Told he might never walk, 15-year-old Caleb now shines at bowls
Hit by car at age five, told he would struggle to walk; now climbing bowls divisions competitively.
Caleb Baker was struck by a car in February 2015 when he was five years old. Doctors predicted he might never walk or talk properly.
Now 15, he is a sports-loving teenager competing in lawn bowls, cricket and football. Caleb joined George Town Bowls Club, just a three-minute ride from his home.
This season he started in division five and has climbed up to division four in recent weeks. His father Myles plays bowls and feels proud watching his son thrive in the sport.
The club has started a youth drive, running barefoot bowls nights and school events. Myles hopes Caleb's friends will join, helping the club rebuild its younger membership.
- 3 minutes by electric scooter
- Distance to club
- 5 years old
- Age when hit by car
- 15 years old
- Current age
- About 30
- Father's starting age at bowls
Why it mattersHis recovery shows early medical predictions do not always limit young people's futures, and sport creates community connection.
AustraliaAustralian country clubs face ageing memberships; youth programs like George Town's help rebuild participation and bring generations together.
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