Capes talent tops at Trigg Beach WA Junior Surfing Titles
Capes surfers have lit up the coast with a swag of wins at the second round of the WA Junior Surfing Titles at Trigg at the weekend.
Among the event standouts were Olive Hardy (Margaret River), Maverick Wilson (Dunsborough), Poppy Redman-Carr (Dunsborough), Ethan Anderson (Cowaramup), Ily Fraser (Margaret River), Ollie Holmes (Dunsborough) and Luna Thomas (Margaret River), who all rose to the occasion to claim victories in their respective divisions.
Reigning under-16 girls national champion Hardy snatched the under-18 girls State title, showcasing her trademark power and precision.
Hardy drew from her strong surfing pedigree on her way to victory on the strength of a combined total of 13.50 (from a possible 20).
'I'm over the moon to take out the win and wrap up the State title here at Trigg,' she said after the final.
'All the girls were ripping and although the under-18 girls is one of the smaller divisions, the girls pushed me all the way.'
Dunsborough favourite Wilson powered through to claim the hotly contested under-18 boys division.
Wilson dropped some of the highest scores of the competition and looked to click into another gear during the final for a two-wave total of 15.94.
'I felt really good through the event and the waves have been really fun for Perth,' Wilson said.
'Trigg can be tricky, but I managed to find a few corners and lay it down when it counted.
'This is my last year in the juniors and I'm already looking forward to (round three in) Geraldton to hopefully capture the State title after missing out in 2024.'
Thomas outscored her rivals by a country mile in the under-12 micro grom girls to claim that division's State title, while Ily Fraser sneaked ahead of Cowaramup's Lily Naylor in the under-14 girls and claimed the State title yet again, while Dunsborough's Holmes claimed the win in the under-14 boys.
The under-16 cadet class was scored by Anderson from Cowaramup on just 0.10 ahead of Geraldton's Cruz Macdonald, while Redman-Carr caught out Cowaramup's Grace Cook to claim the State title, defeating her 13.67 to 7.74 in tough conditions.
Surfing WA's outgoing events manager Justin Majeks said more than 100 surfers competed in the winter swells.
'The conditions really turned it on for us this weekend,' he said.
'From sun-up to sundown, the level of surfing, the energy on the beach and the support for our competitors was amazing. You couldn't ask for a better winter weekend in WA.'
The third and final round wraps in Geraldton starting July 18.
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Adam O'Brien showed class in publicly owning mistake with Knights fans
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Let me say up front that, like the correspondent, I have also been a member since 1988 and was at the game in question, seated in the western grandstand. The correspondent accused O'Brien of labelling the entire Knights supporter base as follows: "they don't know anything about rugby league ...' ... one of the most disrespectful comments ...." as he tried to protect his young team from the few who booed the side at half time. There were only a few. My wife and friends were on the top deck of the western stand and heard only a dull murmur. Dylan Lucas, when interviewed on the field after the event, hadn't heard the noise. The noise of booing was picked up by the TV sound system, but wasn't anywhere near the loudness of the crowd noise that followed the awarding of the Roosters' match-winning try last weekend. That was booed by the whole crowd! In reply to the retort: "Are the stands soundproof?" No, they aren't, but at the moment in question, O'Brien was in the lift going down to the dressing room. The lifts certainly are soundproof. Not his best response, certainly, clumsy at best, and the reason for calling the press conference. From enquiries I have made, when realising his error, O'Brien requested the next day's press conference be held over the objections of the Knights media team. He was certainly not instructed by the hierarchy to hold a conference. On the evidence of courage and tenacity shown by his team over the past weeks, the Knights, with the worst player absentee record in the NRL from injuries and a suspension according to the Sunday Telegraph, have the best defensive record in the comp, hardly an indication of "losing the dressing room". O'Brien's record of four finals appearances in his five years as coach should stand him in good stead. We had four finals appearances in the previous 16 years before his appointment. In the team for the grand final of golden year 2001, we had nine of 17 players who represented Australia, plus two State of Origin players and the NRL prop of the year. It's a different squad this year. GROIDEN Schammell takes Adam O'Brien to task for calling out spectators who booed the Knights