Deedra Irwin: Joy of Biathlon

Heartbeat: US Biathlon Podcast by Tom Kelly

Oct 10, 202457:02Sports & Recreation

A standout cross country runner and skier from Wisconsin, Deedra Irwin picked up biathlon at age 25. Now, seven years later, her poise and confidence are readily apparent as she talks to Heartbeat about the World Cup sea...

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