Tag: Riley Fitzsimmons

  • WORLD CHAMPION BONANZA ON CENTRAL COAST

    WORLD CHAMPION BONANZA ON CENTRAL COAST

    There really must be something in the water on the Central Coast. In 2017, eight local athletes became World Champions – more than half of those in a water sport. Tonight, we take a look back at these incredible wins.

  • NICA SCHOLARSHIPS NOW OPEN

    NICA SCHOLARSHIPS NOW OPEN

    Matt Graham is number 17 on the honour board of the Donnica Clarke Foundation. Chairman Michael Buettner and number one scholarship holder Chris Dodd are encouraging local athletes to apply now, to be a part of the Class of 2018.  

  • COASTIES UP FOR ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

    COASTIES UP FOR ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

    Two Central Coast sports stars are in the running to be named the state’s male athlete of the year. Riley Fitzsimmons and Nick Yallouris have both represented Australia this year and brought home gold medals. Riley took out a world kayaking championship in September, while Nick is pedalling towards Commonwealth Games selection. The winner will…

  • RILEYS WORLD TITLE GOLD RIVALS RIO

    RILEYS WORLD TITLE GOLD RIVALS RIO

    Riley Fitzsimmons is back on the Central Coast after winning a World Kayaking Championship in the Czech Republic. He says along with the Rio Olympics, it’s the highlight of his career.  

  • AUSSIE CREW CROWNED WORLD CHAMPIONS

    AUSSIE CREW CROWNED WORLD CHAMPIONS

    Avoca Lifesaver Riley Fitzsimmons has teamed with kayaking legend Ken Wallace, Murray Stewart and Jordan Wood to claim a World Title in the Czech Republic. The 21 year-old says the Australian crew executed the perfect race, winning gold in the K4 1000.  

  • COAST PAIR POWER INTO FINALS

    COAST PAIR POWER INTO FINALS

    After celebrating his 21st Birthday, Riley Fitzsimmons is through to the final of the K2 1000, at the Junior and Under-23 Canoe Sprint World Championships in Romania. While surf lifesaving star Jemma Smith has made an immediate impact on the International stage, qualifying for the Junior Womens K1 1000.  

  • GOLDEN MONTH FOR McINTYRE

    GOLDEN MONTH FOR McINTYRE

    The month of March has been one to savour for Rob McIntyre. He won his first National Open Kayak title, as well as the State Ski relay championship with Avoca; now he wants gold, at the Aussies.  

  • TAME TARGETS AUSSIE TRIFECTA

    TAME TARGETS AUSSIE TRIFECTA

    Olympic Bronze medallist Lachlan Tame is back in training and focused on the year ahead. He’s aiming for a trifecta at the Aussie Lifesaving Titles, while another goal is to qualify for the World Kayaking Championships in the Czech Republic.  

  • FITZSIMMONS FIRES AT OPENING GRAND PRIX

    FITZSIMMONS FIRES AT OPENING GRAND PRIX

    Olympian Riley Fitzsimmons surprised himself finishing second in the K1-1000 at the opening Canoe Sprint Grand Prix in Adelaide. He’ll now enjoy the Christmas break at a quiet location near Crescent Head. His goals in 2017; representing New South Wales in lifesaving, and his country in the World under-23 Kayaking Championships in Romania.  

  • SPORTS FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

    SPORTS FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

    The Central Coast Sports Federation has announced its finalists for 2016. The star-studded line up for Sportsperson of the Year includes four Olympians, two NRL players, as well as the World number two in Moguls skiing.