Connor Hayes

Get to know ConnorIn his words

“Competing for Australia at the 2023 World Junior Championships in Melbourne”Most memorable sporting moment

How does the VIS support your career in high performance sport?

Access to the facilities at the VIS, has had a massive impact on my performance, specifically when I was based in Melbourne and was able to come in for strength and conditioning as well as any recovery I needed after long days of training.

Proudest personal achievement outside of sport

Moving to Scotland to study at Heriot-Watt University.

What do you enjoy most about your sport?

Both physically and mentally intense the entire time.

Advice to your younger self

Don't be afraid to make mistakes.

Go-to meal before competing

Greek style chicken and rice.

If you could have dinner with any three people, who would they be?

Kobe Bryant, Morgan Freeman, Queen Elizabeth.

What do you enjoy doing outside of sport?

Watching movies or TV and cooking.