I have a dream of playing college basketball in the USA.

Since I was 7 I have been obsessed with basketball. Playing every day and in what teams I can. I have been given some great opportunities in playing with a number of Representative teams, and recently played at the Australian Junior Country Basketball Cup for NSW Country, in which we came second.

Then in 2024 played in the Australian National School Championships Tournament where we placed 5th in the U20's Division, and was the second highest 3-point shooter in the whole tournament.

Since 7yrs old, I have always wanted to play in the USA and now I have this opportunity to do so. This July I have been selected to go on tour with AUSA and play over in the USA and in front of 1200 college coaches and scouts.

As I am in year 12 at school right now and with my school study commitments (USA colleges require a certain academic standard for scholarships) and my basketball training schedule (currently playing for my School team - Hillcrest Christian College, Queensland State League and Gold Coast NBL1 Squad) and training approx 10 times per week), I don't have time for a job to help fund this upcoming tour.

Your funds would really help with getting me over there, no matter how big or small. The tour costs approx $10,000 (and that is not including spending money - I will hit my dad up for this - lol)

Thank you so so much for helping me live out my dreams and play over in the USA.

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