PALM CITY, Fla. — The Hell Gate Sea Dragons (HGSD), a dragon boat team comprised of breast cancer survivors, supporters (both men and women) have three members who are gearing up for an exciting journey to Brandenburg, Germany.
They plan to compete at the 17th International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) World Dragon Boat Racing Championships from July 14-20. This marks a monumental achievement for the team, who have been paddling together since 2020.
Three team members, including newly named Team USA Breast Cancer Paddler (BCP) member Susan Deacon, Robin Timmer-Rogers, and Betty Baker have earned spots on the prestigious National Breast Cancer Team, symbolizing resilience and strength among survivors.
As they prepare for the world stage, the Hell Gate Sea Dragons are inviting the community to support their journey, highlighting the importance of camaraderie and the transformative power of dragon boating.
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