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06 Sept 2025

Kilkenny sisters shine at World Irish Dancing Championships

Kilkenny sisters shine at World Irish Dancing Championships

Sofia Khodabacksh took home two world medals from the World Irish Dancing Championships in Killarney. She is pictured with her teachers Evelyn, Janine and Sarah

Two young Bennettsbridge dancing sisters continue to star in the Irish Dancing world.

Zahra and Sofia Khodabacksh took part in the World Irish Dancing Championships last week in Killarney.

Zahra took home a world globe placing, finishing third overall in the championship and two world medals - one a gold.

Sofia also took home two world medals.

Congrats to both girls. 

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