Alec Nguyen takes talent to nationals

AT just 11 years old, Alec Nguyen has distinguished himself as one of the state's finest young athletes.

The year 6 student from Revesby South Public School, who hopes to one day compete for Australia at the Olympics, will represent his school and the state in four separate events at the All Schools National Titles in Melbourne on December 4 and 5.

The two-day event will see about 700 young athletes from across the country compete in three age groups.

Alec, of Revesby, said he was excited about competing in the under-14 100m sprint, 200m sprint and long jump events, after winning gold in all three categories at the state finals in March. He will also compete in the under-14 relay.

"You get to make new friends and meet new people and have a look at the competition" he said.

When asked how he would conjure up the strength to compete in several demanding categories, Alec said he had "gotten used to holding (his) energy" after training twice a week at Bankstown Sports Club for several years.

At the opening ceremony for the state championships, Alec was given the privilege of holding the southwest Sydney region banner after he scored the most points in his age group at the regionals, for which he was also awarded an age champion trophy.

"It felt amazing. It was such a great honour to hold the banner," he said of the experience.

At the district level, Alec has broken multiple records in the 100m and 200m sprints and high jump.

Revesby South Public School principal Robyn Rankin said the school had held a fundraising event to help Alec meet his travel and accommodation costs to Melbourne.

"We're very proud of his achievements," she said.

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