Bella Ma grew up watching her grandfather and older brothers play ice hockey at their local ice rink in Sydney, eventually joining in on the fun herself five years ago.
This weekend, the 14-year-old will debut for the Australian under-18 girls ice hockey team at the World Championships in Scotland.
"It's a very big opportunity. I've always dreamed of playing for Australia and getting that phone call. For the Australian coach to even know me, was pretty good," Bella said.