ACCSC is supporting
Aussie Athlete Fund
Olly Merritt
To reach the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games
Chasing greatness on the sand
Olly Merritt, at the age of 23, has already embarked on a remarkable athletic journey that has taken unexpected turns. Initially Olly spent his formative years believing that his destiny lay in becoming a professional golfer on the PGA Tour. Pursuing this dream with relentless ambition, he even ventured across continents to America, where he played college golf for a year. He was obsessed with the lifestyle and one day decided to change it all.
In just a mere year and a half of committing himself in the world of beach volleyball, Olly’s natural talent and relentless work ethic caught the eye of selectors. His recent successes on the national tour catapulted him into the spotlight, earning him a coveted spot on the National Beach Volleyball Team in April 2024. This opportunity beckoned him to relocate to Adelaide, where he now dedicates himself fully to training.
Despite bypassing the conventional trajectory of junior development programs, Olly’s ascent in beach volleyball stands as a testament to his raw ability and unyielding determination. Now entrenched in a full-time training environment, Olly anticipates a rapid growth in his skills, poised to make waves in the competitive realm of beach volleyball toward Olympic success.
Support Olly and get $100 off your enrolment!
For a limited number of learners, we’re offering $100 off your enrolment if you purchase a course using Olly’s discount code. For each enrolment that uses his code, we’ll also be donating $100 to Olly.
Check out his Instagram to find the discount code!
Why we’re participating
Many talented young athletes are denied the opportunity to pursue their dreams of representing Australia because they or their families can’t afford to fund the escalating costs of living, training and competition fees.
After years of investigation, engagement and passion, Nat Cook OAM OLY founded the Aussie Athlete Fund – an innovative model to directly support aspiring elite athletes. Nat’s own experience as a five-time Olympian, and those of her fellow elite athletes, highlight that many selected to represent Australia are hindered by lack of finances. Athletes are expected to win gold medals on less than the minimum wage. Balancing elite training, competitions, recovery, work, study and day to day life often isn’t feasible. Many athletes quit, burn out or both.
Other participating businesses and athletes
Support Maggie Grey
Diving
Australian College of Teacher Aides and Childcare (ACTAC) RTO 45004
Support Kalinda Robinson
Cycling
Australian College of Fitness and Personal Training (ACFPT) RTO 45361
More ways you can get involved
Help our next generation of athletes represent us all as they wear the Green and Gold, with pride with a monthly or one-time, 100% tax-deductible donation.
Your donation will fund the opportunity to afford new equipment, extra physiotherapy, proper nutrition, coaching, and the ability to fly to training camps and international competitions, especially in the lead up to our home Games. For donations of $2 or more, donors are eligible to claim a tax deduction.
