About William:

What is your reason for your course choice?

I was looking to broaden my network on an international level, and gain the prestige of attending a world class university

When, where and why did you start rowing? And what do you love about the sport?

I took up rowing in high school in 2011 because I couldn’t make it on the tennis team. I kept rowing because I loved the team aspect of the sport, and being out on the water in the warm weather on Sydney harbour.

What was your first rowing club and coach?

Sydney Rowing Club. Coach was Jason Baker – former pair partner of Drew Ginn

What or who was the earliest sporting inspiration you remember as a child?

Kurtley Beale – had a crazy goose step on him. Watch his 2005/2006 highlights from high school and you’ll see why.

What sport did you prioritise growing up?

Rugby Union

What is your favourite non-academic book?

Dominion by C J Sansom

What is your dream job? Or what do you aspire to do once you complete your studies?

I aspire to become a patent attorney specialising in chemistry.

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