#campquality

A massive thank you to the incredible team at MSK Therapy and Functional Freedom Physio! 🙌

Leading up to the Sydney Contender fight, I knew injuries would be a challenge. But the team worked tirelessly to manage the pain, improve my mobility and restore function.

Two of the best local practitioners in the game.

Their dedication and hard work before and after the fight made a significant impact on my performance. I couldn't have achieved this success without their support. Thank you, team! 🙏

@msktherapyaus

I want to express my deepest gratitude to those who played a part in my fight camp journey.

I strategically placed myself around the best, knowing their influence would play apart in the outcome.

The time, effort and dedication you've put into helping me prepare is something I'll never forget. 

12 Weeks To Glory. 

What an incredible journey with this bunch. 🙌

Rigorous training, breakfast bonding, sauna catch ups & just overall great vibe, I believe great teams are built on a willingness to stand together through it all.

I can't wait for them to showcase the heart and soul of our club. Proud to wear 'THE X' on their backs.

Stepping into the ring for Sydney Contender 14 isn't just about the fight; it's about the people we fight for. It's for families like the Montgomery's, who remind us that cancer doesn't discriminate. It could touch anyone, be it a friend, a father, a son or a coworker.

It's why I'm going to battle. Not for any other reason than raising valuable funds for Camp Quality, a children's cancer charity dedicated to making a difference. To help people like the Montgomery's and countless others who face the toughest of challenges.

If you can make it to the fight, grab your general admission tickets ASAP. 

I ask please to consider making a donation through this link: https://fundraise.campquality.org.au/fundraisers/BenIlacqua  

Together, we can be the difference that these families need. 💙

Meet Ryder - The real fighter in all of this. 🥊

Ryder's story hits close to home. His mom, Kelly, was part of my staff at Inspirations Paint Gregory Hills, awaiting the completion of their family of four with this handsome young boy. But life took a cruel turn. Just when Kelly was due to return to work, Ryder, this little legend, faced a devastating diagnosis - brain cancer.

I can't even begin to imagine what the Montgomery family has endured since that day. Ryder's life became a rollercoaster, in and out of the hospital, battling aggressive chemotherapy and surgeries. Their world turned upside down, with a prognosis that no family should ever have to hear.

Ryder's fight is personal to me. On 3rd November, I'll be stepping into the ring to raise funds for Camp Quality, a children's cancer charity that's been supporting the Montgomerys through this painful journey.

I'm fighting for Ryder and all the kids like him. My goal is to raise as much as we can and bring awareness to Camp Quality's mission. To my friends, family, and colleagues, I hope you can make it to my fight. But if not, please consider donating to Camp Quality via this link: https://fundraise.campquality.org.au/fundraisers/BenIlacqua 

Every dollar counts and together, we can make a difference. 🙏