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<div>I am 15 years old and have one goal in life to play professional football at the highest level, to play for a European club or a team in the English Football Pyramid. It’s a long road ahead and I know how tough it will be, I know what dedication it will take, and I know I am like thousands of kids around the world all chasing the same dream.
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<div>But this year I took one big step forward on my journey. After interviews, trials and a full medical assessment I was offered a place in The Sunshine Coast FC International Academy.
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<div>This is huge, a massive decision for me to leave home, live in the UK 10,000 miles away to follow my dream…. but my answer was of course YES 1000%. I will continue my studies via distance education with a QLD school whilst having 20+ hours a week soccer training, skills, technical development and compete in the Junior Premier league 2025/26 season.
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<div>Of course, this all comes at a cost and so I want to help Mum and Dad with some fundraising. If you are able, I would really appreciate a small contribution, donation or indeed a sponsorship to help make this dream become a reality.
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<div>I won’t forget you when I become pro.
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<div>Thanks, Harry
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<div><strong>Hi, my name is Karen Bessell,</strong> and I am the proud mother of Harry, and I thought it was important for me to give you some background on Harry’s journey.
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<div>Harry had a tough couple of years like many teens who experience bumps along the way. Looking back now, the strength of character he displayed has become part of his brand on and off the pitch. He demonstrates tenacity, resilience and a fighting spirit that is admirable. Last year he did not miss a single training session or league match and was always, prepared, focused and ready to give 100%. This awarded him Player of the year for the second year in a row.
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<div>We took drastic action after watching Harry’s self-esteem being eroded and he moved high schools in Grade 9. He trialed and was accepted at Albany Creek State school on the soccer excellence program and finding his tribe gave Harry the support to grow into the remarkable, determined young man he is today.
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<div><strong>Harry is an attacking midfielder - a tenacious, dedicated and committed soccer player. </strong>His love for the sport is both on and off the field. He has been a qualified Junior Referee for the last 3 seasons. His determination and defiance are without doubt an asset to his game, battling hard, staying engaged and committed to every challenge. His work ethic on the pitch is unrivalled, displaying physical and mental strength with every game.
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<div><strong>Let me also provide some background on The Sunshine Coast FC Soccer Academy: </strong>
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<div>The Sunshine Coast FC elite soccer academy (Fire) is the only full-time academy in Australia and aims to be a feeder for talented Australian youth players into UK development football clubs. Technical Director, Melvyn Wilkes, English, ex footy player, 20 years as a youth coach at clubs such as Manchester City, Nottingham Forest, West Bromwich Albion and a licensed coach educator for the FA heads up the academy.
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<div>In 2025 they are opening a full-time “sister” academy in Shropshire, England. Through the program, players receive 16+ hours per week of high intensity soccer training, combined with fully funded private schooling. As well as a full-time sports science program that offers the likes of thermo imaging of muscles on a weekly basis, HR variability testing, GPS player tracking and game play.
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<div>The Sunshine Coast FC International has been accepted as a NEW club in the Junior Premier League and will start from August 2025. They are renovating a former residential home in the market town of Bishops Castle, near Shrewsbury. This will be the home for 35-40 boys aged 15-19, to live and study for 10 months. The education will be delivered via distance learning through Peregian Beach College, QLD and supported by Bishops Castle Community College who will partner to allow the students to use the Gym, 4G pitches and sporting facilities.
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<div><strong>So back to Harry….</strong>
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<div>After reviewing his player profile and a video interview Harry was invited to attend a trial at the end of November 2024. It was a huge day, starting at 7am where Harry was physically assessed, measured, monitored, tested and analysed. Followed by a gym session, technical skills assessment and game play Harry was offered one of the final remaining places to start next August 2025, boarding and studying at the new Sunshine Coast International Soccer Academy in the UK.
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<div>We are so proud of Harry and his determination to play soccer at the highest level possible as a parent you say “Yes” then work out the how….am I right?
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<div>The old proverb says "It takes a village to raise a child" .….so we are humbling asking for your support. The total cost of this adventure for Harry, excluding flights, is $45,000 AUD. We are hopeful to raise as much as possible to help Harry’s on his path to making his dream come true, any contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference.
