The Queensland Academy of Sport ensures that its athletes, supporters, media and the general public can keep up-to-date with the outstanding achievements of its athletes through the 'Latest News' section of the website. This section is updated daily with results of QAS athletes in the international and national sporting arenas.
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(03-07-09) |
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Sally in good form leading to World Championships |
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QAS athlete and Beijing Silver medalist, Sally McLellan has just completed several races at her home track before heading off for a tour of Europe in the lead up to the World Athletics Championships in Berlin.
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(03-07-09) |
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University Games officially underway |
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While the opening ceremony officially kicked off the 2009 World University Games overnight, some matches have already been played and won.
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(02-07-09) |
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Rob Maitland given flag carrying honour |
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Member of the QAS men's water polo program, Rob Maitland has been honoured with the opportunity to carry the Australian flag at the Opening Ceremony of the World University Games.
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(29-06-09) |
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Moffatt claims consecutive wins |
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Following on from her win in Washington DC last weekend, QAS athlete Emma Moffatt has claimed victory at the Hy-Vee ITU Triathlon Elite Cup in Des Moines, USA.
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(22-06-09) |
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Moffatt takes honours in Washington |
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In an exciting race QAS athlete Emma Moffatt took top honours in Washington,DC completing the next leg in the 2009 ITU World Championship Series.
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(17-06-09) |
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Bronze for Aussie Stingers at World League |
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Following a match that came down to the wire for the Aussie Stingers against top rivals the USA, the women's water polo team claimed their second consecutive bronze medal at the FINA World League Super Finals.
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(16-06-09) |
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Blyth to take the field at Champions Trophy |
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The 2009 Women's Champions Trophy Australian squad has been announced with QAS athlete Madonna Blyth named in a young Hockeyroos side that will compete from July 11-19 in Sydney.
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(16-06-09) |
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Kookaburras end Europe tour on high note |
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The Australian men's hockey team, the Kookaburras, have completed their European tour, finishing on a high note by defeating England in a two test series.
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(16-06-09) |
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Sprenger's confidence grows at Mare Nostrum |
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Continuing with the current tour, athletes moved onto the Mare Nostrum Series in Barcelona, Canet and Monaco. QAS athlete Christian Sprenger had a constant battle with fellow breaststrokers throughout the competition; however Christian managed to streak ahead by the final meet of the series.
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(16-06-09) |
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Meagen Nay leads the way in South West Classic |
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Several QAS athletes have recently traveled to compete in a number of race meets throughout Europe and America. Starting off the week were outstanding performances by QAS athlete Meagen Nay at the South West Classic in Tucson.
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(09-06-09) |
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Kookaburras defeat world number one team |
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Competing in Germany at the Hamburg Master Tournament, the Australian Men's Hockey Team, the Kookaburras, have defeated the host nation to win the tournament.
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(09-06-09) |
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Hockeyroos, victors at Spar Cup |
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The Australian Women's Hockey Team, the Hockeyroos, have come out victorious in their first international tournament since the Beijing Olympic Games.
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(09-06-09) |
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Wallace claims silver in Hungary |
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The Australian Canoe team travelled to Szeged, Hungary to compete in the ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup 3. QAS athletes competing included Ken Wallace, Jacob Clear, Lyndsie Fogarty and Andrea Wood.
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(01-06-09) |
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Atkinson on podium in Madrid |
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QAS athlete Courtney Atkinson competed in the second race of the 2009 Dextro Energy Triathlon ITU World Championship Series in Madrid, Spain over the weekend.
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(26-05-09) |
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Young Matildas too strong for Finland |
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The Westfield Young Matildas have started their European tour in winning fashion defeating the Finland U-19 Women's team in both their friendly matches.
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(26-05-09) |
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Clear claims gold in World Cup 2 |
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QAS athlete Jacob Clear completed his races with mixed results at World Cup 2 in Poznan, Poland. One of three members of the Australian Canoe team that competed Clear was testing his international form ahead of final World Championship selection at World Cup 3.
