I am training to be a Triathlon World Champion and compete with distinction at the London Olympics - Tony Dodds

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Overview

I am a full-time triathlete, I spend 5 months of the year overseas racing on the international circuit, trying to win enough money to get me to the next race and also earn the world ranking points I need to get to the Olympics!

I have been the New Zealand under-23 champion 2007, 2008, 2009, and last year finished 4th at the under-23 Elite World Championships on the Gold Coast, Australia.

I train up to 30 hours per week: swimming in the pool, in our beautiful lakes, biking through our mountains, running on our untouched trails, and not forgetting the hours spent in the gym. Any money I receive from sponsors and all winnings from racing goes towards flights, accommodation, food, and equipment.

I know exactly where I want to be and what I want to do with my triathlon career. I work through the hard situations so I can get to the good times and I have set my goals to progress to the top. I know where I need to be at each stage to reach my dream. Over the past 5 years I have always achieved my goals even when hindered by injuries. However, the next key steps towards achieving my ultimate goal, the Olympics, require significant financial support.

I love this sport, I love this pure country, and I’m proud to represent New Zealand. Any support would be a huuuuuge help in getting me to where I aspire to be.


I need

  • Financial help to get me around races
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37 Comments
     
  • “....your sis is hard out getting voter support for you! ... I hope you get the financial support you need ........ good luck”
    - mandy, Mon, Jun 21, 2010 06:51 p.m.
  • “woo! go Doddsy :)”
    - Char, Sun, Jun 13, 2010 10:41 a.m.
  • “westside!”
    - adogg, Fri, Jun 11, 2010 07:35 p.m.
  • “Yeah boy go get em!!! We got your back!”
    - T, Fri, Jun 11, 2010 02:43 p.m.
  • “Good luck Doddsy, all the best for your training and racing! :) Liam and Kirst”
    - Kirst, Fri, Jun 11, 2010 01:42 p.m.
  • “Yea Boy!!!”
    - Shanksy, Fri, Jun 11, 2010 12:14 p.m.
  • “Yea Boy!!!”
    - Shanksy, Fri, Jun 11, 2010 12:14 p.m.
  • “Go Doddsy! x”
    - Cass, Fri, Jun 11, 2010 11:45 a.m.
  • “Good luck, with or without this im sure you will get there.”
    - Reece, Fri, Jun 4, 2010 08:41 p.m.
  • “Good luck, smart of your mum to convince the whole preschool centre to vote for you!”
    - erin, Thu, Jun 3, 2010 08:41 a.m.
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