<div><strong>From Taiwan to the World: Support Kuan-Shou Chen's Journey to the Australian Open</strong>
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<div>A Rising Star Needs Your Help
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<div>Meet Kuan Shou Chen, a 17-year-old tennis sensation from Tainan. Born to a humble family, Kuan Shou has defied long odds to emerge as one of the top junior tennis players in all of Asia. In 2022, then 14 years old, Kuan Shou was a semi-finalist at both the prestigious Eddie Herr Internationalist Championship and the Orange Bowl U14 Singles division.
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<div>Currently ranked #75 in ITF’s junior rankings, Kuan Shou is eligible to play in all four of the junior Grand Slams – The Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open in 2025. However, he and his coach lack the funds to travel to the events.
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<div>This campaign is to make sure that Kuan Shou has enough funds to get to that first leg in Australia.
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<div>Kuan Shou plans to leave Taiwan on Jan 7, 2025 for Australia for <a href="https://www.itftennis.com/en/tournament/j300-traralgon/aus/2024/j-j300-aus-01a-2024/draws-and-results/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">J300 Traralgon</a> , then <a href="https://www.itftennis.com/en/tournament/australian-open-junior-championships/aus/2025/j-jgs-aus-2025-001/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Australian Open Junior Championships</a>.
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<div><strong>A Natural Talent </strong>
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<div>Chen started playing tennis at just five years old and quickly showed a natural talent for the sport. His exceptional ball sense and agility caught the eye of his coach, Weiyoung Cheng, who has been guiding him since then. With hours of dedicated training, Chen has developed into a formidable force on the court, known for his powerful left-handed shots and unwavering determination.
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<div><strong>Overcoming Challenges </strong>
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<div>Standing at a relatively short height for a tennis player, Chen has often faced doubts and challenges. However, he has consistently proven his doubters wrong by defeating opponents much taller and older than him. His ability to overcome adversity and his relentless pursuit of excellence have made him a role model for young athletes around the world.
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<div><strong>A Global Stage </strong>
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<div>Chen has achieved remarkable success in numerous international junior tournaments, defeating top-ranked players and representing Taiwan with pride. Now, he's set his sights on a new challenge: the 2025 Australian Open. This prestigious tournament will provide him with an opportunity to compete against the world's best and further establish himself as a rising star in the sport.
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<div><strong><em>Your Support Matters!</em></strong>
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<div>To make this dream a reality, we need your help. Your donation will cover the costs of travel, accommodation, and training, allowing Chen to focus on his game and represent Taiwan on the global stage. By supporting Chen, you're not just helping an individual; you're investing in the future of Taiwanese tennis.
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<div><strong><em>Together, let's help Kuan-Shou achieve his full potential and inspire the next generation of athletes.</em></strong>
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<li>Kuan-Shou's profile on ITF: <a href="https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/kuan-shou-chen/800692766/tpe/jt/s/overview/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/kuan-shou-chen/800692766/tpe/jt/s/overview/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/kuan-shou-chen/800692766/tpe/jt/s/overview/</a></a>
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<li>Follow Kuan-Shou on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565667925081" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565667925081" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565667925081</a></a>
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<div><strong>Kuan Shou Chen's Accomplishments in 2024</strong>
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<li>75th Globally, ITF Junior (as of Dec. 16, 2024)
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<li>65th Globally, Career high, ITF Junior (Sept. 23, 2024)
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<li>1st, Nationally, 18-year-old, Taiwan
