Recognising our Local Sporting Champions
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan is making sure that 16 young Clarence Valley Sporting Champions are given every opportunity to follow their dreams.
“Those who received the grant have excelled themselves representing the Clarence Valley on the national and state stage,” Mr Hogan said.
“The Local Sporting Champions program provides financial assistance to young people aged between 12 and 18 years to compete, coach or umpire in their chosen sport.”
“The Clarence Valley has produced some outstanding sportspeople in the past, and it is important that we support the next crop of our local sporting talent.”
“Unfortunately succeeding in sport doesn’t just take talent and determination – parents also often have to put their hands in their pockets to get their children to competitions. I’m very pleased to be able to help these families with financial support through these grants.”
“Sport is important in the development of young people: it teaches them life-long skills like teamwork, keeps them fit and healthy, and allows them to excel in something they love and enjoy.”
“I encourage any budding champions out there who have the opportunity of competing at a state, national or international event to apply for a grant by contacting my office or checking out the website ausport.gov.au.”
Our latest Clarence Valley Sporting Champions are:
- Shanae Crispin from Trenayr, Hockey
- Addison Peppernell from Elland, Hockey
- Milla Stephenson from Grafton, Hockey
- Cooper Stephenson from Grafton, Hockey
- Riley Wondergem from South Grafton, Hockey
- Charlie Rouse from Grafton, Hockey
- Max Oxenbridge from Grafton, Hockey
- William Gallagher from Tyndale, Motor Sport
- Max Lobsey from Waterview Heights, Hockey
- Darby Rouse from Grafton, Hockey
- Antwone Quinlin-Randall from Maclean, Rugby League
- Charlotte Evans from Grafton, Boccia
- Jaxson Haynes from Junction Hill, Boccia
- Roman Franklin from Alumy Creek, Boccia
- Toby Snow from South Grafton, Boccia
- Zayne Collins from Grafton, Boccia
ENDS
25th September 2025
Kevin Hogan – 0428 291 307
Jay Gibson – 0403 560 902
