Brianna Hennessy shares the intense highs and lows of elite sport—from the pride of representing Canada to the frustration of a world-title race disrupted by a critical equipment mishap. In this candid conversation with Nathan and Alex, she details how a loose foam block and strong crosswind nearly disqualified her mid-race, yet she still powered to silver. Brianna opens up about the mental battle of staying focused when her boat threatened to drift, how lessons from her boxing background helped her adapt on the fly, and why this setback fuels her determination to win gold in Los Angeles. She also talks about her multi-sport life in wheelchair rugby, upcoming training camps in Florida and California, and her passion for advocating accessibility and athlete support. The episode wraps with a spirited “Would You Rather” segment, revealing Brianna’s competitive mindset, love of team culture, and the legacy she hopes to leave for Canadian sport.
Brianna Hennessy shares the intense highs and lows of elite sport—from the pride of representing Canada to the frustration of a world-title race disrupted by a critical equipment mishap. In this candid conversation with Nathan and Alex, she details how a loose foam block and strong crosswind nearly disqualified her mid-race, yet she still powered to silver.
Brianna opens up about the mental battle of staying focused when her boat threatened to drift, how lessons from her boxing background helped her adapt on the fly, and why this setback fuels her determination to win gold in Los Angeles. She also talks about her multi-sport life in wheelchair rugby, upcoming training camps in Florida and California, and her passion for advocating accessibility and athlete support.
The episode wraps with a spirited “Would You Rather” segment, revealing Brianna’s competitive mindset, love of team culture, and the legacy she hopes to leave for Canadian sport.