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Water Sport

Surf Boat Rower Hallum Went Studying a Bachelor of Accounting (Commerce) at USC Sunshine Coast

Hi, my name is Hallum Went and I compete in Surf Boat Rowing. This sport is a branch of Surf Life Saving and has a huge presence throughout Australia. Boat crews consist of four rowers and one ‘sweep’ who controls the boats balance and direction. The sweep is usually also the coach for the rowers. A race is approximately 700 to 900 meters, starting the … Continue reading Surf Boat Rower Hallum Went Studying a Bachelor of Accounting (Commerce) at USC Sunshine Coast

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Motorsport

BMX Rider Tenniele Botfield studying a BEd(Sec)/BRecOutdoorEnvStudies at USC Sunshine Coast

G’Day! My name is Tenniele Botfield and I am undertaking my second year of study at USC Sunshine Coast. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Education (Secondary) / Bachelor of Recreation and Outdoor Environmental Studies. This may sound crazy, but BMX has been part of my life since I was born. Attending my first BMX race meet at only 6 days old. I guess … Continue reading BMX Rider Tenniele Botfield studying a BEd(Sec)/BRecOutdoorEnvStudies at USC Sunshine Coast

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Water Sport

Surf Boat Rower Emily Morcom Commencing a Bachelor of Paramedic Science at USC Sunshine Coast

Hi, my name is Emily Morcom and I will be commencing the Bachelor of Paramedic Science at USC this year. I compete in Surf boat rowing for Dicky Beach Surf Life Saving Club.  I have been involved with lifesaving for around 10 years now and I absolutely love it. I am also a Patrol Captain and enjoy the challenge of keeping our beaches safe for … Continue reading Surf Boat Rower Emily Morcom Commencing a Bachelor of Paramedic Science at USC Sunshine Coast

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Equestrian

Showjumper Chris Holland studying a Bachelor of Laws/B of Business at USC Sunshine Coast

My name is Chris Holland, I am 18 years old and compete in the Olympic discipline of Showjumping. I have ridden horses since I was about five however, I didn’t begin showjumping until around the age of 10.  For those who do not know much about the sport, showjumping involves riding a horse over a course with the result being judged based on number of … Continue reading Showjumper Chris Holland studying a Bachelor of Laws/B of Business at USC Sunshine Coast

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Cycling

Cyclist Anya Louw studying a Bachelor of Dietetics at USC Sunshine Coast

My name is Anya Louw, I am 19 years old, and I am from Devonport, Tasmania. I am a first year student here at USC Sunshine Coast, studying for a Bachelor of Dietetics, and am a cyclist that is part of the Australian Cycling Academy / ARA – Pro Racing Sunshine Coast Team. I started cycling when I was 10 years old with my local … Continue reading Cyclist Anya Louw studying a Bachelor of Dietetics at USC Sunshine Coast

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Water Sport

Surfer Mason Schremmer studying a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) at USC Sunshine Coast

Hi, my name is Mason Schremmer and I’m 19 years old. I’m originally from Florida but moved to Hawaii when I was 11, and that’s when I started surfing. I’ve been competing for almost 7 years now, and this is my second year on the WSL Longboard Tour. When I first started competing, I entered junior contests and worked my way up to state and … Continue reading Surfer Mason Schremmer studying a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) at USC Sunshine Coast

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HPSA Program, Water Sport

Paralympic Spartan Swimmer Katja Dedekind Commencing a Bachelor of Arts at USC Sunshine Coast

My name is Katja Dedekind and I am part of the Australian Paralympic Swim Team and have been for the past 4 years. I am currently 18 years old and am doing my first year of University, where I’ll be studying a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Creative Writing and Publishing. The reason I have decided to do this major is because I am a … Continue reading Paralympic Spartan Swimmer Katja Dedekind Commencing a Bachelor of Arts at USC Sunshine Coast

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HPSA Program

USC High Performance Student Athlete Program: Opening Ceremony – Semester 1, 2020

Last Monday the 17th of February, USC held the High Performance Student Athlete (HPSA) Program Opening Ceremony for Semester 1, 2020. The Opening Ceremony commenced with an introduction held by HPSA Coordinator Tania Stevenson, followed by a short video of past student success stories and achievements throughout the duration of the program. High Performance Sport and Associate Professor in Sports Biomechanics Mark Sayers was there … Continue reading USC High Performance Student Athlete Program: Opening Ceremony – Semester 1, 2020

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HPSA Program, Water Sport

Longboarder Riley Thomson Commencing a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at USC Sunshine Coast

Hi! My name is Riley Thomson. I am a longboarder starting my first year of study at the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC Sunshine Coast). I will be commencing a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) full-time, and I’m super excited. I started surfing at the age of 10 and began longboarding at 15. Surfing competitions have played a big part in my life. I have … Continue reading Longboarder Riley Thomson Commencing a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at USC Sunshine Coast

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Athletics, HPSA Program

Pole Vaulter & Cheerleader Emily Marschall studying a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at USC Sunshine Coast

My name is Emily Marschall and I am currently undertaking a degree in Biomedical Science (minoring in Biochemistry) at the University of the Sunshine Coast. I began my tertiary education at the University of Queensland St. Lucia campus back in 2017 studying Anthropology and Linguistics (majoring in Japanese), but decided to transfer home mid-2018 – and it was the best decision I have made to … Continue reading Pole Vaulter & Cheerleader Emily Marschall studying a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at USC Sunshine Coast

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