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Tobiah (Toby) Goffsassen
QLD | University of Queensland Boat Club
Tobiah Goffsassen took up rowing in Grade Seven after watching his school win the prestigious Head of the River.
Being amongst the exciting atmosphere, Tobiah experienced an incredible sense of community that was present in the rowing shed post-race really sealed the deal for the Queenslander. Better known as Tobes to his mates, the Gold Coaster’s home club and training base is Griffith University Surfers Paradise Rowing Club.
Tobiah was selected as member of the Australian National Rowing Team in 2023, travelling to compete at the International Para Rowing Regatta in Gavirate, Italy.
For Tobiah, becoming a Paralympian would be a dream come true. He says being able to watch all the work he and his family have put in come to fruition would be indescribable and honour he wouldn’t take lightly.
When he’s not training, Tobiah enjoys rugby, golf and going to the beach, and watching FRIENDS.
Toby currently sits in the Stroke seat of the PR3 Mixed Coxed Four.
Athlete Statistics
Date of Birth | 26/06/2006
Coach | James Loveday
Category | PR3 Sweep
Nickname | Bugs
Height | 190cm
Hometown | Gold Coast
Club | University of Queensland Boat Club
School | The Southport School
Current Crew | Stroke Seat - PR3 Mixed Coxed Four
Rapid-Fire Questions
First Coach?
Archer Southwood
Favourite Rowing Moment?
First International Race in the Single at Gavirate in 2023
Pre-Race Pump Up Song?
Dizzee Rascal - Bonkers
Best Advice?
"Anything can seem impossible until you finish it"
Hobbies?
Footy, Golf, Advanced Poetry.
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