Diving Australia
Olivia Wright
DOB: 12th October 1990
Born: Sydney NSW
Lives: Brisbane QLD
Hgt: 165cm
Wgt: 57kg
Club: Perfect 10
Trains: Brisbane Aquatic Centre
Coach: Hui Tong
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
The highlight of my career to date would be winning a silver medal at the Italian Grand Prix in the 10m Synchronised event with my partner Natasha Cocker last year.
IN 2008
Winning the silver medal in Italy and also placing 4th in the preliminary round of dives in the 3m Springboard event at the same competition.
IN 2007
Achieving a personal best score at the Australian Open Nationals in every one of my events and being selected into the National Development Squad.
OUT OF THE POOL:
FAMILY MEMBERS:
Mum- Lisa Wright, Dad- Mark Wright, Brother- Nicholas Wright
BIGGEST INFLUENCE IN LIFE:
My mum and dad
WHAT OR WHO INSPIRES YOU:
People who stand up for what they believe in, even when everyone around them is telling them they’re wrong. Also Guo Jing Jing because she is an amazing athlete.
ROLE MODELS:
Guo Jing Jing, Michael Franti, The Dalai Lama
PERSONAL
STUDIES/OCCUPATION:
Currentlycompleting year 12 and simultaneously beginning first year university studies, and I also work as a diving coach for Donnet Diving Club.
SPORTS BEFORE DIVING/AUSTRALIAN TEAMS/MAJOR RESULTS:
Sports Acrobatics – National Championships – 2001 and 2002 – Level 10 1st. 1st European Sports Acrobatics Tournament - 2001 – 6th
INTERESTING FACTS PEOPLE MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU NOW:
ULTIMATE RELAXATION:
Lying on the beach with a gelati.
SPECIALTY IN THE KITCHEN:
Definitely not rice. I only tried once and the smoke alarm protested loudly!
ONE THING YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT:
Chocolate.
WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO AWAY FROM DIVING:
Go to the beach, go shopping and just hang out with friends.
MY FAVOURITE -
SPORTING TEAM:
Wallabies
MOVIES:
Anything with Will Ferrell in it
TV SHOW:
Black Books or The Mighty Boosh
BANDS/MUSIC:
Michael Franti and Spearhead. Or anything I can dance around to
CD’S:
Too many to count!
DRINK:
Chocolate Frappe
PETS:
2 dogs – Kahn and Sophie and 2 cats – Xavier and Mercutio
BEST MATES:
Sharleen Stratton, Elke Steen, Anika Robertson
LAST BOOK READ:
Wuthering Heights
WHAT’S YOUR GREATEST ASSET?
My big strong bottom!
WHO HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE IN YOUR LIFE AND WHY?
My parents because they have always been there for me and helped me through every part of my life. Also my Grandy because he was so strong and brave, and had such a pure heart and soul.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 3 WORDS?
Strong, Giggly, Happy
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE REMEMBERED?
I would like to be remembered as proud and sure of myself, both in my sport and my everyday life.
DIVING SHORT TERM GOALS:
2009 National Squad
DIVING CAREER ULTIMATE GOAL:
Gold Medal at the Olympic Games
PERSONAL AMBITIONS:
To successfully complete my university degree, move to the snow for a season, and one day write a book.
HAVE YOU ENCOUNTERED ANY OBSTACLES DURING YOUR DIVING CAREER?
I have encountered a number of personal obstacles as I moved from Sydney to Brisbane to train and found the transition quite hard.
WHAT AGE DID YOU START DIVING AND WHY?
I started at age 13 because I stopped doing Sports Acrobatics and was looking for something to do.
FAVOURITE DIVER AND WHY?
Guo Jing Jing. She not only has flawless technique and elegance in her diving, but also consistently conducts herself in a calm and sportsmanlike manner during competition.
NOTABLE QUOTE:
“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” – Walt Disney
“Happiness is a journey, not a destination.”
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AUSTRALIAN TEAM REPRESENTATIVE HONOURS
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EVENT
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LOCATION
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YEAR
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RESULTS
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FINA Grand Prix
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Madrid, Spain
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2009
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2nd 3m Springboard
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Rome, Italy
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2008
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7th 3m Springboard, 2nd 10 Synchro (Cocker)
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Rome, Italy
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2007
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5th 10m Synchro (Cocker)
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Madrid, Spain
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2007
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4th 10m Synchro (Cocker)
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FINA World Junior Championships
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Aachen, Germany
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2008
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9th 1m Springboard, 10th Platform, 9th 3m Synchro (Smith)
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Australian Youth Olympic Festival
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Sydney, Australia
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2007
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2nd 3m Synchro (Iffland), 2nd 10m Synchro
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