International Womens Day – Zoe
March 4, 2026
As part of International Womens Day on Sunday we are continuing to profile sports personalilities and teams. This time its the turn of Zoe O’Brien (6th Year). Zoe is currently in the Irish Womens Water Polo squad, travelling around Europe, trianing hard, while at the same time balancing out her academic achievements.
What sport do you play?
Water Polo
When did you start to play?
When I was 7
What position do you play?
Goal keeper
Who has been your favourite coach?
My Irish senior coach Stevie
Who is your role model in sport? (female)
Laura Aarts, Dutch national team goalkeeper
What level are you currently playing at?
Currently I play international and division 1 with my club team
What would you say to a girl who is interested in playing sport?
Do it. The friendships you make and experience you gain from playing a sport is so unique and worthwhile and it’s really fun!
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