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Find the latest on the Dragon Divas’ activities, news about upcoming events, and member profiles. Want to interview a member or have us speak at your event? Contact us.
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Member Profile: Jennifer
Jennifer’s desire to stay physically active after treatment and surgery brought her to the Dragon Divas three years ago. Her love of this new sport led her to coaching. Now she’s teaching new paddlers on and off the water.


Dragon Divas Summer Newsletter
In this 20th anniversary year newsletter, we are pleased to share the meaningful experiences and seasonal updates that are only made possible through the generosity of our supporters.

Dragon Divas Open 20th Season at International Festival
The Dragon Divas kicked off our 20th Anniversary competitive season with two boats competing in the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival June 20-22, 2025. This was our first time competing in Vancouver, British Columbia, where breast cancer survivor dragon boating got its start 30 years ago.

City News: Breast cancer survivors celebrate 30 years of dragon boating in Vancouver
Breast cancer survivors take to the waters of False Creek in Vancouver, BC, to celebrate 30 years of racing and at the Concord Pacific Dragon Boat festival.
Paddles Up for Laurie Marsh!
We offer love and gratitude to our teammate Laurie as she embarks on her next chapter in NC.

Dragon Divas founder reflects on our first 20 years as we celebrate milestone anniversary
Dragon Divas founder Mary Skrypek looks back on our team’s first 20 years and looks forward to the future as our members and organization thrive.

Founder Mary Skrypek honored at National Girls and Women in Sports Day
The Minnesota Coalition of Women in Athletic Leadership celebrate Dragon Divas founder Mary Skrypek with their Breaking Barriers Award on National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Congratulations, Mary!


Dragon Divas featured in Regional Emmy Award winning story series
Dragon Divas featured in Regional Emmy Award winning story series!

Lymphedema Resources from Dr. Liat Goldman, MD
Lymphedema Resources from Dragon Divas Medical Advisor, Dr. Liat Goldman, MD.



Profile: Founder Mary Skrypek
Mary Skrypek has been a champion for breast cancer survivors in Minnesota since she became one in 2003.



Profile: Coach Michael Lee
Coach Michael Lee has been the Dragon Divas’ head coach since 2021.

