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- About Me -

Passion. Persistence. Perseverance.

Aged 18 and passionate about kitesurfing since the age of 11, I now compete on the national and international tour with the aim of becoming a professional. In 2022, on my very first competitive appearance, I won the title of French Junior freestyle champion and was ranked 3rd in the world for juniors.

Born in Canada, of French origin, I grew up on my family's sailboat, with which we sailed halfway around the world for over 5 years. During this period, when we lived between oceans and lagoons, I developed a real passion for the sea, water sports and environmental awareness. 

I've now been living in New Caledonia for 4 years, still aboard our sailboat, with the world's largest lagoon as my training ground.
Since 2023, I've been a member of the French kitesurfing team within the French sailing federation, and I'm recognized by the government as a high-level sportswoman. This means that I benefit from the support of a professional coach during competitions, as well as special school hours for training.

I work every day to  become world freestyle champion, while continuing my studies to prepare for my sports career transition.

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- Awards -

18 years old french athlete, competing in junior freestyle kite competitions.

National

  • Junior French Champion 2023

  • Senior French Champion 2023

  • Junior French Champion 2022

 

International

  • GKA Junior Freestyle 2024 Champion

  • Elite Mondiale Junior 2023 - First place

  • GKA Junior Freestyle World Cup 2023- Third Place

  • GKA Junior Freestyle World Cup 2022 - Third Place

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- Partnerships -

Where would I be without them ?

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Eleveight Kites

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One of the top brands in kite equipment, Eleveight has a strong passion for water sports.  The entire Eleveight family have a deep love for our sport, inspired by the different disciplines, the rider community and the ocean environment.

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Bee Yoo Swimwear

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Bee Yoo Swimwear is a New Caledonia company that sells swimwear made from recycled materials. They support me by providing me with beautiful swimwear.

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Port Barcarès

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The small town I go to train every year before every competition supports me through my sports career.

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Chronopneu

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Chrono Pneu is a New Caledonia company that sells tires and support action sports. They help me with my travel expenses to Europe.

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Mundaka Optic

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Mundaka Optic is a French company, that supports watersports athletes by providing them with sunglasses.

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Crossfit VDC

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Crossfit VDC helps me with my physical preparation

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