Off-Season Profiles: Janet Kennedy & Sophie Beck

Over the summer, we caught up with X-Women Rugby's Janet Kennedy and Sophie Beck on their off-season plans, favourite moments at StFX and what they're looking forward to this season — plus more!

To watch Janet and Sophie in action with the X-Women, check out the full 2023 season schedule and purchase game tickets here.

Janet Kennedy

Nickname: Janimal!

Summer Bucket List Item: Watching the Canadian Women's Rugby Team play in the Pacific Four Series, here in Ottawa.

Pre-Game Pump Up Song: Obvious choice but it has to be X Gon' Give It To Ya

Favourite StFX Memory: Last season's homecoming game. We had the grand opening of our locker room, I was able to meet a whole bunch of alumni, and I scored by first try at home! It was a really special weekend.

Funniest Teammate: Ella-Skye Fodor! S/O to my runners up — Katie Douglas and Katie Murphy.

Favourite Pro Team: Toronto Arrows

What are you up to this summer?

The highlight of my summer so far has been my backpacking trip. I visited 7 European countries and met up with my teammate (& roommate) Skye Koyote in London and Amsterdam! Apart from that, I've been playing rugby with the Ottawa Irish, serving at an outdoor patio, and getting my off-season workouts in.

What's your favourite off-season workout/activity?

When the weather is nice, running outdoors.

What are you most excited for this season?

I cannot wait to reunite with my teammates and meet our new recruits! I'm looking forward to time together, lots of fun team activities, and new friendships.

Sophie Beck

Nickname: Rex or Rexy

Summer Bucket List Item: Learning how to wind surf

Pre-Game Pump Up Song: X Gon' Give It To Ya of course

Favourite StFX Memory: Training camp is always special. It's the first time we're all together. Everyone's excited for the season and eager to prove themselves. It's honestly the best time.

Funniest Teammate: Maddie Weisshaar intentionally. Kenny (my lovely roommate) unintentionally

Favourite Pro Athlete/Team: Alysha Corrigan. I also follow Manchester City

What are you up to this summer?

Playing summer club rugby, waitressing, and hanging out by the lake.

What's your favourite off-season workout/activity?

Team lifts, catching up on TV, and reading.

What are you most excited for this season?

Our pre-season tour to the USA.