Swimming has always been a huge part of my life. From a young age, the water became a place where I felt free, challenged and determined to push myself to be the best athlete I could be. Through years of hard work, early mornings, countless training sessions and the unwavering support of my family, coaches and teammates, I have recently achieved one of my biggest dreams: selection to the Australian Dolphins Para-Swimming Team.

I compete in the S10, SB9 and SM10 classifications and am proud to represent Australia on the international stage. Reaching this level has required dedication, resilience and sacrifice, but I know that this is only the beginning of my journey. My goal is to continue developing as an athlete, compete against the world's best para swimmers and ultimately work towards future Paralympic success.

Representing Australia comes with significant financial commitments. Funding raised through the Australian Sports Foundation will help cover the costs associated with high-performance competition and training, including travel and accommodation for competitions and training camps, specialist coaching support, equipment, recovery and sports science services, and the day-to-day expenses involved in pursuing excellence in elite sport.

Every contribution, no matter the size, will help ease the financial pressure on my family and allow me to focus on what I love most: training hard, competing with pride and striving to reach my full potential.

I am incredibly grateful for the support I have received throughout my journey so far. By supporting this campaign, you are becoming part of my team and helping me continue to chase goals that once seemed impossible. I hope my journey encourages others to pursue their own dreams, overcome challenges and never underestimate what can be achieved through determination and belief.

Thank you for your support and for being part of this exciting next chapter as I proudly represent Australia as a member of the Australian Dolphins Para-Swimming Team.