Grace, grit and passion

What’s your greatest ambition?

My biggest dream would be to win the senior graceful championships. It is something that is very hard to achieve, but with hard work and dedication, I believe anyone can do it.

What was your happiest moment?

This year, when I was placed second in the 15-16 division 1 of the graceful competition. It was the best feeling and an eye opener to me that hard work does pay off. Placing second also helped me believe in myself and improved my confidence.

What is the biggest risk you have ever taken?

Learning a whole new solo with less than a week before the competition.

What has been the biggest hurdle in getting this far in your sport?

I find it hard to believe in myself, but being surrounded by positivity and my friends and family, that hurdle is slowly disappearing.

What would you say to encourage other young people to achieve their goals?

Never ever give up doing something you love. If you want to achieve something, you have to work for it. It does not matter how long it takes or how many times you try because one day that hard work will pay off and it will all be worth it. If you are doing something you are truly passionate about, then success takes care of itself.

What’s the worst movie you’ve ever seen?

The Conjuring. It was too scary.

If you were going to a fancy-dress party, what costume would you wear?

Alice, from Alice in Wonderland.

What is your least favourite food?

Broccoli.

Which is your favourite animated movie character?

Thumper, from Bambi.

If you had the power to change one thing in the world, what would it be?

That people could have super powers.

If you could be another person, who would it be and why?

Beyonce, because she is just amazing.

What would never do again?

Forget one of my routines. It happened once, but I just kept going and made it up.

Name something a coach has taught you that you’ve never forgotten.

My coach, Ashleigh McDonald, has always told me the same things since I was nine years old. She says to always have fun because if you are not having fun, what is the point of doing it?

What talent do you wish you had?

I wish I could sing.

What is your dream holiday destination?

Maldives.

What is your greatest achievement outside your sport?

Kicking five goals for my school AFL junior team in one game.

What are the three things most precious to you?

Friends, family and callisthenics.

How and when did you start your sport?

I started in 2010. We were walking through the shops and people were handing out brochures for callisthenics and that’s when I decided to enrol in it.

How much time do you spend training and practising?

Anything from nine-11 hours a week.

How do you spend your spare time?

I rarely have spare time, but when I do, I usually just watch TV.

What’s the best gift you’ve ever received?

My pet rabbit, Alfie.

What’s your favourite?

CD: The Greatest Showman.

Piece of clothing: T-shirts.

Food: Pasta.

TV show: Riverdale.