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(22-05-09) |
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Barracudas claim victory over Tigers |
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The Brisbane Barracudas team have claimed top honours in the women's division of the 2009 National Water Polo League. Defeating the Balmain Tigers 11-9, the Barracudas forced the Tigers into receiving their fourth silver medal in this tournament.
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(11-05-09) |
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Youth team shine at Duel in the Pool |
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The QAS athletes competing as part of the youth team have taken it to their more senior team mates at the Duel in the Pool in Canberra over the weekend.
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(11-05-09) |
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Counting down to World Athletics Championships |
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QAS athletes preparing for the World Athletics Championships which begin in less than 100 days, competed well in the Osaka Grand Prix in Japan over the weekend, the fourth leg in the IAAF World Athletics Tour.
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(05-05-09) |
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Water polo national league finals ahead |
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After a long season of preliminary games, the KFC Queensland Breakers have qualified for the finals series in second place on 62 points, equal with the Victorian Tigers, in the men's competition.
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(05-05-09) |
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Snowsill wins inaugural World Championship series race |
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QAS athletes Emma Snowsill and Emma Mofffat have continued their success on the international triathlon circuit after finishing first and second in the first World Championship race in Tongyeong on the weekend.
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(01-05-09) |
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Junior water polo squads announced |
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Six QAS athletes have been named on the junior men's and junior women's squads to compete in the European Tours and FINA World Championships scheduled for the second half of the year.
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(30-04-09) |
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Young QAS stars look forward to duel |
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After a sensational performance at the recent Australian Age Championships, several QAS athletes have been named on the youth team that will face off against the youth Japan team at the Duel in the Pool in Canberra early next month.
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(30-04-09) |
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Bulls awards dinner recognises talent |
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The 2008/2009 BMD XXXX Gold Bulls Awards dinner was recently held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition centre, honouring the performances of Queensland cricketers from throughout the season.
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(29-04-09) |
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National rowing teams announced |
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Following the completion of the 2009 Rowing Selection Trials at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith, six QAS athletes and Coach Tim Conrad have all been selected as part of the National Rowing teams.
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(27-04-09) |
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Atkinson wins in Japan |
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QAS athlete Courtney Atkinson has continued his dominance of the course in Japan following his fifth win at the Ishigaki ITU Triathlon World Cup in six years.
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(27-04-09) |
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Hockeyroos to take on Nations |
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QAS athletes Teneal Attard and Madonna Blyth will join the rest of the Hockeyroos squad in a 4 Nations Tournament from 2nd June.
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(27-04-09) |
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Riders in Perth for BMX Nationals |
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QAS BMX athletes have travelled to Perth to compete in the 2009 BMX National Championships, being held at the WA State Equestrian Centre in Brigadoon.
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(21-04-09) |
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Spots on 2009 Australian Rowing Team up for grabs |
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Selection trials have begun for the rowers competing for positions on the 2009 Australian Team. QAS athletes have been competing in the initial regatta over the weekend, which is followed by trials for larger boats over the next six days.
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(20-04-09) |
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National hockey teams announced |
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Following the conclusion of the 2009 AHL competition, the squads for both the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras have been announced.
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(20-04-09) |
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Medals continue to flow as Championships close |
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On the final two days of competition at the 2009 Australian Age Championships in Sydney, QAS athletes helped Queensland to its tenth straight win in the inter-state competition.
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(20-04-09) |
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WA upset Blades in AHL final |
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For the second year in a row, the Smokefree WA Thundersticks have upset the OAMPS Queensland Blades in the grand final of the 2009 AHL defeating them 2-1.
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(17-04-09) |
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Kukla and Larkin light up the pool in Sydney |
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Overnight, two young athletes from the QAS swimming program wrote themselves into the record books following their sizzling performances on day four of the Australian Age Championships.
