Meet The Icons: Sarah Blizzard

Rockwear Icons aren’t just inspiring — they’re boundary-breakers, record-chasers, and absolute powerhouses. In this series, we spotlight the unstoppable women in our community who embody strength, determination, and next-level drive.

Enter Sarah Blizzard — Australian Bobsleigh Athlete and all-round rocket on ice. She’s turning heads on the global stage and currently in full-throttle training mode as she sets her sights on qualifying for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

We caught up with Sarah to talk all things bobsleigh — the speed, the sacrifice, and the serious commitment it takes to chase qualifying for the Winter Olympics.

Q: How did you first get introduced to bobsleigh?
A: Like most people, I first heard about bobsleigh thanks to Cool Runnings.

But how I actually got involved? Pure word of mouth. I was doing athletics at the time when someone mentioned to my coach that I’d be a great fit for the sport. Next thing I know, he comes up to me and says, ‘You’d be perfect for this.’ Turns out, he was right. Two months later, I was on a plane heading overseas to give it a shot.

Q: Favourite part of the sport?
A: The speed and adrenaline — there’s nothing like it. The bonus is we get to travel to some pretty incredible places along the way.

Q: Career highlight to date?
A: Probably my standout moment so far would be placing 4th at the World Juniors. I’d only just started driving sleds, and somehow I came down and walked away with 4th place. It was a complete surprise — I honestly didn’t see it coming.

Q: What’s next?
A: Next up is bobsleigh season, which kicks off in October and runs through to January or February — that’s when we’ll find out if we’ve qualified for the Olympics.

Q: What does We Play Strong mean to you?
A: For me, it’s all about jumping in and giving it 100%. With bobsleigh, you have to be strong in every way — mentally, physically, across the board. You’ve just got to commit and throw yourself into it. That mindset really applies to both my sport and my everyday life.

We can’t wait to see what’s next for Sarah. With her relentless determination, powerhouse mindset, and unshakable presence, she’s built for greatness — both on the ice and beyond.

Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the amazing women who embody the Rockwear spirit, pushing boundaries, and inspiring others every step of the way.

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