Paralympic gold medallist to headline sporting fundraiser

THE Barwon Sports Academy will continue to help aspiring athletes across the region chase their sporting dreams thanks to next month’s Bis-Sport Breakfast fundraiser.

The breakfast event, on August 10 at GMBHA Stadium, themed The Power of Sport – A Life Changer, will be a much-anticipated fundraising event after last year’s cancelation due to COVID19.

This year’s special guests include Paralympic Gold Medallist Kelly Cartwright and her coach Anula Costa, who are shining examples of sport changing lives and the inseparable bond people can share through sport.

“I was delighted when myself and Anula were approached by the BSA to be special guests at the Bis–Sport Breakfast and I’m really looking forward to the breakfast,” Paralympic Gold Medallist, Kelly Cartwright said.

“The BSA have helped me during my sporting journey and I’m grateful for this.”

Local personality Roxie Bennett will host the breakfast, while Former AFL Geelong Cats premiership player and event special guest Matt Stokes will speak about his sporting journey.

Launched in 2011, the Bis-Sport Breakfast has raised over $100,000 for 450 local athletes in the Barwon region.

“After 10 years this year’s breakfast has had a refresh and promises to be a wonderful morning,” CEO of the Barwon Sports Academy, Cam Loftus said.

“Kelly, Anula and Matt’s stories are all fascinating and Roxie will bring this to life,” Loftus said.

“The purpose of raising funds for local athletes to shine stays the same.”

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