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(16-04-09) |
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Canoe athletes prepare for World Cup events |
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QAS members of the Australian Canoe Sprint team will be tested in the next two weeks as they attend a training Camp on the Gold Coast in the lead up to the first World Cup event in the Czech Republic.
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(15-04-09) |
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Medals a plenty at Age Championships |
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On day two of competition in Sydney, the Queensland medal tally continues to climb as the swimmers take charge in the pool in their respective events.
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(14-04-09) |
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Swimmers perform at Age Championships |
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On day one of the 2009 Australian Age Swimming Championships at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, the swimmers showed their intentions for the week with records being broken and multiple medals won.
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(14-04-09) |
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Davies impressive at Stawell |
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The annual Australia Post Stawell Gift took place yesterday with outstanding results for QAS athlete Matt Davies.
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(06-04-09) |
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KFC Breakers remain on top in NWPL |
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In the hotly contested men's NWPL, the KFC Breakers still remain on top of the ladder with 53 points, 8 ahead of nearest rivals, the Victorian Tigers.
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(06-04-09) |
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Determined Scorchers place second to NSW |
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The Queensland Scorchers took the hard road to the grand final of the 2009 AHL, going in as underdogs; the team relished the challenge set out by NSW Arrows.
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(30-03-09) |
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Barracudas lead men's NWPL |
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After fourteen games in the 2009 National Water Polo League, the KFC Breakers are leading the men's competition with 42 points.
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(30-03-09) |
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Blades on track for eighth finals appearance |
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Following another double win in Round four, the Queensland Blades are on track to make their eighth consecutive appearance in the finals series of the 2009 Australian Hockey League.
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(30-03-09) |
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Atkinson wins Mooloolaba triathlon |
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A change in the course due to bad weather didn't deter QAS athlete Courtney Atkinson as he took out the Elite Men's division of the 2009 Mooloolaba ITU Triathlon World Cup yesterday.
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(23-03-09) |
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Qualifiers for Athletics World Championship team |
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Following the 87th Australian Athletics Championships and Selection Trials held at QSAC over the weekend, five QAS athletes have qualified for the team that will compete in the 2009 IAAF World Championships in Berlin.
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(23-03-09) |
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Eighteen QAS athletes bound for Rome |
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Following the conclusion of the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships in Sydney yesterday, a team of forty-one athletes were announced as members of the World Championship team, eighteen of those QAS scholarship holders.
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(20-03-09) |
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Swimming Championship results: day two and three |
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The second and third days of competition down in Sydney proved to be exceptional for our QAS athletes as they produced more personal best times and achieved qualification for the World Championships in Rome.
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(18-03-09) |
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Swimming championships results: day one |
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From day one at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships at Sydney Olympic Park, the standard of racing has been set with several QAS athletes producing PB's and "A" qualifying times.
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(18-03-09) |
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QAS athletes line up for Championships |
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Beginning on Thursday, the QEII Stadium will host the 87th Australian Athletics Championships. This meet will also double as selection trials for the 2009 World Championships being held in Berlin, Germany in August.
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(18-03-09) |
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Scorchers secure first win of AHL 2009 |
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Following some close matches in previous rounds, the Queensland Scorchers have won both games against the Wrest Point Van Demons in Round 3 of the 2009 AHL.
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(18-03-09) |
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QAS triathlon duo wins in WA |
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QAS athletes Courtney Atkinson and Annabel Luxford have both reconfirmed their status as some of Australia's top triathletes following their win on Sunday in the City of Perth Challenge.
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(18-03-09) |
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Nikki Hudson hangs up her boots |
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Following a stunning senior career spanning three Olympic Games, three Commonwealth Games, sixteen years with the Queensland Scorchers and ten Champions Trophies, Nikki Hudson has decided to call it a day.
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(09-03-09) |
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QLD Blades start AHL season well |
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In round one of the 2009 Australian Hockey League the Queensland Blades took on the WA Thundersticks in a replay of the 2008 final.
