Motivation: Be the best all-round athlete I can be and strive to continually improve my technique and achieve PB's!

Inspiration: Breathtaking performances (WOW moments) and the never give up attitude from all athletes!

Random fact: I Love Volleyball as much as I Love Athletics!

Motivation: I love representing my country and making friends through athletics all over the world. I is a great honour to run for Australia. I want to be the best role model I can be for kids with disabilities. To show them that no matter what if you work hard you can overcome just that anything.

Inspiration: Usain Bolt and Yohan Blake are inspirations for my running. Tom Burrows' commitment and never give up attitude is amazing, no matter what he just keeps going!

Random fact: I play the drums, can do push-ups standing on my hands and I'm an international Athlete Ambassador for Virtus - World Intellectual Sport

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Motivation: I love the pursuit of excellence. The feeling of smashing a session and seeing the results day after day is what motivates me to be the best.

Inspiration: Seeing an amazing performance always inspires me to be better. It makes me want to train harder, eat, sleep and recover better than I ever have before so the next time I compete, I'll be the one smashing it and hopefully inspiring others!

Random fact: I didn't start training until I was 16 (it's never too late to start!) and I have a vlog on YouTube showing everyone how much work goes into being an athlete!

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Motivation: My motivation is after being self taught for three years I have learnt to wait for your time and good things will come. After working off from YouTube and the internet and kept on grinding each and everyday by myself without any assistance for three years, it has finally paid off because I won two silver medals at the school state champs last year and went to my first ever all schools nationals. So what motivates me to keep on going is always learning new things and exploring new ideas to help me throw further each week.

Inspiration: What inspired me to start athletics was my mum as she is the biggest supporter in my throwing career. Also what inspired me was that I got an opportunity to get coached by Matt Denny and after two sessions I learnt so much and I will always be grateful for him coaching me.

Random fact: Before every competition I go to, I watch shot put or discus videos to get me in the zone. Also I like to go somewhere quiet and do some breathing techniques to relax myself.

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Motivation: Top 5 at the Olympic Games & breaking my 3km steeple Australian record

Inspiration: Eloise Wellings - she has been my role model since I was a little girl.

Random fact: I am French Mauritian

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Motivation: I try to keep it quite simple by focusing on being better today than I was yesterday and by being better tomorrow compared to today.

Inspiration: My short term inspiration is to qualify and compete at the 2021 Comm Youth Games in Trinidad Tobago whilst taking it one step at a time.

Random fact: I am addicted to Nike Pro's and chocolate.

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Motivation: I enjoy training and competing and striving to become the best athlete I can. I like to watch the javelin wobble and discus fly when I do a great throw.

Inspiration: I am inspired by throwers Johannes Vetter and Robert Harting in javelin and discus. I enjoyed training and competing alongside the 2018 commonwealth games athletes from Great Britain, Grenada, Wales and Scotland while they were training at out track. I also got to watch these athletes compete and one win Gold in the mens decathlon at the Gold Coast Commonwealth games. These athletes inspired me with their attitudes and encouragement.

Random fact: I can shoot hoops in basketball backwards from half court. I also do swimming, volleyball and tennis.

Motivation: My family and friends is what motivates me, making them proud of me. I am also chasing the elusive gold medal from Nationals.

Inspiration: I am inspired to try and reach the Olympics one day when I'm older.

Random fact: I am a food sock addict. I have many pairs of socks, all with food on them.

Motivation: Seeing results. I love competing but I'm not so fussed on training!

Inspiration: Plenty - Sally Pearson, Cedric Dubler, Aries Merritt and my peers whom I compete against.

Random fact: I entered the QA heptathlon 4 days out from comp. - best decision ever! Will keep doing combined events now...

Motivation: The feeling of pushing myself ,finding new limits every time during training and competition and feeling limitless, keeps me going. At the end of the day i want to see just how fast i can actually run.

Inspiration: As a kid I've always looked up to Usain Bolt. I liked the fact that although he was behind at the start he would come home on everyone. I got envious of his speed and it made me strive to be the fastest, it makes me aspire to prove my worth as the greatest sprinter i can be.

Random fact: I didn't take track serious till i was 15 and i used to do distance running for fun when i was younger.

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Motivation: My motivation for athletics comes from the adrenaline and satisfaction I get from racing and the goals that I set for myself and work hard to achieve. Of course, I would love to rep the green and gold one day too!