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<div>Of course, you could be in a position as a business or philanthropist to sponsor Harry then please let us know.
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<div><strong>Thank you so much for taking the time to read Harry’s story and for any contribution you make. </strong>
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<div><strong>Karen &amp; David Bessell. </strong>
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<div><strong>#thejourneybegins</strong>
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<div><strong>Here some highlights of his football journey so far:</strong>
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<li>Feb 2025 - Selected to play for U23 FQ3 Coolum Football Club
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<li>Jan 2025 - current Full Time student / player at Sunshine Coast Elite Football Academy
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<li>Jan 2025 selected U16’s QLD North Coast State team at Junior National Futsal championships, Sydney
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<li>Sept 2024 Selected BCFC FQ1 team at The Premier Invitational tournament Gold Coast
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<li>2024 Brisbane City FQ4 Grand final – Runners up
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<li>2024 Brisbane City FQ4 – Coaches Player of the Season
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<li>2024 – West Ham Foundation; Regional &amp; National Camp. Selected for UK International Tour 2025
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<li>2024 Australian Futsal Association – International Tour
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<li>2024 Sala Time FQ Academy Futsal League 1
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<li>Sept 2024 Represented QLD state team at National Schools championships
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<li>Selected for International tour to China in 2025
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<li>2023 Sala Time Futsal Club – Futsal Premier League – 2023 Coaches player of the year
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<li>2023 – Australian Futsal Association UK Tour – Selected to represent Australia on an International Futsal Tour to England, Scotland &amp; Wales.
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<li>U 14 Boys. Winners Roy Miller Cup v Wrexham – May 2023
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<li>2023 School Futsal Championship – Runners up
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<li>2023 &amp; 2022 U13 Football QLD Community cup Maroochydore FC - Champions
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<li>Harry was selected as the for the Brisbane Met North Team Participating with over 600 junior boys and girls from across both regional and Southeast Queensland.
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<li>2020 – 22 The Gap Football Club FQ Academy League Program (U 12 &amp; U 13)
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<li>2021 winter futsal U13 champions
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<li>2019 Primary school cup champion
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<li>2017 – 2019 Brisbane City Football Club SAP QLD Academy + (U9-U12)
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<li>2015 – 2016 Bodmin Town Football Club, Cornwall, UK – Junior Football. East Cornwall Youth Football League
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<li>2015 Plymouth Argyle FC Community Youth Development – Player of the tournament
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<div><strong>Thank you to my Player Sponsors:</strong>
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<div>U Create Art Studio - <a href="https://www.ucreateart.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.ucreateart.com.au</a>
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<div>Think Aesthetics Cosmetics - <a href="https://thinkaesthetics.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://thinkaesthetics.com.au</a>
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<div>Studio 38 Club Australia - <a href="https://studio38.club/australia" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://studio38.club/australia" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://studio38.club/australia</a></a>
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<div>The Gap Dental Practice - <a href="https://www.gapdental.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.gapdental.com.au</a>
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<div>Empire Barbering co - <a href="https://www.empirebarberingco.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.empirebarberingco.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.empirebarberingco.com.au</a></a>
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<div>Colin Bushell Photography - <a href="https://colinbushellphotography.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://colinbushellphotography.au</a>
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<div><strong>Thanks also to the following local business that have supported me with Raffle donations:</strong>
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<li>Come &amp; Cook Cooking School Brisbane - <a href="https://www.comeandcook.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.comeandcook.com.au</a>
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<li>Loyle Real Estate - <a href="https://loyle.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://loyle.com.au</a>
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<li>The Western Echo - <a href="https://westernecho.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://westernecho.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://westernecho.com.au</a></a>
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<li>Physioworks Ashgrove - <a href="https://physioworks.com.au/clinics/ashgrove-physio-works/#gsc.tab=0" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://physioworks.com.au/clinics/ashgrove-physio-works/#gsc.tab=0</a>
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<li>U Create Art Studio - <a href="https://www.ucreateart.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.ucreateart.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.ucreateart.com.au</a></a>
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<li>The Blind Tiger Bar - <a href="https://www.blindtigerbar.com.au" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.blindtigerbar.com.au</a>
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