ARA Pro Racing Sunshine Coast Cyclist Michael Rice studying a Bachelor of Environmental Management at USC Sunshine Coast

G’day, My name is Michael Rice, I have just moved to the Sunshine Coast from Canberra to begin my studies at USC Sunshine Coast. It has taken me a few years to get to university as I turned 24 this year, but I was able to enjoy a few years doing what I love, which is racing around the world as a cyclist. I first … Continue reading ARA Pro Racing Sunshine Coast Cyclist Michael Rice studying a Bachelor of Environmental Management at USC Sunshine Coast

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

Netball Player Amy Metcalf studying a Bachelor of Environmental Management at USC Sunshine Coast

My name is Amy Metcalf and I am in my second year studying a Bachelors degree of Environmental Management at USC Sunshine Coast. I live in Redcliffe however I spend the majority of my time on the Sunshine Coast where I like to surf and spend time with friends at the beach. I am currently in the 2020 U19 Qld Netball team and will be … Continue reading Netball Player Amy Metcalf studying a Bachelor of Environmental Management at USC Sunshine Coast

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

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

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

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

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

Australian Dolphins Swimmer Chloe Gubecka studying a Bachelor of Dietetics at USC Sunshine Coast

Hey! Let me introduce myself… my name is Chloe Gubecka. I am an 18 year old athlete on the Australian Dolphins Swim Team (#811) and call me crazy, but I specialise in 10km open water swimming, however, I am not a stranger to pool competitions. My passion for swimming began from the young age of 5 months when I was first exposed to Learn to … Continue reading Australian Dolphins Swimmer Chloe Gubecka studying a Bachelor of Dietetics at USC Sunshine Coast

Track and Field athlete Ben Tacey studying a Bachelor of Sport Studies at USC Sunshine Coast

My name is Ben Tacey and I am a first-year student at USC having graduated from Immanuel Lutheran College in 2018.  I am studying a Bachelor of Sport Studies majoring in Entrepreneurship. I have been competing in the sport of Cross Country and Track since I was 9 years old and started taking it more seriously when I was 15. Growing up as a kid … Continue reading Track and Field athlete Ben Tacey studying a Bachelor of Sport Studies at USC Sunshine Coast