Inspiration: One of my biggest inspirations of all time would have to be Cathy Freeman who is one of the kindest people who was able to work hard for her goals and show what could be done against adversity. Morgan Mitchell would have to be another inspiration of mine after her transition from the 400m to the 800m. It does go to show that things like that are more than possible.

Random fact: If it wasn’t athletics and where that has taken me, I would of pursued tae-kwon-do competitively after having been in the sport for over 6 years.

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Motivation: I just want to be the best I can be and push my limits in training and on the track, so I can look back and not have any regrets knowing I've given it my all and that I've run as fast as I could.

Inspiration: I look up to Rohan Browing and Jack Hale, they've proven that with hard work and determination it is possible as an Australian to run elite times. All the people in the athletics community, my squad and the boys I compete with inspire me as well. At the end of the day they're the ones lining up next to me and pushing me that little bit harder.

Random fact: I'm 17 and I've only been training for 10 months and in that time I became 5th in Australia for U18 100m and dropped from a 11.5 to 10.6 second 100m. It's never too late to start!

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Motivation: I’ve always wanted to wear the green and gold and travel to different parts of the world. Watching older athletes who have been in my footsteps inspire me, and helps me to know that anything is possible.

Inspiration: My three inspiring people that help me pursue my dreams are Annie McGuire, Sally Pearson and my Mum. Annie has always been a great friend of mine who amazes me with her talent. I love watching her compete and succeeding with such love for her sport. I am inspired by Sally Pearson, her motivation, focus and dedication to athletics is incredible. Lastly my Mum, I may annoy her with all the travel I make her do but Mum and Dad are always there for me, encouraging me to have fun and be my best.

Random fact: Before I got serious with athletics I was a gymnast. My favourite events was the floor routine and the vault.

Motivation: Motivation: I have always dreamed to make it to the Olympics and represent Australia for the 100m. I am constantly pushing myself to be the best I can be because no one else is going to do it for me. I love competing and training for athletics because it's my happy place and I wouldn't give it up for anything

Inspiration: Inspiration: My biggest inspirations are sally Pearson and Riley day. Sally Pearson has taught me to never give up no matter what and always strive to be the best you can and train as if you are competing. Riley day is an inspiration because it doesn't matter if she is the youngest or the oldest competing, she never lets anything get in her head and stop her from being the best. My family, coach Paul Di Bella and PDB squad members are also an inspiration because they show me so much support no matter what I do on the track.

Random fact: Random Fact: Along with athletics I represent North Queensland for Basketball.

Motivation: Wanting to do my family proud and also the success of hard work paying off and hoping to one day represent the green and gold.

Inspiration: Usain Bolt inspired me to pursue a career in athletics and his character is something that inspires me to continue and want to succeed.

Random fact: Born and raised in a country town called Charters Towers in North Queensland with a population of around 8,000.

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Motivation: The thing that motivates me about doing athletics is that I love the feeling of being on the track or field when competing and love socialising with other people and I do not feel any different from anyone else. Also the fact that I represented Australia at the INAS Global Games in 2019 in the Heptathlon - I would love to represent Australia again. I love how inclusive athletics is as I find it difficult because of my autism and intellectual impairment and people clapped when you finish a race even if you finished dead last.

Inspiration: The thing that inspiration me to keep going with athletics is my coach Tom Bradbury. He believes I can do It even when I find it difficult to at times and some of the other athletes that were at the INAS Global Games with me such as Drew Simmons and Stephanie Schweitzer.

Random fact: One fact about me is that I absolutely love cats and I foster kittens through the RSPCA. When I'm competing in summer it's kitten season so I have to drive to Brisbane and back to Toowoomba to look after them as well as training.

Motivation: To be wearing the green and gold, especially at the Paralympics.

Inspiration: I am inspired by all athletes who keep turning up and training hard even after a bad day or result.

Random fact: I came from a gymnastics background and love to eat hot chips after competing.

Motivation: To see how far I can push myself physically and mentally around one lap of the track.

Inspiration: Seeing the next generation of athletes coming through

Random fact: Never lost a game of Mario Kart

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Motivation: I find myself motivated through self discipline. When I don’t compete to the best of my ability it motivates me to push myself harder for the next comp.

Inspiration: I have always been inspired by the Olympic Games since I was very young.

Random fact: I love training with my track squad.

Motivation: Seeing the hard work pay off in races and feeling my fitness grow is what motivates me the most. U20 IAAF World Cross Country in Bathurst is additionally a goal I am striving for.

