Her Sport

In this episode of Behind the Business, founder Niamh Tallon and co-founder Mohammed Mahommed sat down to chat about what the Her Sport team has been up to over the past few months! From the team expanding to reflecting on women's sport in 2023, join Niamh and Mohammed as they share the exciting developments, upcoming projects and new goals for the business. 0:19 Update on the #hersport team 3...

Katelynn Phelan joins Jess Gardiner on the latest episode of the Her Sport Show to delve into the moments that have shaped her inspiring journey. At 19, Katelynn became Ireland’s youngest female professional boxer and claimed the WIBA, WBF and WBC Youth World Champion titles. At the height of her success, Katelynn made the brave decision to step away from boxing to prioritise her mental health and...

Irish rugby legend Hannah Tyrrell joins Alanna Cunnane for the fourth episode of the 2023 HerSport Energia AIL Rugby Show. The pair talk through the recent successes of UL Bohs, how Blackrock, Railway Union and Old Belvedere might potentially be hot on their heels and how the other teams may improve heading into the Christmas break. They also discuss the standout stars that have emerged so far thi...

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 advocating for increased visibility for women in sports, Jenny's story is a captivating ride through...

Eimear Fitzpatrick joins Jess Gardiner on the Her Sport Show to discuss the dynamic world of Ireland lacrosse. Eimear shares the defining moments in her sports journey and dives into the vibrant lacrosse scene in Ireland and the exciting potential of Ireland's lacrosse teams qualifying for the 2028 Olympics. 1:14 Who is Eimear Fitzpatrick? 3:48 Getting involved in lacrosse in Ireland 7:00 What...

Irish rugby legend Hannah Tyrrell joins Alanna Cunnane on this week's HerSport Energia AIL Rugby Show to break down all of the latest news and matches. They dive into how Fiona Hayes' Bohemians shook things up against Blackrock, the impact the Irish internationals will have with their come back into the league and also what more investment into pathways could do for the game. Timestamps 0:...

Crystal Palace and Ireland star Hayley Nolan joins Niamh Tallon on The Period Panel. In this episode, Hayley talks about the importance of taking away the taboo of talking about periods, how her period has affected her physical performance on the field, and how preparation is key to feeling comfortable with that on the pitch. The Period Panel is sponsored by Active Iron. 00:00 Intro to Hayley Nola...

We were honoured to have Olympian Annalise Murphy join us on the Her Sport Show! She delves into her journey from becoming the first Irish woman to secure an Olympic medal in sailing to transitioning to cycling - dominating the cycle scene in Ireland. Through sharing some treasured photos, she unpacks the unexpected moments that have shaped her incredible story. 00:00 Intro 1:01 Meet Annalise 5:06...

Irish rugby legend Hannah Tyrrell joins Alanna Cunnane on this week's HerSport Energia AIL Rugby Show to break down all of the latest news and matches. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:45 Amelia McFarland's comeback 3:23 Alison Miller to be inducted into the IRISH RUGBY PLAYERS HALL OF FAME 6:42 Kate Flannery, a rising star 8:10 Scott Bemand first press conference 11:49 Energia AIL review with high...

We were honoured to chat with Gabriella Mathisen, an ultra-marathon runner and motivational speaker. Gabriella candidly shares her inspiring story - from losing her arm and overcoming drug addiction to becoming the only woman who has ever completed the "Jungle Ultra" race, known for being the toughest and most dangerous race in the world. 00:00 Meet Gabriella 02:35 Running the Jungle Ult...

Former Irish rugby international Hannah Tyrrell joins the HerSport Energia AIL Rugby Show to talk the return of club rugby, how gaelic football superstar Vikki Wall is linking up with the Irish sevens and who she expects to win this year's title. Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 01:13 - Blackrock crowned 22/23 Champions 06:29 - Vikki Wall joins Ireland Rugby 7's 11:30 - Round 1 Overview 24:09 - Rug...

In this episode of the Her Sport Show, we had the privilege of chatting with Mary Waldron, a former member of the Irish Women's Cricket National Team, who just announced her retirement. We encourage you to watch the video version of the podcast on Spotify or YouTube to see the images Jess and Mary are referring to. Mary takes a trip down memory lane as she looks back through old photographs fr...