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(06-03-09) |
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Kehoe wins two titles at rowing championships |
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As finals get under way at the 2009 Hyrdo Tasmania Rowing Championships Lake Barrington International Rowing Course, QAS athlete Sally Kehoe has already claimed two titles.
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(06-03-09) |
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Sally wins double in Melbourne |
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QAS athlete Sally McLellan's good form continued as the World Athletics Tour made its stop in Melbourne yesterday for the 2009 Grand Prix Meet at Olympic Park.
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(04-03-09) |
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Exciting times for QAS triathletes |
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QAS triathletes have been dominating the podium across junior and senior events recently with Emma Jackson, Ashleigh Gentle, Annabel Luxford, Courtney Atkinson, Daniel Wilson and Joshua Amberger all taking top three placings.
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(04-03-09) |
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Sally shines on Sydney track |
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The Sydney Track Classic held at Sydney Olympic Park proved to be another successful meet for QAS athlete Sally McLellan.
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(24-02-09) |
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Queensland Heat bring home Gilley's Shield |
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In an exciting finish to Softball's 2008/2009 Gilley's Shield, the Queensland Heat has defeated the ACT Diamonds in the grand final played on 21st February at Blacktown Olympic Park.
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(23-02-09) |
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Sally steps up the pace in Brisbane |
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At the Queensland Open and Under 18 Championships held at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre over the weekend, QAS athlete Sally McLellan continued her scorching form on the track in both the 100m sprint and 100m hurdle events.
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(09-02-09) |
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Australia Cup success for QAS athletes |
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The third annual Australia Cup was held at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre over the weekend with outstanding results for the Queensland state team.
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(09-02-09) |
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Liam De Young plays 200th match |
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QAS athlete Liam De Young has played his 200th match for the national men's hockey team, the Kookaburras, against Belgium over the weekend.
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(09-02-09) |
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Medals kept flowing at Track Championships |
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QAS athletes kept up their impressive performance at the 2009 Australian Cycling Track Championships in Adelaide, claiming several more medals in the final days of competition.
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(04-02-09) |
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Hepburn sets new World Record |
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QAS Cyclist Michael Hepburn yesterday exploded onto the track setting a new World Record in the 3 kilometre Under-19 men's individual pursuit at the Australian Track Cycling Championships being held at Adelaide's Superdrome.
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(04-02-09) |
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Competition gets tight: Triathlon |
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The race for points has taken another step up in the 2009 2XU Australian Junior Triathlon Series, with race two seeing QAS athlete Emma Jackson placing second.
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(27-01-09) |
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QAS athletes receive top honours |
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Six QAS athletes were recognised for their efforts at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing yesterday, being included in the Australia Day Honours list.
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(22-01-09) |
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Australian Youth Olympics Festival 2009 |
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The QAS had several athletes competing at the Australian Youth Olympics Festival 2009 as part of the host nation team. This is Australia's fifth festival, with the event going from strength to strength each time it is held.
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(28-11-08) |
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QAS men retain NTC Challenge Cup |
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The QAS Men's Water Polo squad have successfully defended their title as NTC Challenge winners following a convincing campaign in Sydney. The QAS played NSWIS in the final with a decisive win set up by a 5-0 first quarter.
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(28-11-08) |
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Queensland Athlete of the Year: Rice |
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In what has been a sensational year in and out of the pool for QAS athlete Stephanie Rice, she was last night honoured at the 14th annual Queensland Sport Awards at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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(24-11-08) |
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Ken Wallace takes top spot |
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After a sensational debut performance at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, QAS athlete Ken Wallace has been crowned as Australian Canoeing's Athlete of the Year.
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(24-11-08) |
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Meares: Cyclist of the Year |
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QAS athlete Anna Meares has been presented with the prestigious Sir Hubert Opperman medal as the 2008 Australian Cyclist of the Year at a ceremony in Melbourne.
