You might tell a friend over a cup of coffee that you’ve got a sore back. But, “Guess what happened, my bladder/uterus/rectum slipped …”?
We had the incredible privilege of hosting our very first Cross Club Jiu Jitsu Tournament in Whitianga, featuring 38 young practitioners from Coromandel BJJ (based in Tairua) and Toa Martial Arts (Whitianga).
The Day Amelia Met Olympic Star Lisa Carrington in Whitianga
Amelia was one of the lucky children who got to meet Lisa Carrington during her trip to Whitianga. Thanks to Ron Morgan for bringing such a star to our town. Lisa is definitely a massive inspiration for our tamariki.
My name is Olivia McDonald, I’m 19 years old.
At the end of July I am going to America to play college soccer in Nebraska.
My football journey began when I moved to Whitianga and joined the Mercury Bay 11th Grade team coached by Leah Gubb, the first person who truly inspired me to take the sport further.
I’m from Thames and started playing squash at 12, but before I started I grew a love for the sport because my parents have played for many years now.
You might tell a friend over a cup of coffee that you’ve got a sore back. But, “Guess what happened, my bladder/uterus/rectum slipped …”?
We had the incredible privilege of hosting our very first Cross Club Jiu Jitsu Tournament in Whitianga, featuring 38 young practitioners from Coromandel BJJ (based in Tairua) and Toa Martial Arts (Whitianga).
The Day Amelia Met Olympic Star Lisa Carrington in Whitianga
Amelia was one of the lucky children who got to meet Lisa Carrington during her trip to Whitianga. Thanks to Ron Morgan for bringing such a star to our town. Lisa is definitely a massive inspiration for our tamariki.
My name is Olivia McDonald, I’m 19 years old.
At the end of July I am going to America to play college soccer in Nebraska.
My football journey began when I moved to Whitianga and joined the Mercury Bay 11th Grade team coached by Leah Gubb, the first person who truly inspired me to take the sport further.
I’m from Thames and started playing squash at 12, but before I started I grew a love for the sport because my parents have played for many years now.
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