Orlando Cancer Survivors Compete in France
The Orlando-based Warriors on Water dragon boat team finished 17th among 145 international teams.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Cancer
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The Warriors on Water dragon boat team, composed of breast cancer survivors, recently competed in an international event held in France. The Orlando-based group finished in 17th place out of 145 teams.
Why it matters
The team serves as a support network and sisterhood for breast cancer survivors, offering both emotional and financial assistance to women currently fighting the disease.
The team finished 17th out of 145 competing teams in France. Members range in age from 40 to 79 years old.
The players
Warriors on Water
This Orlando-based dragon boat team consists of breast cancer survivors and has been active since 2009.
Jamie Davis
A member of the team and a former firefighter paramedic, she underwent 16 rounds of chemotherapy and 33 rounds of radiation immunotherapy.
The details
Based at Lake Fairview in Orlando, the group operates boats with 10 seats that require two rowers per seat to synchronize their strokes. Members, including former firefighter paramedic Jamie Davis, use the sport to promote recovery after undergoing extensive treatments like chemotherapy and radiation.
Timeline
The Warriors on Water team was founded in 2009.
This report was published on October 15, 2026.
Health Landscape
The team follows a pattern set by the American Cancer Society cancer survivor support network protocols, which emphasize the role of community-based support in patient recovery. By integrating physical activity into the survivor experience, the group provides a model for long-term health maintenance.
The team provides a vital support network for those navigating the physical and financial hardships of breast cancer. Members use the practice of synchronized rowing to foster both physical rehabilitation and emotional resilience during their post-treatment journey.
The takeaway
Synchronized team sports can provide significant emotional and physical benefits for those recovering from cancer treatments. Engaging in such groups offers survivors a chance to build community while focusing on their collective health goals.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WESH.
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