I have the incredible opportunity to play at the Australian National Youth Water Polo Championships for the U18s and U16s teams based in Perth in April, where I hope to make one step closer to my dream of playing for the Aussie Sharks Water Polo Team at the Olympics one day.  

With the competition being based in Perth over 2 weeks, I’m looking to raise funds to help with the flights, accommodation and food (especially food! I have to eat a lot!) and would love your support to help me get there. I am aiming to raise $3500.

I have been playing water polo for the last 4 years with the North Brisbane Polo Bears Water Polo Club, and Queensland Teams in 2023 and 2024. This is where I have learned through hard work and dedication to use my size and demonstrated my talent and potential. I was then selected to train and trial with the Queensland team in the age group above, where my development as a Centre Back and Centre Forward has grown, leading me to be invited to play in the u18s AYC team in Perth. I won the Most Valuable Player award in u14 s in 2024, and have played in u15, u16 and u17s throughout the 2024/ 2025 season. I have amazing team mates, who have helped me achieve this, and I am grateful for the support my Mum provides.

I invite you to share this journey with me, and watch me grow as an athlete and person, as I aspire to reach my goals and dreams in water polo. I value any support you can provide as it will all help. In return, I promise to train hard, remain dedicated and play to the best of my ability. 

Thank you, sincerely,

Thor Nilsen.