Aaliyah’s Journey – A Rising Dual Athlete

Aaliyah is a 13-year-old athlete from Bangalow, excelling in both athletics and basketball. She is a national silver medalist in discus, a multiple-time state champion in shot put and discus, and a U16 representative basketball player for the Ballina Breakers. Her hard work and dedication have led to incredible achievements in both sports, and she continues to push herself to compete at the highest level.

In athletics, Aaliyah has made a name for herself as one of the top junior throwers in Australia. She recently secured gold medals in discus and shot put at both the NSW Country Championships and the Region 1 Championships, where she also broke long-standing records. She has now qualified for the Australian Junior Championships in Perth (April 2025), where she will compete against the nation’s best young athletes.

In basketball, Aaliyah plays for the Ballina Breakers U16 Representative Team in the Basketball NSW Waratah League. She is also part of the North Coast Academy of Sport (NCAS) Basketball Program, where she receives elite training and development. She has been selected to compete in the NCAS Academy Games in Tamworth (April 2025) and will represent her school at the Marist National Basketball Tournament in Melbourne (March-April 2025)—an impressive achievement as a Year 8 student competing in a senior team.

Why Support Aaliyah?

Aaliyah’s journey to success requires ongoing training, competition experience, and access to elite coaching. However, competing at a national level across two sports comes with significant financial challenges, including:

✔ Flights to interstate competitions

✔ Accommodation for multi-day tournaments

✔ Competition entry fees

✔ Specialised coaching and training programs

✔ Strength & conditioning development

Beyond her upcoming competitions, Aaliyah has long-term aspirations of reaching international competitions, including the World Junior Championships. Continued support will allow her to train, compete, and develop at the highest level, ensuring she has the best opportunity to achieve her future goals.

How You Can Help

Your generous donations will directly support Aaliyah’s journey, allowing her to compete at state, national, and eventually international levels. Every contribution makes a difference in helping her reach her full potential while proudly representing New South Wales and our local community.

Thank you for being part of Aaliyah’s journey!