Ivan McDonald has been a driving force in the paddle sport community, founding and leading the Mullingar Harbour Canoe Polo Club as Chairperson. Through his passion and leadership, Ivan has built a thriving community of volunteers, hosting both national and international canoe polo events that bring people together on and off the water. This year, the club proudly hosted the Canoe Polo Irish Open, a testament to Ivan’s dedication to growing the sport and inspiring others to get involved through volunteering and teamwork.
Check out Ivan’s interview below –




