Get Grayson to the Junior World Cup

Hi, I'm Grayson Laugher, and I’m proud to say I now have the chance to compete in the 2021/2022 Junior Luge World Cup. But to get there, I could use just a little help.

First a bit about my background. I’m 16, from New Jersey, love cold and speed and began skiing Black Diamonds at four. 

But the first time I saw a live luge race at the 2017 World Cup, in Lake Placid, it changed my life. I was hooked. Sure, it was a little challenging making the commute from New Jersey to Lake Placid each weekend, but I was determined to make it work. 

And that very next year, in 2018, I started training with the Adirondack Luge Club.  Then, just 18 Months later, I competed in the Empire State games and to the surprise of everyone, (even seasoned sliders), I took home the Gold.

In 2020, I came in 9th in The US National Championships-  and though this wasn’t enough to get me on the US team, luckily, I was eligible for another…

Oh, yeah, I have dual US / Australian Citizenship.  I am thrilled to join the Australian luge team for the 2021/2022 Junior World Cup.

Now I have the chance to fulfill my ultimate dream, to represent Australia at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy.

But first, to even get there, I need to complete the next step and compete in the Junior World Championships.

Between the FIL, the Australian Team, my parents, and my dog walking business, I have my equipment, travel, race fees, some accommodation and training costs covered, but I still have a couple of costs left:

Training: $3,800 for training runs.

(A $28 contribution buys me one training run.)

Accommodations: $3,200

(An $80 contribution buys me one night of accommodation)

Meals: $1000

(A $12 contribution buys me one lunch.)

Any donation you could make to help me get there, would be greatly appreciated. I also hope that you will follow me on my journey on instagram at Grayson_Laugher_Luge

Thank you so much,

Grayson - Team Australia