off the field ("Apology won't undo coach's shot at supporters", Letters, 18/6). Why wouldn't he? You don't boo your own team off the field - other teams' spectators will do that for you. I've been a Rabbitohs supporter since 1952, and they have had plenty of seasons where they couldn't beat time, but none of our loyal supporters ever booed them off. If Adam O'Brien's to blame for all their troubles, why boo the players? The only possible excuse would be if they weren't trying. Are you going to tell me if any of the players go out there and don't try? As for knowledgeable fans, the average fan wouldn't know where to start if he had to coach a team. As Wayne Bennett said once, if you start taking notice of what fans say, you are in trouble. STEVE Barnett, how has the ALP government threatened your retirement at the beach ("We went without plenty in the past", Letters, 16/6)? Australia is setting records on overseas travel and renovations, while those on the frontline, charities, are reporting many more in very grim hardship. The wealth of the few is exploding. There are two Australias, with a growing gap between haves and have-nots. None of what you list interests me, either, especially the make-up, body treatments and handbags. The beach slam dunks a spa any day. However, think of the livelihoods provided by today's goods and services. Times are always different, and parents do wish for better times for their children. Houses/units owned by the young are not impossible. It is not non-existent. But no matter how thrifty far too many younger people could be, owning remains a pipedream for many more. I wish you well in your beach retirement endeavours. RUGBY league has gone to the dogs. When an immortal has less input and audio than the referee during the State of Origin, it's time to ask why. The ABC, mainly funded by the taxpayer, keeps a sharp axe handy these days. If it's not used on people, you can be sure it will chop certain controversial programs like The Drum and now Q&A. It is safer for them to serve up dishwater like Guy Montgomery's Spelling Bee, Claire Hooper's House of Games and Gruen, all shows where everyone laughs hysterically except viewers. So, who is behind the sackings and dumbing down? Look no further than the head honchos who want to keep their plum jobs and not upset the government of the day. I WAS reading a couple of days ago that the politicians have already been, or are about to be, granted another pay rise, quoted as being the fourth in three years. 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The noise of booing was picked up by the TV sound system, but wasn't anywhere near the loudness of the crowd noise that followed the awarding of the Roosters' match-winning try last weekend. That was booed by the whole crowd! In reply to the retort: "Are the stands soundproof?" No, they aren't, but at the moment in question, O'Brien was in the lift going down to the dressing room. The lifts certainly are soundproof. Not his best response, certainly, clumsy at best, and the reason for calling the press conference. From enquiries I have made, when realising his error, O'Brien requested the next day's press conference be held over the objections of the Knights media team. He was certainly not instructed by the hierarchy to hold a conference. On the evidence of courage and tenacity shown by his team over the past weeks, the Knights, with the worst player absentee record in the NRL from injuries and a suspension according to the Sunday Telegraph, have the best defensive record in the comp, hardly an indication of "losing the dressing room". O'Brien's record of four finals appearances in his five years as coach should stand him in good stead. We had four finals appearances in the previous 16 years before his appointment. In the team for the grand final of golden year 2001, we had nine of 17 players who represented Australia, plus two State of Origin players and the NRL prop of the year. It's a different squad this year. GROIDEN Schammell takes Adam O'Brien to task for calling out spectators who booed the Knights off the field ("Apology won't undo coach's shot at supporters", Letters, 18/6). Why wouldn't he? You don't boo your own team off the field - other teams' spectators will do that for you. I've been a Rabbitohs supporter since 1952, and they have had plenty of seasons where they couldn't beat time, but none of our loyal supporters ever booed them off. If Adam O'Brien's to blame for all their troubles, why boo the players? The only possible excuse would be if they weren't trying. Are you going to tell me if any of the players go out there and don't try? As for knowledgeable fans, the average fan wouldn't know where to start if he had to coach a team. As Wayne Bennett said once, if you start taking notice of what fans say, you are in trouble. STEVE Barnett, how has the ALP government threatened your retirement at the beach ("We went without plenty in the past", Letters, 16/6)? Australia is setting records on overseas travel and renovations, while those on the frontline, charities, are reporting many more in very grim hardship. The wealth of the few is exploding. There are two Australias, with a growing gap between haves and have-nots. 