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<li>Gymnasiade (ISF World School Sport Games) in Manama, Bahrain, Oct. 23 - 30 – Men's Singles Gold Medal
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<li>Gymnasiade (ISF World School Sport Games) in Manama, Bahrain, Oct. 23 - 30 – Men's Team Gold Medal
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<li>J300 Beijing in Beijing, China, Level ITF G1, Oct. 1 - 6 – Men’s Double Semi-finals
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<li>J200 Chuncheon in Chuncheon, Korea, Level ITF G2, Sept 17 - 22 – Men’s Singles Gold Medal
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<li>J200 Chuncheon in Chuncheon, Korea, Level ITF G2, Sept 17 - 22 – Men’s Doubles Semi-Finals
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<li>J200 Nanjing in Nanjing, China, Level ITF G2, Sept 10 - 14 – Men's Singles Gold Medal
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<li>J200 Nanjing in Nanjing, China, Level ITF G2, Sept 10 - 14 – Men's Doubles Gold Medal
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<li>Santaizi National Tennis Rating Tournament (N-3) in Taipei, Taiwan, Aug. 26 - 31 – Men’s Singles Runner-up
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<li>YONEX National Tennis Rating Tournament (N-2) in Zhunan, Taiwan, Jun 10 - 15 – Men's Singles Semi-finals
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<li>J300 Nonthaburi in Nonthaburi, Thailand, ITF G1 Level, May 6 - 11 – Men’s Doubles Runner-up
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<li>J200 Kuala Lumpur in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, ITF G2 Level, Apr. 30 - May 11 – Men's Doubles runner-up
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<div><strong>Allocation of the Fund </strong>(in USD)
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<li>Flight: $3300 (Round trip, Taipei and Melbourne, for two, Kuan Shou Chen and Coach Cheng, Economy class)
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<li>Room in Traralgon: $1200 (8 nights)
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<li>Room in Melbourne: $3900 (13 nights)
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<li>Food: $2940 ($70 per day for two people for 21 days)
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<li>Domestic Transportation: $1,710 (including 8-day car rental in Traralgon)
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<li>GoFundMe (8%) Handling fee: $1074
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<li><strong>Total: $14,124</strong>
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<div><strong>15歲擊敗世界級對手！台灣網球希望之星陳冠守，征戰澳網，需要你的支持!</strong>
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<div>陳冠守目前為全世界青少年網球選手排名第75，2025年有資格參加世界級青少年網球最重要的四大賽事: 澳洲公開賽 (Australian Open)、法國公開賽 (the French Open)、英國溫布頓網球錦標賽 (Wimbledon)、以及美國公開賽 (the U.S. Open)。然而，除了備賽之外，冠守和他的教練還必須籌措參加這些國際賽事的各項費用。
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<div>這次的募資活動，是為了明年一月的澳洲公開賽 (Australian Open 和 J300 Traralgon)，希望能讓冠守和教練專心訓練、準備比賽，拿出最好的表現，不用擔心經費的籌措。
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<div><strong>從台南小鎮到世界舞台，陳冠守的網球之路</strong>
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<div>你相信嗎？一個來自台南鄉下的孩子，從小跟著喜歡網球的父母「玩球」，如今已成為台灣網壇最耀眼的明日之星。陳冠守，這個名字或許你還不熟悉，但他卻用他的球拍，在國際賽場上寫下屬於自己的傳奇。
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<div>從小學二年級開始，陳冠守就年年在全國國小學童的網球比賽中奪冠；14歲的時候越級挑戰16歲組，一樣摘冠。除了在台灣，2022年、冠守15歲時，第一次進軍國際，參加世界青少年重要賽事Eddie Herr以及Orange Bowl，初試啼聲就都打進四強；在後者的比賽中，更打敗比自己高一個頭的第一種子球員 (這位對手當時在U18世界排名是亞洲第一)、拿下四強，也創台灣男子選手在這個比賽中的最佳成績。
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<div><strong>雖然他身材較同年齡選手矮小，但仍然可以打趴比他高10公分以上、年紀比他大的對手。為什麼?</strong>
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<div><strong>天賦與努力的結合</strong>
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<div>五歲開始接觸網球的陳冠守，展現出過人的天賦。小小年紀的他，球感極佳，動作靈活，讓鄭偉揚教練一眼相中。鄭教練不僅傳授陳冠守專業的網球技巧，更培養了他的運動精神和堅韌不拔的意志力。在鄭教練的悉心指導下，陳冠守的網球之路越走越寬。成功並非偶然，陳冠守的屢創佳績，是天賦與努力的完美結合。他每天堅持不懈的訓練，不斷挑戰自我，力求進步。
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<div><strong>屢獲佳績，備受矚目</strong>
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<div>陳冠守的努力並沒有白費，他在各項國內外青少年網球賽事中屢獲佳績，多次奪冠。他的左手持拍、爆發力強、打球多變等優勢，讓他成為球場上的「奇兵」，更令人驚訝的是，他還擁有優秀選手所需的強大心理素質，從不畏懼挑戰更強大的對手。
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<div><strong>征戰澳網，夢想啟航</strong>
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<div>現在，陳冠守即將迎來一個新的挑戰：參加2025年澳洲青少年網球公開賽。
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<div>這對他來說，不僅是個人榮譽，更是為台灣網球爭光的重要機會。然而，參與這樣國際級的賽事需要大量的資金，包括旅費、住宿、訓練等。
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<div><strong><em>您的支持，是陳冠守最大的動力</em></strong>
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<div>為了幫助陳冠守達成目標，我們發起這項募資活動。您的每一份捐款，都將成為陳冠守一步一步朝夢想邁進的動力。您的支持，不僅能幫助他實現個人夢想，更能為台灣網球培養出一位世界級的選手。
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<div>記得今年巴黎奧運台灣選手們奪牌時刻的光榮以及感動嗎?