Inspiration: Seeing the athletes I know working hard! The older athletes in my life have also been a big inspiration to me as I see them race overseas and achieve times while also having fun.

Random fact: My mum went to the Sydney Olympics for triathlon (South Africa) and I have 3 younger sisters who all make QLD XC/ track teams keeping me on my toes!

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Motivation: I’ve always dreamed to wear the green and gold on a world stage, with this goal in mind I am constantly striving for improvement to become a better athlete. I love the idea of competition and chasing the feeling of success.

Inspiration: My biggest inspirations are Sally Pearson and Brooke Stratton as their careers are prime examples of how hard work and perseverance can turn a dream into reality. Also, my Nana who said “you can do anything if you try”. I lost my Nana at the age of 7 so her advice is something I live out daily.

Random fact: I used to race Go Karts before I got into Athletics - I’ve always been competitive at heart and have a need for speed!

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Motivation: My main motivation is seeing that women’s triple jump is a smaller group, competing in this group is helping grow and knowing this is making it an exciting event. I love this event, as well as the training and making great friendships along the way.

Inspiration: My inspirations are Will Claye, Christian Taylor, Yanis David and Inessa Kravets.

Random fact: I used to be a national race walker.

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Motivation: Athletics provides the ultimate challenge as you basically spent your life trying to better your best times. Therefore it is something that everyone can challenge themselves with whether you are an elite athlete or just love competing for your club. I have been selected to compete for Australia 7 times and love competing for my country. It is the ultimate test as an athlete. I cherish my two bronze world championship medals but it is always the hunt for gold that keeps getting you out of bed everyday to train.

Inspiration: As an indigenous athlete I try to show people that hard work helps you achieve amazing things. I hope to inspire youth to have a go. As a little girl I watched Cathy Freeman win gold in Sydney and this is my favourite moment in sport. It inspired me to have a go. My other inspiration is my coach who goes above and beyond for me to help me achieve my sporting and life goals.

Random fact: At Nitro Athletics in Melbourne I competed for China. Not bad for an indigenous Aussie girl!

Motivation: To represent my country in the green and gold, especially at the olympics.

Inspiration: The amount of talent we have in Australia inspires me to want to be one of the best.

Random fact: I can play just about any song on the drums.

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Motivation: Number one in Australia for both the 1500m & 800m events - and further along the track - a future Olympian

Inspiration: Although she only recently changed to my event, Morgan Mitchell has been an inspiration for me since I can remember. The athleticism that she displays both on and off the track has inspired me and motived me to become a greater athlete in my chosen events

Random fact: In my junior athletics years, I was a speedy little sprinter and a springy little jumper - now I can't do either to save myself!

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Motivation: Motivation for me is that there’s always room for improvement. Not every race is going to go to plan but I drive to be better then my last race every time I compete.

Inspiration: My inspiration is my people. I inspire to be better for myself but I also hope to inspire the next generation of young indigenous Australian athletes.

Random fact: When I was born my hip had popped out so when the doctors popped it back into place from then on my left hip has always been slightly higher than my right.

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Motivation: To push myself to see what my best is; how fast I can go and what level that will take me to.

Inspiration: I come from a sporting family, so growing up I was always around my parents and aunts who were playing Touch Football and Netball for Queensland and Australia, which was really inspiring.

Random fact: I can recite the entire script of the (original) Lion King from memory

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Motivation: To become the GOAT for para javelin - to be able to be one of the best para javelin throwers.

Inspiration: My nan and pop - I even have them tattooed on my chest and before a comp kiss each one!

Random fact: I used to play table tennis and train for it

Motivation: To be the best thrower I can possibly be and to continue to chase the feeling of the 'perfect' throw. I'm lucky in that I love the sport and there's nothing I'd rather be doing than training.

Inspiration: My coach, Julian, for his encouragement, wisdom and mentorship. I always leave training buzzing.

Random fact: I listen to Don't Stop Believin' by Journey before every competition. Gets me hyped every time.

Motivation: The feeling of being weightless in the air

Inspiration: Ever since I was a little kid, I’d be amazed on how fast and far athletes on TV could go. My inspiration was to be one of them.

Random fact: I listen to heavy metal during my warm up

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Motivation: I am motivated by seeing results from hard work and pushing myself beyond limits.

Inspiration: Lebron James and Joshua Tuisova because of their childhood stories of hard work and sacrifice.

