friends, and follow Tri Beginner's luck on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.  And send any questions or feedback you have to  [email protected].   ______________________ Curious about triathlons? Look no further for answers! Introducing our new segment, “Ask The Coach,” designed to address all your triathlon-related questions. Click here to submit your questions and head over to subscribe to the TBL YouTube page for an exclusive first look when the segment is released. Your journey to triathlon expertise starts with a click!  

Love this partnership between AKT London and the British Rowing Team. Sponsoring slightly less mainstream teams and athletes then focusing relentlessly on content creation can unlock massive ROI. This can often be done without any cash changing hands — just product and content — because these teams are just as hungry for the spotlight as the brands that work with them. Another great example is EF Pro Cycling — the result of EF Education First taking over a pro cycling team (for pennies compared to the cost of a football team or NBA team) as their primary marketing channel. Working with tier 1 athletes from Formula 1 or the NBA is unaffordable for most startup brands, and the space is crowded with tier 1 brands. Would love to see more brands follow this path. Kudos, AKT London