From Aotearoa to Chile - help Manawanui fulfil his dream of competing in football on the international stage

**Manawanui – Rising Football Talent**

- Manawanui is a 13‑year‑old footballer from Taranaki, who continues to defy the odds through determination, hard work, and heart.

- He has earned a place at the prestigious RH3 Football Academy, a recognised pathway for some of Aotearoa’s most talented young footballers.

**Living the Elite Football Lifestyle**

- This has taken him to Cambridge, where he lives at Clive House with Ricki and Raewyn Herbert.

- Clive House supports a small group of elite young athletes who live and train in a high‑performance football environment every day.

**Next Opportunity – Chile Tour 2026**

- Following an outstanding performance at the RH3 National Camp, Manawanui has been selected to tour Chile in September 2026.

- Under the guidance of Ricki Herbert CNZM, Manawanui will experience:

World‑class training environments

Elite international competition

Experiences that accelerate his growth as both a footballer and a young man

**How You Can Help**

- We are seeking support to make this once in a lifetime opportunity possible.

- Every donation, big or small, helps cover the costs of the tour and will be recognised.

- Donors who contribute over $100 will have their names printed on a t‑shirt Manawanui will proudly wear in Chile.

**Thank you for supporting Manawanui as he pursues his football dreams and represents his whānau, community, and Aotearoa with pride.**