Name: Lachlan Bassett
DOB: 4/11/1999
National team: Senior
Hometown: Melbourne, Victoria
Current place of residence: Penrith, Sydney
Club: Melbourne Canoe Club, Penrith Valley
Nickname: Lach
How did you get into paddling: I started paddling in 2013 through the Ivanhoe Grammar School Kayak program
What has been your biggest accomplishment in the sport so far: Placing 9th in Finals at the 2019 Senior World Championships, La Seu, Spain
What keeps you busy outside of paddling? Â Working and catching up with friends
Who has been the greatest influence on your career? Â Alex McIntyre
Do you have any superstitions before a race? Â No
What is your favourite course to paddle on? Â La Seu, Spain
Previous National Teams: Â Junior Team; 2015. U23 Team; 2017, 2019. Senior Team; 2019
Instagram:Â Â @lachiebassett22
Facebook page: Lachlan Bassett – Aus Canoe Athlete
Twitter: @BassettLachlan
