[1] Paul started playing volleyball at Billanook College in Victoria Australia at the age of 13.

He then received a full ride scholarship to Newman University in Wichita Kansas, where he was selected as rookie of the year, first team all American and national championship all star whilst leading the country in kills and aces.

Four years straight Paul led points, aces and kills, racking up several first team all Canadian awards and was selected as MVP of the league in 2010.

Professionally, Paul started his career in Switzerland, playing for Schonenwerd Volley who has become a powerhouse in the Swiss league.

In 2012/13 Paul was the leading scoring left side and ace leader of the Finland Mestaruusliiga.