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(24-11-08) |
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QAS athletes nominated for QLD's top award |
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Queensland Sports' night of nights will be hosted by the Sports Federation of Queensland this Thursday night at the 14th Annual Queensland Sport Awards at the Plaza Ballroom, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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(20-11-08) |
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Success at Queensland Cycling awards night |
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QAS athlete Jordan Kerby has had a fantastic season and as a result was honoured for his achievements at the Queensland Cycling Annual Awards night in Brisbane.
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(20-11-08) |
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Swimming World Cup continues |
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So far taking part in all of the World Cup meets, Christian Sprenger again performed well at the Berlin, Germany leg of the series.
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(17-11-08) |
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Golden run continues for Rice |
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QAS athlete Stephanie Rice was honoured for her performances throughout 2008 at the Womensport Queensland Gala Dinner on Friday night.
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(17-11-08) |
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QLD Roar claim top spot |
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After their third win on Saturday against the Central Coast Mariners, the Queensland Roar now sit in first place on the Westfield W-League ladder.
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(10-11-08) |
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QAS athletes in another QLD Roar win |
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In their third round match of the first Westfield W-League season, the QLD Roar have secured their second win, defeating the Newcastle Jets 2-0 in Lismore on Saturday.
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(03-11-08) |
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Snowsill wins fifth Noosa triathlon |
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QAS athlete Emma Snowsill has certainly stamped her name in the history books following her fifth consecutive win in the Noosa Triathlon yesterday on the Sunshine Coast.
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(28-10-08) |
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Rice honoured at Telstra awards night |
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Continuing an unbelievable run of success for QAS athlete Stephanie Rice, she was last night honoured by being awarded the coveted Telstra Swimmer of the Year award at the black tie function of the same name held in Sydney.
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(28-10-08) |
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Sprenger tops pointscore again in Sydney |
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After a successful meet at the World Cup in Brazil, QAS athlete Christian Sprenger has backed up this performance by taking out the breaststroke treble again at the Sydney leg of the FINA/ARENA Swimming World Cup, over the weekend.
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(28-10-08) |
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Dream start to W-League |
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Round 1 of the Westfield W-League kicked off over the weekend with several QAS athletes taking to the field for the Queensland Roar against Adelaide United at QSAC.
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(20-10-08) |
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Caine Eckstein makes history at Gold |
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QAS athlete Caine Eckstein has written himself into the Coolangatta Gold history books by becoming only the second male to win the prestigious event twice.
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(20-10-08) |
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Youth step up at Games in Pune |
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Several QAS athletes were part of the 100-strong Australian team that recently competed in the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games in Pune, India.
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(15-10-08) |
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Sprenger leads the pack |
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QAS athlete Christian Sprenger has burst off the blocks at the FINA/ARENA Swimming World Cup in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
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(14-10-08) |
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Ashley Adams continues good form |
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QAS AWD athlete Ashley Adams has been reaping the rewards of his recent good form following on from the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games.
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(14-10-08) |
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Matildas go undefeated in round matches |
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The Westfield Matildas have won both of their remaining round matches in the ASEAN Football Federation Championships being held in Ho Chi Minh City.
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(07-10-08) |
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Top honours for Grimsey |
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QAS athlete Trent Grimsey went against tradition in the ninth Tiburon Mile at Angel Island on Sunday, but it paid off with the Aussie winning the event in his first attempt.
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(02-10-08) |
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Paralympians receive glowing reception |
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Queensland's Paralympians were given a well deserved welcome home reception on Monday in the Queen Street Mall by an excited Brisbane crowd.
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(02-10-08) |
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QAS clean up at Short Course |
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Several QAS athletes made the trip to Melbourne to participate in the 2008 Telstra Short Course Championships.
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(26-09-08) |
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Ellen makes a splash |
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The National Short Course Championships kicked off in Melbourne this week and there's a new teen swimming sensation on the scene giving Stephanie Rice a run for her money.
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(22-09-08) |
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Olympians coming home parade |
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Brisbane welcomed home its Olympic heroes on Friday with thousands lining the streets for a parade through the CBD.
