Swimming World Short Course Championships Trip 2018

New Zealand Short Course Championships saw the team for World Short Course Championships selected. My winning time of 2.07.48 for the 200 Backstroke was enough to see me selected to this New Zealand team to compete in Hangzhou China in December. It is a huge stepping stone for me on my way towards the ultimate goal of competing at the 2020 Olympics, and provides a great feeling of progression and recognition for all the hard work and sacrifices over the past four years. Having made my way back to Hawke's Bay at the beginning of the year, I am super proud to be flying the flag not only for our country, but for the HBPB swimming region and Sundevils club. As swimmers we are not in it for the financial rewards, more our own personal journey towards these goals we set ourselves. However this chance to compete on an International stage comes with a price tag. The team to compete has to front up $5300 for flights, accommodation, uniform, other team costs. It would mean the world to me if some friends, family, supporters and swimming community could chip in a bit of this to make sure my primary focus is on how to swim as fast as I can come December, not just how do I pay my way there! Every little bit would be greatly appreciated, and I will be doing my absolute best to do everyone in my wider circle proud when I stand behind those starting blocks in a few months time.