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⭐️ Media Spotlight ⭐️
Stories of Strength & Thrivership Through Dragon Boat Paddling
⭐️ Media Spotlight ⭐️
Stories of Strength & Thrivership Through Dragon Boat Paddling
As a team, Paddles With a Purpose is proud to share more than just stories about dragon boat racing —
we’re sharing stories of resilience, friendship, healing, and hope.
We're a supportive community where women come together to rebuild strength, celebrate, and also move through challenges of survivorship while reminding each other you’re never alone. Along the way, we’ve been honored to have our journey featured by local — all the way to international — media outlets helping spread awareness about the physical and emotional benefits of dragon boating for breast cancer survivors.
Every article, interview, and feature we are so grateful for and helps shine a light on the incredible women in our boat and the community that surrounds them. (Important Note: we welcome male breast cancer survivors as well!)
Whether you’re a survivor, supporter, donor, family member, or simply learning about us for the first time —
we’re glad you’re here.
Explore some of our recent media coverage below.
Celebrating Five Years of Paddles With a Purpose
September 1, 2024
A feature celebrating the team’s five-year milestone and the impact the organization has made supporting breast cancer survivors through dragon boating, community, and empowerment.
Dragon Festival: Paddles With a Purpose
April 27, 2024
Fox 7 highlights the team during Austin’s Dragon Boat Festival, showcasing the camaraderie, competition, and survivor spirit that define the organization.
Paddles With a Purpose: Breast Cancer Survivors Bonding Through Dragon Boat Racing
October 17, 2023
An inspiring look at how survivors are finding healing, friendship, and renewed strength through dragon boat paddling.
Paddles With a Purpose, Austin’s First and Only Breast Cancer Survivor Dragon Boat Team
April 25, 2023
CBS Austin shares the story behind the formation of the team and how members support one another through survivorship and sport.
Austin Group Connects Breast Cancer Survivors Through Dragon Boating
October 29, 2021
This feature explores the emotional and physical benefits dragon boating provides for breast cancer survivors — and we're here in the Austin community!
Paddles With a Purpose Team of Breast Cancer Survivors Find Community in Dragon Boating
February 12, 2020
A spotlight on the meaningful connections and support system built through paddling together.
Paddles With a Purpose Brings Together Breast Cancer Survivors
February 16, 2020
Fox 7 shares how the team creates a sense of belonging, encouragement, and hope for survivors at every stage of their journey.
For interviews, speaking opportunities, community events, or media requests, please contact communications@paddleswithapurpose.com
We welcome opportunities to share our mission and raise awareness for breast cancer survivorship through sport, wellness, and community. 💖 💪 🐉