My name is Emanuele (Manny) Marino, I am 12 years old and football is a very important part of my life.

God has blessed me with determination, allowing me to work hard on achieving the goals I set my mind into. Playing football is what I enjoy the most and I aspire to become a World class football player in the future.

I have been recently selected to be part of the Queensland Representative School Sport 10-12 years Football Team to represent the State in the School Sport National Championships to be held in Perth, WA between the 13^th and the 18^th of October 2024.

As you can imagine, this selection means the World to me, a selection that I have been chasing for a couple of years now. Making the Queensland Football Team was one of my mid-term goals as I see it as a stepping stone in the football journey I can see ahead of me.

Playing in the Nationals will be an opportunity to be tested against the best young footballers in the Nation and I am honoured to be part of the team now.

Attending this Tournament is a big financial burden for my family, also considering the fact that to be selected we had to already attend another tournament in Townsville one month ago which was also costly. That is why I am asking for your support to help me achieve my sporting dream. Funds raised will help me cover the cost associated with the participation in the event (levy, compulsory uniforms, flights, accommodation, transportation, etc.).

I cannot wait to get to the Nationals and share my great experience with all who have followed my football journey so far. All contributions, no matter the amount, are gratefully appreciated as they will help me reach my full potential and most importantly enjoy this experience in full.

Thanks in advance for helping me to achieve my dream.