Diesel’s Dash for Hope ✅

Kia ora, I’m Diesel.

Growing up, I dreamed of becoming an All Black. I worked hard for it, and I was even scholarshiped to a school that was supported by I Am Hope to help spread mental-health awareness.

But a life-threatening concussion changed everything. My rugby path ended overnight, and for a long time I didn’t know what direction to go in. It was a tough moment, but it taught me something important: even when life takes an unexpected turn, you can still rise, rebuild, and find a new purpose.

Now, four years later, I’m competing in BYD-HYROX Auckland. I’m doing it to prove that setbacks don’t define us. You can take something difficult, learn from it, and still become everything you want to be.

That’s why I’m proud to fundraise for I Am Hope, a charity that gives young Kiwis free mental-health support when they need it most. They were part of my journey years ago, and now I want to give back.

If you’re able to donate, big or small, it helps someone else get the support they need to keep moving forward.

Thank you for supporting me, supporting mental health, and showing that anything is possible.