Support USA Team Gel's Journey to WBC 2024!

On June 1st, 2024, the United States Boomerang Association announced that, the US National Adult Developmental Boomerang Team, known as "Team Gel," is set to make a triumphant return to the World Boomerang Championships (WBC) for the first time since 1989. The highly anticipated event will take place in Westminster, Colorado, from July 6th to July 11th, 2024. Teams from around the world, including Australia, France, India, Indonesia, and Brazil, will compete for the prestigious Uncle Toby's Oat Cup.

Team Gel, comprised of eight talented throwers and three experienced coaches, represents the future of the United States Boomerang Association. This developmental team, featuring young adults from various states, is eager to make their mark at the WBC. The team members include Tommy Gruchala, Anthony Ives, Kian Snouffer, Bennett Sprague, Julia Greene, Erik Richards, Jake Stein, and Gavin Bohling. The coaching staff boasts seasoned WBC competitors and champions Gregg Snouffer, Barnaby Ruhe and Stephanie Frisch, all of whom have led teams to victories at the World Championship.

To support their journey to Denver, The USBA has launched this GoFundMe campaign with a goal of raising $9,000. The funds will cover essential expenses, including travel, lodging, team registration, meals, and team uniforms. A detailed breakdown of the costs per athlete/coach includes:

- $300 travel to Denver

- $200 lodging at Airbnb

- $140 registration costs including field usage, awards and event t-shirt

- $150 per athlete for event dinners

- $60 per athlete for team jerseys

In addition to financial contributions, the USBA is seeking community support through sharing the GoFundMe campaign and spreading the word about its mission. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings the team closer to achieving its goal!