NINE of the Coffs Coast’s best young sporting talent have been recognised for their achievements.
Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan hosted an afternoon tea event at the Country Women’s Association building in Coffs Harbour, to meet the successful Local Sporting Champion Grant recipients.
They are:
– Archie Peters, who is heading to take the starting line at the 2025 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships.
– Holly Kay, who is off to show the rest of Australia what she’s made of at the 2025 National Judo Championships.
– Jack Matthews, who is heading to take the starting line at the Athletics NSW State Championships.
– Jazz Barrow, who is off to storm the field at the NSW Juniors Rugby Union Under 16s State XVs Championships.
– Quincy Barrow, a netball legend off to shoot for gold at the HART Junior State Titles.
– Lily Bright-Taylor, who is taking the starting blocks at the CHS State Swimming Championships.
– Lucas and Dominic Singleton, who are both paddling their way to success at the Canoeing National Marathon Titles.
– Thomas Joyce, who is hitting the track to represent the Coffs Coast at the 2025 Australian Junior Athletics Championships.
The Local Sporting Champions (LSC) program provides financial assistance for coaches, officials, and competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships.
Successful applicants receive $500-$750 towards the cost of attending their championships.
“It’s so important for young people to be able to thrive and be provided avenues to achieve their goals,” Mr Conaghan said.
“However, with increasing cost-of-living pressures and the increases in travel costs, it can be hard for students and their families to afford to attend finals and events outside of the region.
“These Federal Government Grants are a great way to recognise local talent and foster the next generation of sporting stars.
“It’s wonderful to be able to meet each successful applicant in person, hear their achievements and goals firsthand, and cheer them on!”
By Aiden BURGESS
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