National Team: U23
DOB: 22/09/1997
Hometown: Bilgola Plateau, New South Wales
Club: Pittwater Paddling Club
Coach: Leda and Cameron Mcfadzean
Institute/Academy: NSWIS
Nickname: Keilz
- How did you get into paddling?
A talent identification program at Sydney Northern Beaches Kayak Club, after retiring from 10 years of gymnastics due to a back injury. - What has been your biggest accomplishment in the sport so far?
Making the U23 Australian Team in 2018. - What keeps you busy outside of paddling?
I’m completing a Bachelor of Medical Science at Sydney University. - Who has been the greatest influence on your career?
My family are my biggest supporters and my coaches have helped me get to where I am today, I’m extremely thankful.
- How would your best friend describe you?
I asked her and she said “Loves to sleep, usually late, always hungry and I can always count on you no matter what” - What is your favourite course to paddle on?
Training on Montebelo Aguieira Lake & Resort before Junior World Champs in Portugal was definitely my favourite. - Previous National Teams:
Olympic Hopefules (2014), Junior World Championships (2015), U23 World Championships (2018).
Instagram: @keily_dober
International Results
2015
15th (K2 500) – ICF Junior World Championships (Montemor-O-Velho, POR)
