by Cath | Feb 9, 2021 | 2021
The jump from competing as a Under 19 to racing against the worlds best in the Elite category has been the biggest stepping stone and challenge in my athlete life so far. I find even with the support of such a generous community that athletes still need to take some...
by Cath | Feb 9, 2021 | 2021
I am a passionate, motivated sportswoman who has a willingness to accept and face challenges, learn new skills and extend my skill repertoire from hard work and perseverance. I have been apart of team sports from a young age including touch football, volleyball,...
by Cath | Feb 9, 2021 | 2021
HI I’m Ollie & I’m in Year 12 at Matamata College. I love sport & it literally gets me out of bed everyday. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis when i was 8yo. It mostly affects my lower joints/tendons but it is an autoimmune disease so it...
by Cath | Feb 9, 2021 | 2021
My name is Olive Pearce and I am 17 years old and am in Year 13 at Tauranga Girls’ College. Summary of my last 2.5 years: Named in the Surf Lifesaving NZ team (Youth, U19) to compete at the 2020 Surf Lifesaving World Championships in Italy (event cancelled due to...
by Cath | Feb 9, 2021 | 2021
I am currently attending Hamilton Boys High School, and have had the privilege of being a Sports Prefect and the Polynesian Tutor group leader this year. These roles have involved public speaking, organising events, as well as being the voice and a role model for the...