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(16-09-08) |
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Day 6 - the medal tally keeps growing |
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It's just over halfway of the Beijing Paralympics and overnight the Aussies have claimed more success on the field and out on the track.
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(09-09-08) |
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Day two - Paralympians shine |
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QAS athletes are leading the way at the Beijing Paralympics with more overnight victories in what is proving to be one of our successful meets to date.
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(09-09-08) |
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Day one - Paralympians take centre stage |
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The 2008 Beijing Paralympics have officially opened and as competition gets underway, a host of QAS athletes are putting the final touches on vital preparations.
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(14-08-08) |
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Day Two Brings Gold |
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Swimming
Day two has brought home two gold medals and three bronze for swimming sensations Stephanie Rice, Libby Trickett, Jessicah Schipper and the 4 x 100m men's and women's relay teams.
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(14-08-08) |
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Beijing Olympics - Day One |
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Rowing - Men's Pair
Heat one of the men's pair kicked off Saturday afternoon in what looks set to be a clean cut race for QAS athlete and Brisbane boy, Duncan Free and partner Drew Ginn.
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(12-08-08) |
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Cougars pounce on QAS |
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The QAS travelled to Rockhampton for the last fixture of the QSL season. The teams had to play in very hot conditions on a bumpy pitch and as a result it seemed that the youngsters struggled to find their rhythm.
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(04-08-08) |
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Round 18: QAS smash Logan United |
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The final round of the QSL was played out over the weekend, with the QAS taking on Logan United in the penultimate game of the season.
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(29-07-08) |
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Stingers learn lesson in USA |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo team, the Aussie Stingers, have just come back from a four match pre-Olympic series against the USA.
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(29-07-08) |
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Sally continues to race well |
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Following on from her outstanding performance in Lucerne, Switzerland, QAS athlete Sally McLellan has again produced a brilliant race in London at the Grand Prix Meet in Crystal Palace.
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(29-07-08) |
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Big month of softball for Aussie Spirit |
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July has been a big month for the Aussie Spirit who travelled to Canada for a series of games against home teams and several Olympic rivals, with the month culminating in the Canada Cup.
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(28-07-08) |
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Sunshine Coast out shine QAS |
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For the first hour of this QSL fixture at Stockland Park the game was a good even contest. QAS took the game to the unbeaten Sunny Coasters and controlled possession for large parts of the first half. The youngsters created the best chances with good lead up play between Isaka Cernak, Mitchell Bevan and Tommy Oar.
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(24-07-08) |
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Cameron continues his dream |
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QAS athlete and Beijing bound Paralympian Cameron Carr is in pursuit of gold and realising his Paralympic dream, after securing a spot on the Australian Wheelchair Rugby team to compete at the 2008 Paralympic Games.
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(21-07-08) |
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QAS take the win over Bundaberg Spirit |
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The QAS has claimed a single goal victory over the Bundaberg Spirit at the Clem Jones Field over the weekend, where round 16 of the competition was played out.
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(18-07-08) |
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Flatwater team finetune |
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The Australian Olympic Flatwater team have commenced a two week training camp in Rockhampton, ahead of next month's Opening Ceremony.
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(18-07-08) |
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Sally smashes Australian record |
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QAS athlete and Beijing bound hurdler Sally McLellan has smashed her Australian and Oceania record in Luzern, Switzerland yesterday.
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(15-07-08) |
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Hockeyroos: that makes two |
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The Hockeyroos wrapped up the final round of the 2008 Hockeyroos v Japan Test Series in Japan over the weekend, with two wins and two loses to take them into next months Beijing Olympic Games.
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(15-07-08) |
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Belcher takes the silver |
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QAS athlete and flatwater kayaker Lani Belcher has picked up a silver medal in the Women's Open K1 class at the Marathon World Cup in Crestuma, Portugal over the weekend.
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(14-07-08) |
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Round 15: QAS v Brisbane Strikers |
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Round 15 of the Queensland State League was played out on Saturday night at Perry Park in Brisbane, with the Strikers claiming a close victory over the QAS.