In this episode of the Her Sport Show, we had the privilege of chatting with Fran Duffy, a member of the Irish Women's Netball National Team. Fran delves into her love for the sport of netball, sharing insights on the friendships the sport has given her. We follow Fran's path from her initial introduction to the sport, her rise to the Irish National team, and her incredible experiences on...

We were thrilled to have Olympic Weightlifter and Coach, Sarah Davies, joins us on the Period Panel. In this episode, Sarah talks about the importance of open conversations surrounding periods, how her period has affected her physical performance as a weightlifter, and the importance of not sticking to one thing, as an athlete. 0:00 Meet Sarah 0:58 Starting Sport 4:04 Weightlifting 6:24 Pageantry...

In this episode of the Her Sport Show, we had the privilege of chatting with Sarah Torrans, a member of the Irish Women's Hockey National Team. Sarah was on the first-ever Irish women's hockey team to make it to the Olympics. She opens up about her journey of conquering injuries and earning a spot to compete at the Tokyo Olympic Games. Sarah delves into her deep passion for hockey, sharing...

Have you heard of American Flag Football? Did you know that there's a league in Ireland? In this episode, Irish American Flag Football player, Jenny Kavanagh, provides insights into the growing flag football scene in Ireland. She delves into her experiences as a sportswoman, highlighting the benefits of playing sports and the impact of content creation for female athletes. Jenny also chats abo...

In this episode of the HerSportShow, we had the privilege of chatting with Róisín Ní Ríain, an inspiring Irish Paralympic swimmer. Making her first Paralympic debut at just 16 years old, she became the youngest athlete to represent Ireland at the 2020 Summer Paralympics. Róisín shares her incredible journey, overcoming challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic, and her ongoing pursuit of qualifying...

We were thrilled to have Avril Flynn, a midwife and childbirth educator, join us on the #PeriodPanel. In this empowering episode, Avril sheds light on the significance of educating both boys and girls about women's health, offering valuable tips for parents on how to approach these conversations with their children. She also shares her personal journey with endometriosis, discussing its sympto...

In this episode of the #HerSportShow, we chatted with upcoming Irish weightlifter Aoife O'Moore. Aoife takes us through her journey to becoming a national weightlifting, sharing her passion for the sport and how it has impacted her life and career ambitions. She also gives us insight into her training for the upcoming u23 European Championships in Romania. 0:00 - Getting into weightlifting 05:...

Join us for an enlightening dive into the world of women's sports. Today’s episode discusses pressing issues from the international stage to the local scene. We explore pre-World Cup controversies, dissect the buzz around Wimbledon's controversial poster, and delve into the 'United for Equality' protests. But we don't stop there; we also cover stories of Irish female athletes a...

In this episode of the HerSportShow, we had the privilege of chatting with Orla Comerford, a seasoned Irish athlete with an incredible story. As a two-time Paralympic sprinter, Orla made her first Paralympic debut when she was just 19 years old. She shares her inspiring journey, from being diagnosed with Stargardt's disease to her ongoing pursuit of qualifying for Paris 2024. We also delve int...

Join us on the Her Sport show as we welcome our special guest, Mairéad Baker, an esteemed Irish water polo player, mother of two, and a pregnancy and postpartum specialist. In this engaging episode, we delve into the riveting success of the Irish women's water polo team at the recent Home Nations tournament. We discuss the evolving perception and recognition of water polo as a sport in Ireland...

Get ready for an inside look at our journey! Discover the truth behind reaching milestones, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, and our unique challenges and triumphs in the women's sports business world. 0:00 - Introducing Niamh and Mohammed 07:46 - The start of Her Sport 13:55 - The development of women's sport 22:42 - The reality of having your own business 26:47 - What we do in a n...

We were honoured to have the opportunity to chat with Dr. Stephanie Ooi (General practitioner) and Dr. Kiran Rahim (Paediatrician) on The Period Panel. Both Steph and Kiran are passionate about educating women and young girls on women’s health and periods. Join us as they share their professional insights on periods and menstrual cycles, the importance of being educated on puberty and menopause, c...

We were honoured to have the historic Irish weightlifter Thammy Nguyen join us on the #HerSportShow. Thammy Nguyen made history in April when she won Ireland’s first senior medal (bronze in the 49kg division) at the recent European Weightlifting Championships. Thammy joined us on the #HerSportShow to share her captivating journey, shedding light on her training endeavours to qualify for #Paris2024...