Scott ‘Ozzie’ Richmond to attempt 300km world record football dribble from Canberra to Sydney

Kids entertainer Scott Richmond will attempt an incredible world record football dribble of over 300km from Canberra to Sydney. He’s also attempting a second world record that you can be a part of.

Scott Richmond, or 'Ozzie', will be dribbling a football over 300km from Canberra to Sydney. Picture: Supplied

If you’re driving between Sydney and Canberra over the next week, don’t be too alarmed if you see a bloke kicking a football northbound on the highway.

That’s the crazy venture Scott Richmond is undertaking as the Australian kids entertainer will attempt to break a world record by dribbling a football from Canberra to Sydney, raising money for charity in the process.

This is certainly not the kind of spectacular football action fans of the sport would have been expecting in light of the FIFA Women’s World Cup kicking off on July 20, but it’s one that we can all get around.

Setting off from Parliament House on Friday July 14, Richmond will run and dribble for 45km a day for seven days straight until he reaches Seymour Shaw Park in Miranda, roughly 320km from his starting point.

“I’m as ready as I’ll ever be physically,” Richmond said ahead of his journey.

Scott Richmond, or 'Ozzie', will be dribbling a football over 300km from Canberra to Sydney. Picture: Supplied

“I went for my last run this morning before I head to Canberra tomorrow, then the fun really begins.”

Richmond, known online as Ozzie, is an online content creator with over nine million views on his YouTube videos that promote educational messages surrounding living a healthy lifestyle.

While he has been running marathons and ultra-marathons since 2010, Richmond doesn’t come from a football background at all, adding another element of challenge to his journey.

“I played AFL growing up so I’m definitely not naturally a football player,” Richmond said.

‘Ozzie’ getting that dribbling practice in. Picture: Supplied

“The fitness is there, I’ve just been modifying my training to introduce a football and get that confidence at my feet.

“I’ve done a few 35km runs with a football added, so I’ve got that confidence that I can dribble for long distances now.”

This is all intriguing to say the least, but there’s still one question that needs answering for all this; why?

“Ozzie is always inspiring kids to try new things and set their sights on things that are difficult,” Richmond said.

“Our tagline says it all: be curious, give everything a go and always stay keen.

Scott Richmond promoting positivity through his ‘Ozzie’ brand. Picture: Supplied

“I’m putting those words into action by choosing something way outside the box and out of my comfort zone and taking steps to achieve a goal.

“Hopefully it’ll inspire kids to do the same and that hard things can be done, not necessarily suggesting they need to go kick a ball along a highway though.”

The team behind ‘Ozzie’ are hoping to raise over $100,000 while Richmond is attempting his world records, with proceeds going to Fair Game and Sport Access.

Supporting the event as well is five-time Paralympian Matt Levy, who will be awarding five mentoring scholarships to young para athletes.

Richmond will be looking to make some stops at local football clubs along the way to promote his message and inspire others along his journey, so far organising a stop at Fernhill Soccer Club in Wollongong on Wednesday night.

As if this venture isn’t enough on its own, Richmond will be looking to break a second world record upon arrival at Seymour Shaw Park on Thursday July 20, the day the Matildas kick off their World Cup campaign.

All smiles ahead of his run. Picture: Supplied

Ozzie is looking to break the world record for the most people dribbling a football simultaneously, with the current record set at 2068.

“We figured if we’ve broken one record, why not go for two?” Richmond joked.

“This one’s all about bringing the community together, being a part of something and working together to achieve something you don’t get to do every day.

“It’s encouraging people of all ages and abilities to come make some memories and hopefully be a part of history.”

Those wishing to join Ozzie in breaking the second world record can register at his website, with prizes and giveaways taking place on the day.