Eoin Teague – Canoe Slalom

Name: Eoin Teague

Hometown: Newcastle Co. Down

Discipline: Canoe Slalom

Race classes: Men’s K1

Notable racing achievements:

  • Irish Open Champion 2017
  • 48th U23 world championships

 

How and when did you get into Canoeing/Kayaking?

My dad did a little kayaking when he was younger and I tried it recreationally a few times with him, I got into slalom through a come and try it day when I was 12/13 which got me into the old Northern Ireland Development Squad.

 

What is your favourite aspect of the sport?

I enjoy the fact it’s an individual sport just you and the water. The feeling on the water when you get a really tight move or when you use the water well and the boat glides easily is second to none.