Meet My Team
Swimming may seem like an individual sport, but there is a team effort behind the athlete you see on the screens. The amazing and incredible people and companies mentioned below are the glue, holding me together each week and helping me reach the highest level, whilst continually helping me improve.
Myself with mum, sisters, uncle, aunty and cousin at 2018 Commonwealth Games.
My incredible family
Lucky's incredible family have been there for her since the very beginning! They have been her biggest supporters and #1 fans through the highs and lows. Lucky says she is incredibly blessed to have such a loving support network around her, continually helping her through daily life tasks, guidance and love. Lucky's family has definitely been thrown some pretty big challenges in the past, but have always managed to show resilience and overcome anything thrown at them. They have been Lucky's greatest teachers, and continue to inspire and motivate her every day.
Belgravia Swim Team
Lucky trains at the Burpengary Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre (BRALC) with the newly formed Belgravia Swim Team, under the expert guidance of Head Coach, Harley Connolly. Lucky also Trains with an incredibly talented squad, such as fellow Australian Dolphins Swim Team members, Paralympian Brenden Hall and Open Water swimmer, Hayden Cotter. BRALC, the swim club and Harley Connolly are incredibly supporting towards Lucky and her teammates since joining Harley in 2016.
Physio Tim Lynch & Lucky post Commonwealth Games.
Lucky with her S&C Coach Dave Berry post Commonwealth Games.
Fortify Physiotherapy
Being an elite athlete and under intense training, it can be quite taxing on the body. Therefore, in order to prevent injury and maintain the body, Lucky sees APA Musculoskeletal & Sports Physiotherapist Tim Lynch at North Lakes Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy. Tim is also a crucial part of Lucky's support team.
Northside Sports performance centre
Lucky is blessed to train in the gym at North Lakes Health Hub, alongside teammates Brenden Hall and Hayden Cotter. An experienced sportsperson himself, Dave Berry is an exceptional Strength and Conditioning coach and works tirelessly in the gym to get the most out of his athletes - allowing us to work hard and reach our goals and full potential. Very thankful for Dave to be a part of Team Lucky and for all his ongoing support.
Northside Sports Remedial Massage
Fabian Misso is a fully qualified Sports Massage Therapist and has been treating Lucky for over 3 years now. Due to having Cerebral Palsy as well as a high volume training load, Lucky’s muscles get quite tight very quickly. Weekly massage helps relax the body and is a great aid for recovery.
Lucky with fellow A4K ambassador Brenden Hall presenting the perpetual Patterson Hall cup, for A4K's annual Golf Charity Day.
aspirations 4 kids in sport
Lucky is proud to represent an amazing charity chaired by Aussie cricket legend, Ian Healy. Aspirations4Kids in Sport assists kids facing unique challenges associated with hardships, disabilities and chronic illness to play sport and enjoy the great benefits that school sport participation brings. As a previous recipient of an A4K grant, Lucky knows just how much it helps kids in need and is extremely grateful for the ongoing support from this incredible foundation.
Lucky at a GC Suns v St Kilda AFL Game with RDK Sports Director Ryan Kogelman.
rdk sports management solutions
Luck is very proud and grateful to begin a partnership with RDK Sports Management Solutions, and director Ryan Kogelman. RDK Sports work hard to provide first class service, expertise, guidance and assistance for talented athletes. Their specialized team provides services in Contract Negotiation & Advice, Marketing & Promotional Opportunities, expertise in all areas of the drafting and recruitment process, transition into a professional sporting environment, Welfare & Personal Development, Career Development, Budgeting & Finance, Legal Support and networking opportunities.
Lucky after Day2 of 2017 Australian Trials.
Queensland Academy of Sport
Lucky is a current Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) scholarship holder, and Target Squad Member. The QAS is an initiative of the Queensland Government aimed at supporting the state's elite and identified developing athletes. QAS supports QLD's elite athletes through access to expert knowledge, high performance coaching, specialist support services and world class facilities. QAS scholarship holders have access to world-class coaching and support services including sport science, strength and conditioning, medical and career and education in addition to financial support, for competition and training costs, depending on the level of their scholarship.
Action Shot from 2018 Australian Trials. Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images
Swimming queensland
Swimming Queensland is the peak body for the administration of swimming activities within Queensland. Lucky has been affiliated with Swimming Queensland since she started swimming. Lucky thanks Swimming Queensland for all their continued support and work to educate swimmers across the state, as well as officiating club, regional and state competitions.
2018 Australian Dolphins Swim Team Portrait.
Swimming Australia/ Australian Dolphins Swim Team
Swimming Australia is the governing body for Swimming within Australia. SAL oversees the management and development of the sport from the national team at the elite level, the conduct of national and international events, through to grass roots participation and promotion. Lucky has been a member of the Australian Dolphins Swim Team since 2014, representing Australia at numerous major international competitions. Lucky is very grateful for all the support from Swimming Australia, and the opportunities she has had to motivate many people across the country.