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It is safer for them to serve up dishwater like Guy Montgomery's Spelling Bee, Claire Hooper's House of Games and Gruen, all shows where everyone laughs hysterically except viewers. So, who is behind the sackings and dumbing down? Look no further than the head honchos who want to keep their plum jobs and not upset the government of the day. I WAS reading a couple of days ago that the politicians have already been, or are about to be, granted another pay rise, quoted as being the fourth in three years. Providing this is correct, I would like to ask my federal Member, Pat Conroy, and state Member, Jodie Harrison, to provide this masthead with full details of the rise so it can be made public. We, the taxpayers, are the ones who pay their remuneration, so I think it's a fair request. Thank you both in anticipation. MATT Ophir ("Targets of hate speak volumes", Letters, 12/6) is 100 per cent correct. Hamas could easily end the bloodshed by laying down their arms and releasing the hostages. Many people are quick to forget who started the conflict. Meanwhile, Julie Robinson ("Turning away aid ship is telling", Letters, 12/6) seems to have fallen for the propaganda of the world's best-known attention-seeker. Greta and her activist cronies were carrying a minuscule amount of aid, and one boat does not constitute a flotilla. Just another stunt.
The Age
4 days ago
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State of Origin to make an AFL return? Out west, they're keen
Western Australia is keen to host a State-of-Origin match at Optus Stadium next year, with preliminary discussions underway between the AFL and the state government to reignite the concept. The government is yet to put a formal proposal to the league, however three anonymous sources with knowledge of the situation confirmed that a potential State-of-Origin match has been discussed informally. Optus Stadium in Perth is hosting game two of the NRL State-of-Origin series on Wednesday night, and is keen to attract other big events to Perth, aware of the potential economic impact it could have. The exact format is yet to be determined, but the initial thinking is for a match to be played in February between Western Australia and Victoria. Western Australia hosted the first State-of-Origin match under the modern format in October 1977 with its team playing Victoria at Subiaco. Optus Stadium remains relatively free in February before hosting Asian Cup women's soccer matches in March. AFL chief executive officer Andrew Dillon planned to discuss the issue with the state's deputy premier and treasurer Rita Saffioti when he visited Perth for two matches at Optus Stadium last weekend. Any decision about the proposal would need to be made before season's end to give clubs the chance to plan their 2026 pre-season with certainty. Saffioti, a Fremantle supporter, has been focused on delivering the state budget on Thursday night.
Sydney Morning Herald
4 days ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
State of Origin to make an AFL return? Out west, they're keen
Western Australia is keen to host a State-of-Origin match at Optus Stadium next year, with preliminary discussions underway between the AFL and the state government to reignite the concept. The government is yet to put a formal proposal to the league, however three anonymous sources with knowledge of the situation confirmed that a potential State-of-Origin match has been discussed informally. Optus Stadium in Perth is hosting game two of the NRL State-of-Origin series on Wednesday night, and is keen to attract other big events to Perth, aware of the potential economic impact it could have. The exact format is yet to be determined, but the initial thinking is for a match to be played in February between Western Australia and Victoria. Western Australia hosted the first State-of-Origin match under the modern format in October 1977 with its team playing Victoria at Subiaco. Optus Stadium remains relatively free in February before hosting Asian Cup women's soccer matches in March. AFL chief executive officer Andrew Dillon planned to discuss the issue with the state's deputy premier and treasurer Rita Saffioti when he visited Perth for two matches at Optus Stadium last weekend. Any decision about the proposal would need to be made before season's end to give clubs the chance to plan their 2026 pre-season with certainty. Saffioti, a Fremantle supporter, has been focused on delivering the state budget on Thursday night.
