I’m Sophia Sammons, and I am a cyclist from Perth, WA.

Since joining the sport 2 years ago, I’ve come a really long way. 2024 especially has been a big year of growth and development for me. I joined a local Perth team, Cycling Development Foundation, and competed both nationally and internationally for the first time! With such a supportive team around me, I was able to achieve some results I am really proud of. 

In my debut NRS race, the Melbourne to Warrnambool, I placed fourth from a break away. In early April I won the Oceania U23 TT championships and later in the year, I placed 5th GC at Tour of Gippsland.

Earlier this year I placed 3rd in the U23 TT Nationals and 2nd in the U23 Nationals road race. I've continued to enjoy racing the Provelo Super League surrounded by my new team.

As Australia heads into winter and the Provelo League comes to an end, I am really keen to continue racing in Europe!

To realise these dreams, I will need additional support. The expenses of racing and training have become too much for me as I am entirely self-funded. I require help to cover the costs of training, flights, racing logistics and general living expenses for next year. 

Thank you for taking the time to read this, I really appreciate it. Any contribution will help me to continue to reach my dreams of becoming a professional athlete. I know I am capable of getting there.