International Women's Day Panel at Rapha New York

Join us on March 8th at 1 pm at the Rapha New York Clubhouse for a powerful roundtable discussion celebrating women in competitive sports. We’ve gathered an inspiring panel of women from a wide range of disciplines—including cycling, running, triathlon and ballet —to share their personal journeys into their respective sports. They’ll discuss the challenges they’ve faced as they rose to the highest levels of competition, as well as the joy, excitement, and camaraderie that these sports bring them.

This event aims to spark meaningful conversation around the issues of inclusion, the stigma surrounding women in sports. These women actively work to activate others in their communities, using sport as a tool to build connections and inspire the next generation—not just focusing on the pursuit of competition, but on how sport can foster belonging and unity.

This is a day to celebrate and engage with women who have  pushed boundaries, and are paving the way for future generations of athletes. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a conversation that celebrates strength, perseverance, and the power of representation.

Moderator: 

Doc Golden is an Ironman triathlete and USA Triathlon coach who specializes in working with beginner triathletes & marathoners. She has completed over 150 races in 25 states and 10 countries, and has been sponsored by Newton Running since 2018. When she is not coaching she is speaking at corporations and schools to empower people to do far more than they thought was possible.

Panel Members:

Dereka Hendon-Barnes, a native of Las Vegas, and a 20-year resident of New York City, I am deeply involved in the cycling community. I serve as the President of Major Taylor Iron Riders, and as a USA Cycling Board Member. Additionally, I contribute to transportation advocacy as a Transportation Alternatives Board Member. With a decade of experience as a triathlete, I am passionate about both personal fitness and community engagement. I'm particularly passionate about creating access to under-served youth thru our YoungMajors NYCC youth cycling program. 

Raquel Williams also known as “Rocky ” is a category 5 racer for the Major Taylor Development Team. A hybrid athlete with a background in organizational psychology and a passion for people and sports, her goals include taking her unique perspectives and creating spaces where individuals feel both challenged and supported. But also foster physical and mental wellness. : 

Julia Meyer is a multifaceted creative based in New York City. Having completed 8 marathons and 3 Ultras, she recently founded Point B Movement in March 2024, a collective for athletes in NYC. Outside of training for races, Julia models, co-hosts podcast called The Nines, and is a social media strategist. 

Jacq Gregg is an avid runner, run coach and a run coordinator for Black Girls Run. She runs marathons, 5k’s and everything in between and is passionate about sharing the joy and benefits of leading an active lifestyle to people in her community. 

Sashah Handal is originally from California, Sashah embodies the solar-powered spirit of the west coast combined with the grit & hustle of NYC. In 2020, after 8 years in the fitness industry, running became a part of her repertoire and now powers almost everything she does; a Barry’s instructor, NikeNYC Running coach, AG1 Change Agent, 9-time marathoner, amateur baker and food aficionado - Sashah aims to bridge all facets of wellness and invite all paces + faces along the way.