Meet Daniella Borda, the rad and vibrant skeet shooter representing Peru at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. She is changing the face of the sport, her infectious enthusiasm and bubbly personality make her a joy to be around. As an ambassador for BONE, she perfectly embodies our values: having fun, playing nice, being fair, working hard, and maintaining a positive mental attitude. Her journey to the Olympics is a heartwarming tale of family love, adventurous leaps, and relentless dedication. Daniella's story is a testament to dreaming big, working hard, staying true to oneself, and always having a blast along the way. That’s why we fully support her in everything she does and celebrate the countless people she inspires every day.
What first got you into skeet shooting?
Dani: Spending time with my dad and seeing how proud he was of every shot I made. Peru needed juniors for a competition in 2013, and training with my dad made me stick with it.
How do you prepare mentally and physically before a competition?
Dani: I have a sports psychologist for mental prep and a coach for physical training. I activate my muscles before each round and stretch afterward.
What has been your most memorable competition to date?
Dani: It’s a tie between the Pan American Games last year, where I qualified for the Olympics, and the World Championship in Baku, where I shot incredibly well.
Who has been your biggest influence or mentor in your shooting career?
Dani: My dad, who introduced me to the sport, and the Latin women shooters who inspire me to be better every day.
How do you handle the pressure of competing at an international level?
Dani: I always feel the pressure, but talking to friends and coaches, listening to music, and watching Disney movies helps me relax.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received from a coach?
Dani: No matter what others say, training hard will always bring results. Trust in yourself.
Can you describe your training regimen leading up to the Olympics? Is it the most intense so far?
Dani: Yes and no. Training has always been intense. Now, with the Olympics, I’m not working as much, so I spend more time at the range and try out new techniques in competitions.
What has been the biggest challenge you've faced in your shooting career?
Dani: Leaving my friends and family to pursue my goals. I’ve missed so many birthdays, weddings, and parties.
How do you celebrate a big win?
Dani: I cry, jump around, call my family, and then have a dance party in my hotel room!
How does it feel to be representing your country at the Olympics in Paris?
Dani: It feels incredible! It’s a huge responsibility, but it’s also an amazing honor.
Who were the first people you told?
Dani: My family—they were watching the Panam Games final together. Then I called my boss to tell him I won’t be in the office as much next year!
