Rachael Carvill, a talented and dedicated Taekwon-Do athlete from Mayobridge, is set to represent Ireland at the upcoming ITF World Championships in Barcelona. The Championships will take place from 23 to 27 July.
Rachael began her Taekwon-Do journey at just seven years old, inspired by her cousins and older brother. Training under Cathal Fegan at his School of Taekwon-Do in Warrenpoint, Rachael showed early promise and earned her black belt by the age of 13.
At only 14, Rachael made history by becoming the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF) Under-18 Hyper Weight world champion in Amsterdam, making her the youngest competitor in her division. This remarkable achievement brought pride to her community and established her as one of the most promising young martial artists in the country.
Her dedication and hard work continue to pay off. Rachael has now qualified for the Irish national team and will represent Ireland at the upcoming ITF World Championships—an incredible milestone that reflects her talent and perseverance.
Never one to stand still, Rachael recently joined her local boxing club, St. Patrick’s ABC in Burren, to further challenge herself and broaden her skill set. Her commitment paid off quickly when she became an All-Ireland champion within a year.
The Mayobridge native was fortunate to secure two major sponsors—Harrison Contracts (Annalong) and Shannon Valley Group (Donabate). Their support has been instrumental in her journey. Without their generous backing, which Rachael can’t thank them enough for, she would not have been able to train, travel, and compete at the level required to chase her dreams and excel on the international stage.
