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Thanks Jets: Ipswich footy focus on retaining high school players

HAVING been involved in junior sport since 2002, Rugby League Ipswich (RLI) chairman David Nugent still gains immense satisfaction each season. “You see kids come through - 12 year olds now playing seniors - and still in love with the game as much...

Father-son share Ipswich football loyalty

FORMER Ipswich Knights captain and coach Stewart Drinkeld is happy spending time on the sidelines watching football these days. After many years as a leading player for the Knights, Lions and Strikers before coaching regional teams, Drinkeld still...

Hannah invites community to engage in hockey fun

AS an aspiring teacher, Hannah Simpson is excited about her new Ipswich Hockey role working with regional schools. Simpson, 18, has been appointed Community Engagement Officer where she will lead and coordinate the association’s school programs to...

Ipswich’s record-breaking multi-class athletes impress

THE Ipswich and District Athletic Club’s reputation as a state powerhouse has continued to grow in recent months. A dedicated group of multi-class athletes are making an invaluable contribution to the Ipswich club’s ongoing success. They include...

Rosewood athletes hope to be at school soon

ROSEWOOD Little Athletics centre manager Kyrlie Thomson deserves a gold medal for her leadership during a tough five months. However, she hopes an important meeting in the near future provides a much-needed boost. After a season without access to...

Wise advice behind Ipswich club’s outstanding successes

IPSWICH athletics supremo Vic Pascoe has little trouble keeping motivated as he leads one of Queensland’s most successful clubs. “As president I believe it is the athletes, parents and supporters plus their coaches who have made this club to be...

Thanks Ipswich sports community for great support

AS we head into the Christmas break, it’s timely to thank all the dedicated people who make Ipswich sport great. It’s been a delight sharing your sporting successes and challenges in the award-winning Ipswich Tribune newspaper and on our comprehensive online service www.ipswichtribune.com.au

Ipswich’s ‘future stars’ chasing national goals

AN outstanding contingent of Ipswich and District Athletic Club (IDAC) “budding future stars” are preparing for this weekend’s Australian All Schools Championships in Brisbane. The annual competition showcases the talents of promising athletes...

Historic Ipswich sporting successes to cherish

IT was the year Ipswich celebrated sporting success at the Paris Olympics, watched a proud club win a rugby league ‘grand slam’ and created netball history. Ipswich achievers continued to impress in a range of sports on the world stage. Ipswich...

Winning Ipswich school’s ongoing player care

AFTER Ipswich State High School (ISHS) ’s most successful rugby league year, one respected leader is already planning how to best look after his players moving into 2025. Director of Rugby League Josh Bretherton is proud of how his ISHS Academy...

Ipswich Super Schools Cup expands rugby nursery

QUEENSLAND Rugby Union (QRU) regional manager Joel Finnis had every reason to be excited about the future of the Ipswich Super Schools Cup competition. After a successful inaugural series at Woodend last year, the latest program was played over...

Ipswich Grammar club’s premier swimming boost

IPSWICH Grammar Swimming Club competitors have started the new Brisbane Premier Division season in excellent shape, inspired by recent performances and the Paris Olympics. Training through the winter months, 21-swimmers competed in 73 events at the...

Ronnie’s richly deserved reward after ‘amazing job’

IN an auditorium with people recognizing a national feat, one elated spectator said quietly smiling and full of pride. However, NRL Hall of Fame recipient Veronica “Ronnie” White didn’t expect to receive a medallion honouring her outstanding contribution.

‘Exceptional’ Shalom plots exciting future

SHE’S the Ipswich schoolgirls sensation destined to play for the Brisbane Broncos and in more Queensland Reds games in the near future. She also possesses the football qualities required to represent national teams in rugby league and rugby union...

‘Unique gift’ becomes ‘incredible’ for Ipswich school

BEING a Keys to the City recipient for the first time was “unique”. Having a second Ipswich State High School [ISHS] team also receive the elite honour was “incredible”. That’s how proud ISHS Director of Rugby League Josh Bretherton summed...

Ipswich teacher’s amazing sporting lesson

INSPIRATIONAL sporting all-rounder Nikki Cox has a motto that continues driving her to historic feats. The Ipswich State High School (ISHS) teacher, utility player, coach and trainer uses sport to get in the zone and achieve multiple successes...

Dakota on right track for more success

IPSWICH and District Athletic Club competitor Dakota Stewart enjoys steeplechase events because they are “something different”. But it was a recent 1600m victory that gave Stewart a timely boost for future club and school events. Stewart, 16...

School buzzing: Ipswich girls conquer elite national feat

AS Ipswich State High School’s latest national champions celebrated with medals around their necks, the reaction was something to cherish. ISHS Open team coach Alex Nicholson said sharing in the National Schoolgirls Cup rugby league victory was...

Golden Gloves winner Ariki rated Qld Academy prospect

WITH growing boxing skills and a promising record in the ring, Ariki Cliffe is being backed to pursue higher level opportunities. Rebels Boxing Club manager and trainer Robbie Sbeghen is hoping to secure Ariki a place in the Queensland Academy of...