SEASON 2
6 X 30 min 4K documentary series
6 women from the Ottawa-Gatineau region take on the mental and physical pressure to become the best athletes in amateur combat sports. Competing locally, nationally and around the world, these women define and defy stamina and hard work in training and competition, while balancing family, injury and work.
Episodes
Ep 1:
Me vs. My Will
Lisa Perry is a IV Dan Taekwon-do martial artist, six-time Team Canada member, and small business owner, but being a wife and mother brings their own set of challenges for work-life balance. Lisa uses the lessons she’s learned through martial arts to help keep her strong physically, but also mentally.
Ep 2:
Me vs. My Purpose
Jess King is a Muay Thai fighter and single mother whose path has been filled with highs and lows, but through it all, she has refused to give up. Her strength and determination helped with the premature birth of her daughter and now sets her up for the biggest in-ring fight of her life: Art of War IV.
Ep 3:
Me vs. My Future
Jen MacKean is a Freestyle Wrestler who has competed for Canada on the women’s national wrestling team. After the loss of both of her parents, Jen has remained steadfast in her pursuit of wrestling. With the support of her siblings, training partner, and coach, she continues on her path.
Ep 4:
Me vs. My Image
Gaby Chartrand is a Freestyle Wrestler who transitioned from the world of cheerleading to the wrestling mat where she uses her strength and size to her advantage, all while balancing life in high school.
Ep 5:
Me vs. My Confidence
Leila Jakubinek is a Muay Thai fighter who is committed to putting in the work. She travels to compete at SHEfights III for a rematch and refuses to back down until her name is called and her arm is raised in victory.
Episode 6:
Me vs. My Past
Jo Maisonneuve is a BJJ artist and MMA fighter who has faced multiple setbacks chasing her dreams. But her support network has grown along with her fighting abilities, and she’s ready to take on the world.
Episode Still Frames
Episode 1 - Lisa Perry
Episode 2 - Jess King
Episode 3 - Jen MacKean
Episode 4 - Gaby Chartrand
Episode 5 - Leila Jakubinek
Episode 6 - Jo Maissoneuve
