Help me win gold for Australia at IMMAF world championships

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Hi, my name is Cass and I'm raising funds for my biggest opportunity yet; I've been selected to represent Australia at the IMMAF world championships in November.

This event is the equivalent of the Olympics for amateur mixed martial artists; hundreds of athletes from over 60 countries compete to prove they are the best in the world over a period of 5 days. It's an honour to be selected for our national team, as it's been a goal of mine to earn this opportunity since I started in this sport.

I have worked so incredibly hard to develop my skills and mindset for MMA, seen as one of the toughest sports there is. I've loved the challenge of embracing the process, trusting that the discipline and daily grind will lead to growth. And it has. I'm currently undefeated with a record of 3-0, having started training only 3 years ago.

Now it's time to prove myself against the best, and I'd love your help. This opportunity is entirely self-funded; the cost of my flights, accomodation, registration fees, insurance, team Australia uniform, meals, in country transport etc is all coming from my personal savings. Not only that, but our national coach also receives no funding, so I'm hoping to cover a portion of his costs as let's face it, having a coach and corner man is essential to my success.

This year's competition is being held in Uzbekistan; even on a completely shoestring budget my total costs are approx $5000 .

Flights $2200

Accom $1000

Registration $950

Insurance $250

Team Australia uniform $currently unknown

Medicals $70

Budget for meals and transport per day $20

If you are in any position financially to help support me on this journey, I would be so incredibly appreciative of your donation no matter the amount. I am striving to prove that age and opportunity are no obstacle in chasing down your dreams, and hope that by competing on this global platform I can inspire others to pursue their own dreams.

Thanks for your support.

Much love,

Cass "Pay Day" Hay