NEIL PRETORIUS - AUSTRALIAN MENS NATIONAL TEAM

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Help me represent Australia on the Men’s National Ice Hockey Team. Your support helps cover travel, training, and competition costs.

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Since I was young, my dream has always been to represent Australia. Growing up, I watched athletes proudly wear the green and gold and compete for our country on the international stage. Seeing that pride and passion inspired me, and from an early age I knew that one day I wanted to have the same opportunity to represent Australia. Over the years, that dream became the motivation behind everything I do. It has pushed me to work hard every day, constantly developing my skills and committing myself to becoming the best athlete I can be. Today, I am incredibly proud to have the opportunity to compete as a member of the Australian Men’s National Ice Hockey Team. Being able to represent Australia and wear the national jersey is a huge honour and something I have worked towards for many years. To continue developing my game, I currently play college hockey in the United States, competing at a high level while also balancing the demands of university life. Playing college hockey has helped me grow as a player and given me the opportunity to challenge myself against strong competition every day. Balancing college hockey, academics, and the financial responsibilities of being a student-athlete can be challenging. My days are often filled with training, classes, studying, and working to help cover the costs that come with pursuing this dream. Like many players representing Australia internationally, we are responsible for covering many of the costs associated with competing for our national team. Throughout the year I train, practice, and prepare to perform at the highest level when representing Australia. Every training session, workout, and game is part of preparing to compete internationally and help push Australian ice hockey forward. My goal is not only to represent Australia but to help our national program continue to grow and compete against the best teams in the world. Every international tournament is an opportunity to help raise the level of Australian ice hockey and move closer to one day seeing Australia compete on the Olympic stage. Where Your Support Goes Representing Australia internationally comes with many expenses that athletes must help cover themselves. Donations will help support costs including: Travel <ul><li>International flights to tournaments</li><li>Accommodation during competition</li><li>Local transportation for team events and camps</li></ul> Training &amp; Preparation <ul><li>National team training camps</li><li>Strength and conditioning preparation</li><li>Recovery and physiotherapy</li></ul> Equipment <ul><li>Hockey gear and equipment</li><li>Team uniforms and apparel</li></ul> Competition Costs <ul><li>Tournament entry and federation fees</li><li>Team program costs</li></ul> Your support helps make it possible for me to focus on preparing, competing, and proudly representing Australia on the international stage. Representing Australia is something I take immense pride in, and any support helps me continue chasing this dream and competing for my country. Thank you for being part of this journey.