Hey friends and family!
This is Ian and Gavin Ross, as many of you know we have been training hard the past few years chasing a dream, that is, the Olympics, Rio 2016.
Last weekend, was the Senior World Trials in Oklahoma City, OK. We are happy to say we won both of the races we needed to win at trials so we are now Senior World Team Members. We are totally happy and psyched to race and represent the USA in world competition.
As a part of this journey we have run into many obstacles, most of which we have overcome through hard work and being positive; however the biggest problem is turning out to be lack of funds. Last summer we cut our racing time in Europe short in large part because of lack of money. This summer is a pre-Olympic year and we need to get all the experiences we can by racing against the best in the world. The first World Cup is in May (in 10 days)and the final World Championship is on August 24. We need to stay in Europe for nearly four months(!).
Our national paddling association (USACK) does not have enough money to fund World team members but they do help in other important ways. This Rallyme crowd funding is created via USACK and athletes get 100% of money raised.
We are doing this campaign together, so whatever money we raise will be shared equally by just the two of us. You don't have to give a lot but if you'd like t be a part of our journey we will be making updates on Social Media over the summer. If you can't give now we get it and that'd cool but if you like our story please feel free to "share" on social media and allow our story to grow.
Above all; Thank you! Thank you for giving, sharing and reading this. All the best, GO Team USA
Updates
Comments
Name | Comment |
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Ellie Zartman | Good luck! I'll be watching. Ellie Zartman |
George and Lissa Elliott | Way to go, Ian and Gavin! |
Carmela and Michael | NEVER SWIM IT IN |
Genie Kincaid | Proud to support Linda & Jim Ross' sons! Imua USA!! |
Jen and larry Schuette | Cheering for you! Work hard! Play fair! Win! |
EJ Haught | Good luck guys! |
Jill Leggio | All the best. |
Lizzy, Sherman & Dude | We're rooting for you Ian & Gavin! |
Jude | Go Gavin and Ian! Have the time of your life! |
Ursula Rhodes | Keep on paddling well. I am proud of both of you. |
Lisa Ramm | Good luck boys! |
Bonnie Dan Sean and Frank Havens | Always believed in you both. Go for it. Bonnie Dan Sean and Frank |
kate mooney | Good luck Ian & Gavin! |
Steve Wolfe | Best of luck to both of you! |
Dale Andrade | Go get 'em, guys. |
Keith and Sue Havens | Anything to keep you guys out of the triathlon! Good luck! |
Rosemary | We are so proud of you! |
Princess | love this family! |
Paul and Camille | Go team Ross, we're really proud of you and the effort you've put into your dream, and are thrilled to be able to support you. Rio all the way! |
Patrick and Emily Leblond | Kicking butt, taking names. |
Steve Ball | Best of luck Ian and Gavin. Race hard and have fun! |
Anonymous | Good Luck, Ian & Gavin!!! |
Jane Verkouteren & Steve Bona | Hi Guys. I grew up with your mom and Debbie. Love them both; your Frailey grandparents were always special as well. I know how proud they are of you. Paddle on! I look forward to receiving your updates. |
Anonymous | Yoohoo! well done!! Love Lindy and Ken |
Marcy | Keep the OWL proud. |
Tim, Kathy, JP and Timmy Summers | Go Ian and Gavin! |
Jamie Campbell Petty | I don't want swag; but, would appreciate knowing someone hugged (okay, in a manly way) my pal, Woody. Best friend a gal could have. GOOD LUCK IAN & GAVIN !! |
Cyndi J. | Good luck and paddle fast! |
Kathleen McNamee | Good luck guys! |
Leslie Roberts | Go Gavin and Ian |
myers | No candyass paddling. |
Sarah & Dan Blynn | Go Rosses! Paddle hard and have fun! |
Sean Duffy | cheering from the past! Good luck guys. |
Liz Elton | Good luck Ian and Gavin. |
Hilary & Alex Joel | Congratulation Ian and Gavin! You have a lot to be proud of! GO TEAM USA!! |
Jennie Baker | We're all behind you Team Ross! |
Sam and Debbie Malone. | good luck this summer. We are Camden Sexton's grandparents. Thanks for paddling with him 2 weekends ago in OKC. |
Anonymous | Good luck!!! |
Jim & Carla | go get 'em! |
Drew Story | Go! |
Leza and Rusty McLain | paddle hard and smart |