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<div>還有棒球12強台灣終於打敗日本的驚奇之旅?
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<div>所有的運動賽事、球員，都是需要一點一滴從基層紮根的培養、訓練；台灣之光們並非一蹴即成。透過這次的集資活動，我們想讓冠守以及鄭教練知道，他們不是在異鄉孤軍奮戰，身後還有許多台灣人熱情地支持。
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<div><strong>陳冠守2024年成績</strong>
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<li>ITF青少年組排名: 全球第75
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<li>ITF青少年組排名最佳成績: 全球第65
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<li>台灣青少年18歲排名: 全國第一
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<li>馬來西亞吉隆坡 J200 (ITF G2等級): 雙打亞軍 (4/30~5/5)
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<li>泰國暖武里府 J300 (ITF G1等級): 雙打亞軍 (5/6~5/11)
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<li>113年YONEX盃全國網球積分錦標賽(N-2): 單打4強 (6/10~6/15)
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<li>113年華國三太子盃全國網球積分錦標賽(N-3): 單打亞軍 (8/26~8/31)
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<li>中國南京J200 (ITF G2等級): 單打冠軍 (09/10~09/14)
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<li>中國南京J200 (ITF G2等級): 雙打冠軍 (09/10~09/14)
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<li>韓國春川J200 (ITF G2等級): 單打冠軍 (09/17~09/22)
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<li>韓國春川J200 (ITF G2等級): 雙打四強 (09/17~09/22)
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<li>中國北京J300 (ITF G1等級): 雙打四強 (10/1~10/6)
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<li>世界中學生運動會 (巴林麥納瑪): 個人金牌 (10/23~10/31)
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<li>世界中學生運動會 (巴林麥納瑪): 團體金牌 (10/23~10/31)
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<div><a href="https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/kuan-shou-chen/800692766/tpe/jt/s/overview/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ITF陳冠守的介紹頁面</a>
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<div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565667925081" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">陳冠守的臉書官方粉絲頁</a>
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<div><strong>資金配置 (美金)</strong>
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<li>台北墨爾本經濟艙來回機票: $3300 (包括選手與教練兩人)
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<li>J300 Traralgon 住宿: $1200
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<li>澳洲公開賽住宿: $3900
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<li>餐費: $2940 (2人21天)
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<li>當地交通費: $1,710 (含Traralgon比賽時租車費用)
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<li>GoFundMe (8%)及銀行手續費 : $1074
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<li><strong>需求總金額: $14,124</strong>
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<div><strong>陳冠守新聞介紹</strong>
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<li><a href="https://n.yam.com/Article/20241201250759" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">台南之光！ 長中陳冠守勇奪世界中學生運動會網球金牌</a> Dec. 1, 2024
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<li><a href="https://www.taiwantimes.com.tw/app-container/app-content/new/new-content-detail?blogId=blog-a78c8925-9e7d-4205-868c-c71de60a079a&amp;currentCategory=12" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">長中網球好手陳冠守在國際賽奪雙金再創台灣之光</a> Nov. 29, 2024
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<li><a href="https://www.ltsports.com.tw/article/168761?token=T0wzYVI5RmMzYm9kbUpmSU4xeGJFUT09" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">全中運網球》18歲第一陳冠守領軍，長榮中學首度成軍便闖入會內八強</a> Mar. 13, 2024
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<li><a href="https://sports.ltn.com.tw/news/breakingnews/4408344" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">網球》全國青少年16歲級 「台南囝仔」陳冠守排名第1</a> Aug. 25, 2023
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<li><a href="https://today.line.me/tw/v2/article/60ro0vj" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">全中運》網球國中單打陳冠守首度摘金提前慶生　蔡宇甯第二金入袋</a> April 20, 2023
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<li><a href="https://www.sportsv.net/articles/102462" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">蔡宇甯解鎖美傑仕OPI盃女單三連霸 陳冠守榮登16歲組雙冠王</a> April 10, 2023
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<li><a href="https://sport112.tainan.gov.tw/Module/News/Detail.php?ID=510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">國內青少年網球遇年齡斷層 教練尤敬謀點出癥結</a> Oct. 22, 2023
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<li><a href="https://www.rti.org.tw/news/view/id/2137405" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">未來之星／個兒小老被「看不起」 14歲小將陳冠守年底勇闖全球青少年網壇盛會橘子盃</a> Jul. 1, 2022
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