S3 Ep2: Eimear Considine

TritonLake, as title sponsors of the Ireland Sevens programme, brings you TritonLake Perform – a podcast series that will explore the intersection of sport and business, and in particular, the necessary ingredients when it comes to creating and maintaining a dynamic high-performance culture. Hosted by TritonLake founder and CEO, Conor Smyth, guests on TritonLake Perform will come from the worlds of sport and business and looks into what has helped them to excel in their respective environments while also tackling challenges along the way. In this episode, Conor sits down with former Irish Rugby Sevens and 15s player Eimear Considine to discuss her unique journey in rugby, from her Gaelic football roots in County Clare to representing Ireland on the international stage. Eimear shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning between sports, the intensity of elite training, and the realities of balancing motherhood with the demands of high performance sport. Growing up playing Gaelic football and Camogie, Eimear's path took an unexpected turn when she was scouted for the Ireland Sevens team, having never played rugby before. She discusses the steep learning curve, the physical and mental adjustments required, and the invaluable skills she gained that ultimately shaped her rugby career. Eimear also delves into the realities of juggling a full-time teaching career with the rigorous demands of international rugby. Eimear explores the setbacks she faced, including significant injuries like an ACL tear, and the extraordinary challenge of navigating the road to recovery whilst also becoming a mother. She shares her perspective on the support systems needed for female athletes returning to sport after pregnancy, and the changes she believes are necessary to create a more inclusive and understanding environment.