Random fact: I am Fijian and have been living in Brisbane since 2017. I broke my collarbone playing rugby 3 weeks before the Qld State Champs, but managed to run and come third in the 200m finals to make Qld State Rep for 2020. I found out that two of my competitors in the same race also played rugby for different clubs and we had actually played against each other before.

Motivation: I've always dreamt of crossing the line first while representing Australia. Even the opportunity to represent Australia with so many quality upcoming runners performing so well would be a dream come true. The idea of running a sub-4-minute mile as well as a sub 3:35 1500m and sub 1:45 800m keeps me training as hard as I can.

Inspiration: I look up to Adam Fogg and Craig Engels for inspiration. Both of these guys are ready to win big races all around the world and I strive to be at their level. I love Morgan McDonald, Stewy Mac, and Peter Bol because they can create an atmosphere on and off the track. I've always looked up to some of the greats like Cathy Freeman and Craig Mottram.

Random fact: I actually started off as a sprinter running under the guidance of my school coach before starting middle/long-distance running in 2017. I won my first state title at the end of 2017 and haven't stopped running since! I also have a YouTube channel about my life as a developing student-athlete called The Tyney Exclusive which is definitely worth checking out.

Motivation: I have always been motivated to be the best possible version of myself and have always been incredibly competitive in everything I do. This may be because I’ve had my Dad coach me from an early age and his sporting work ethics have rubbed off on me, but equally I know if I work hard, I will reap the rewards. This doesn’t just go for athletics but also for league, union and weightlifting that I compete in. Also by training hard and qualifying for events like Nationals, it means that I get to travel around Australia and catch up with friends from other states that I have made over the past few years.

Inspiration: I don’t necessarily have one individual person that is my inspiration as I’m a great admirer of everyone that has been successful in their discipline/chosen sport. I have however been very fortunate to receive mentoring from close friends of my Dad’s that have been successful in their chosen sport (Mick Jones former Commonwealth Hammer Champion and Andy Saxton former Commonwealth Weightlifting Champion) and I always find myself more motivated once I’ve had a session with them knowing that they are sharing their knowledge with me and have given up their time to help guide me on my sporting journey.

Random fact: At the tender age of just 2 years, I was able to climb to the top of a gym rope on my own (and get down of course!), much to the shock of my gym teacher! I can also throw further than my Dad with the 25lb weight throw!

Motivation: Nothing I love more than training meticulously and refining my hurdling technique.

Inspiration: Grant Holloway - Recently broke a 40-year-old NCAA hurdles record

Random fact: I've been swimming in Antarctica

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Motivation: No regrets! Ever since I could walk I have always dreamt of going to Olympics and Commonwealth Games. It's never too late to live your dream.

Inspiration: The results of this season were absolutely amazing. The only way from here is GOAT!

Random fact: I tinker with cars sometimes and I love the challenge.

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Motivation: My main motivation is watching the hard work and sacrifices put in the sport pay off with my results. Ultimately, I would love to be able to rep the green and gold at the Commonwealth Games and Olympics further down the track.

Inspiration: My main inspiration is Genevieve Gregson - she is such a humble athlete who grew up nearby to me and in fact used to race against my sister at many regional and state meets. Not only is she an amazing athlete and steeplechaser in particular, she is my role model both on and off the track as she shows that with consistency, hard work and determination you can reach elite levels.

Random fact: I have a sister who is 8 years older then me, and she is the reason I started running in the first place. She also was 5-time National Champion for the Steeplechase and 1500m.

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Motivation: My motivation is constantly trying to push my limits and always trying to be the best athlete I can be, and always striving to compete at the highest level.

Inspiration: Some of my inspiration comes from my idols in the sport like Jack Partrige, Donovan Brazier, Peter Bol and Matt Centrowitz.

Random fact: A random fact about me is I use to train for sprinting cause it was easier than distance training before I took 800m and 1500m seriously.

Motivation: One of my biggest motivators is to represent Australia at a major championship. I have spent 4 years in the college system away from the domestic scene in Australia. I’m hungry to get back into this arena and compete hard with all this experience I have gained in the USA.

Inspiration: Seeing people reach success after putting substantial amounts of time into their chosen craft. There’s nothing like putting a goal out there for everyone to see and then achieving that goal despite challenges that may be faced along the way.

Random fact: I am the 68th Australian to break the 4 minute mile

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Motivation: For me, running is an avenue to test myself and what is important to me. It both builds and reveals character in the challenging moments. I aim to go about everything with grit, integrity and gratitude with the goal of getting the best out of myself and seeing what is possible.

