Meet Nathan Charles
At 22 years old Nathan is already playing at the peak of his chosen sport. After two years as an Australian U20’s representative, Nathan has signed a contract to play Super 14 Rugby for the Western Force.
Interview with Nathan
Here more details on how Nathan manages life with Cystic Fibrosis and also performs at the peak of his sport.
Words of Encouragement
| 20-May-2011 | You are an insperation. My son is 9 months old and has cf, i want him to be able to achieve everything he wants to in life and your life shows that cf does not have to determine what he does, he can choose.. Thank-you...more » Adele, victoria |
| 20-May-2011 | You are an inspiration. Keep it up!! My husband has CF & is 38 years old. With dedication & a strict discipline you can do anything. He is now back in the uk waiting to be put on the lung transplant list.
more » Adriana, Sydney |
| 12-Apr-2011 | Your story of commitment, focus and adherence to your regime is truly inspirational. Look out Wallabies!more » Ariane G, Perth |
| 18-Apr-2011 | You give us so much HOPE for our little boy that also lives with CF, Zach has only just turned one and we hope one day he becomes an elite sportsman like you, well done follow your dreams.
more » Heidi Basedow, Gold Coast |
| 12-Apr-2011 | We're HUGE fans of yours, Nathan! Keep up the great work!!!more » James, Ryde |
| 20-Apr-2011 | You are truly inspirational Nathan and a great role model for our CF kids - thank you and best wishes for the remainder of the season.more » Katya, Perth |
| 30-Jun-2011 | Hi Nathan, while you play for the wrong team, it should be the Brumbies, you are a fabulous inspiration and give me a huge sense of wellbeing and comfort that my daughter Kate will, like you, be able to achieve great things in sport. All the bestmore » Laurie Daly, Canberra |
| 07-May-2011 | Nathan is an inspiration on how to make something possiblemore » Michael Collins, Ireland |
| 16-Apr-2011 | Nathan you give me a great sense of hope for my son, he is 10months old and I pray that he can have the same great dedication & focus towards his life as you have shown, well done, keep up your amazingly strong never quit attitude xxmore » Rachel Chrisostomos, Emu Plains |
| 26-May-2011 | Im absoloutly amazed by how much you have achieved and your success is inspiring. Im 18 and am waiting to be put on a transplant list, and it is just so motivating to see someone with CF living such a healthy and active lifestyle. Keep up the great work!more » Rebecca, Sydney |
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