Inspiration: I'm inspired by anyone who works hard, is mentally tough and isn't afraid to be themselves.

Random fact: I met my husband at World Juniors - he was competing in the steeplechase for USA.

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Motivation: I love seeing all the hard work pay off during races and big events. I love feeling fit, fast and strong.

Inspiration: My family, my mum was an athlete herself and she really inspires me to be the best I can be. My family believes in me and that means everything.

Random fact: I dowloaded Tiktok as a joke and now I’m obsessed.

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Motivation: To continue to get the best out of myself and achieve the highest results possible in time to represent Australia and compete against the best in the world .

Inspiration: Athletes that really dig deep to improve themselves is inspirational. When they are the girls you compete against it motivates me knowing that the bar is always rising .

Random fact: From u8 to u16 I competed in Surf Lifesaving and I was nick-named Rabbit as I always loved racing from the front and making the others chase .

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Motivation: I love my sport. It's always a huge help keeping motivated when I train, throw and drill for fun. I enjoy every second of it, the good and the bad. Another huge motivator is trying to prove myself wrong. I find myself constantly telling myself that I won't be as good as the worlds best athlete's, but in reality I don't need to be, I need to be the best that I can be. So I'm constantly trying to disprove the voice in my head saying "I can't do it." And a third: I represented Australia for the first time last year and it was incredible. I'd love the opportunity to do it again. I train 150% with the thought of representing our country again in the back of my mind.

Inspiration: When I was around 12, my Little Athletics coach told me that I would never throw over 30m in Discus unless I started spinning. So I hopped on YouTube, had a look at what to do and from there on I was always improving. Once I got a proper throws coach, my ability sky rocketed and I'm forever greatful for the both of them. Without them, I wouldn't even be close to where I am today. Another huge inspiration in my life is my best friend Brad. He has Cerebral Palsy, and he tackles it every day. His ability to push through that huge life obstacle inspires me to never take anything for granted, to never give up and to always push through life's hardships.

Random fact: I'm possibly the worlds biggest nerd. I'm a huge fan of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and the list goes on. I love Eminem. I also have a guilty pleasure for One Direction.

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Motivation: I love running fast and I hate losing - at anything. Training isn’t a chore because I love athletics and I am surrounded by motivated and talented athletes. I want to be able to consistently run a sub 10s 100m and a sub 20s 200m, and one day I hope to be an Olympic Champion.

Inspiration: Usain Bolt and Alex Hartmann. The World and Australian 200m GOATs. Bolt gave me a fist bump at Nitro Athletics in Melbourne when I was still small, and Alex inspires me every day that we train together.

Random fact: My Great Aunty is an Olympic Silver medalist in High Jump and a member of the Athletics Hall of Fame. It’s great that I can run fast, because my standing LJ is almost longer than my running one.

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Motivation: What motivates me is my desire to continually improve and prove myself, not just to others, but to myself.

Inspiration: I am inspired when i see people run, throw or jump incredible times and distances.

Random fact: I like all sport. I have been in the Brisbane Lions Academy, played representative Cricket and played Touch. During primary school and my first 3 years of high school, I played the Trombone and Bass Guitar.

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Motivation: What's motives me is my willingness to turn up to training each and every week because I have such a caring and supportive training squad who support and encourage each other to train harder and become better stronger and faster athletes as well. I enjoy training with such wonderful people in my squad too. Also having represented Australia 5 times in athletics as well motivates me to train harder and run faster as well each and every day.

Inspiration: The people that inspire me the most to run fast is my running coach as she is full of knowledge and she likes to use her experiences to help guide me along the way to success. Another thing that inspires me is anyone who has the inspiration to run fast and do there best what ever their best may be. Just having the commitment to run fast is amazing to see and witness as well.

Random fact: I enjoy listening to and watching my favourite music videos on my phone the morning of a competition as this helps me to relax and focus before I compete in a big race or competition and helps me to get my mind on the task ahead for each race.

Motivation: Sub 4 mile and sub 2:10 marathon - Olympics, Comm Games, and World Champs of course!

Inspiration: The Inside Running Podcast boys. They all are great runners but with normal jobs. I guess they showed me you don’t have to be super elite to continue to run after school and university. I also look up to the greats of Aussie distance running - Mottram, Willis and the up and coming Stewy Mac.

Random fact: I have the fastest time in the world for my age (11-14 years) for Parkrun. I ran 15:12 the day before my 15th birthday! I also started a Youtube Channel on my life during this strange time! You should definitely check it out.