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(14-07-08) |
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Matildas claim win at home |
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Following a recent tour to Tianjin, China where the Matildas faced up against their Chinese rivals over two matches, they came home to play New Zealand who are currently preparing for Beijing.
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(14-07-08) |
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QAS Olympians |
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The QAS has been abuzz over the past few weeks as the final 2008 Beijing Olympic team announcements are made ahead of next month's Opening Ceremony.
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(02-07-08) |
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Kookaburras at height of victory |
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The Kookaburras have claimed their ninth Championships Trophy overnight by defeating Spain 4-1 on the final night of the tournament.
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(02-07-08) |
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Trickett in fine form |
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As the Telstra Grand Prix 2 looms, Australian swimming sensation and QAS athlete Libby Trickett is putting the final touches on her Olympic training in preparation for her appearance on the world sporting stage.
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(02-07-08) |
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Young cyclist wins national place |
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Young QAS athlete and cyclist Zoe Appel's hard work has finally paid off after winning a place on the national side for the Junior World Road Cycling Championships in South Africa.
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(01-07-08) |
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Silver and bronze for Aussie kayakers |
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The kayaking World Cup 3 event in Poznan, Poland has once again unveiled Australia's top kayakers performing in peak condition ahead of the August Beijing Olympic Games.
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(30-06-08) |
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QAS succumb to Redland City |
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Round 13 of the Queensland State League competition was played out over the weekend, with some less than successful results for the QAS.
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(26-06-08) |
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Kookaburras keep it equal with Spain |
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Olympic hockey champions - the Kookaburras have drawn one-all with Spain at the World Hockey Championship Trophy currently being played in the Netherlands.
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(26-06-08) |
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Aussie kayakers walk away 12-medals strong |
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The final day of competition at the World Cup Canoeing and Kayaking Finals has set the movers and shakers apart, with the Australians taking home 12 medals in the final count.
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(24-06-08) |
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Aussie Sharks snap up World League bronze medal |
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A last minute goal has helped the Australian Men's Water Polo team secure the bronze medal on the final night of competition at the FINA World League Super Finals in Genoa, Italy.
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(20-06-08) |
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FINA Finals: Stingers win bronze |
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The Aussie Stingers won a victorious bronze medal when the FINA World League Super Finals came to a close in Tenerife, Spain overnight.
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(20-06-08) |
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Savaging up for Beijing |
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The World Cup III and platform for the Final Olympic Qualification Regatta came to close in Ponzan, Poland yesterday.
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(16-06-08) |
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Australians claim bronze at World Cup 2 |
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The Canoeing World Cup 2 in Duiburg, Germany came to an extraordinary close over the weekend with Australian crews taking home the gold and bronze in their categories.
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(13-06-08) |
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Telstra Dolphins swim up a storm in Spain |
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The Mare Nostrum 2008 Meet was held in Barcelona, Spain over the weekend with the Telstra Dolphins swimming up a storm on the European leg of their tour.
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(13-06-08) |
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Canoeing towards Beijing |
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Australia's top flatwater kayakers will take to the water again, as the second round of the World Cup Canoeing series commences in Duisburg, Germany tomorrow night.
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(11-06-08) |
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Triathlon stars keep up the good work |
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QAS athlete Felicity Abram has had an exciting month on the triathlon stage picking up her second World Cup podium finish with a silver medal at the Richards Bay World Cup and finishing fifth at the 2008 Vancouver BG Triathlon World Championships.
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(10-06-08) |
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QAS pave the way in Rome |
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Currently several QAS athletes are competing overseas in a series of tours throughout Europe. At the Seven Hills Meet in Rome, QAS swimmers have risen to the occasion producing excellent results and times.
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(10-06-08) |
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QAS athletes head to Champions Trophy |
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The Kookaburras Champions Trophy squad has been announced with five QAS athletes named on the team that will travel to the Netherlands later this month.
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(10-06-08) |
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Matildas made to settle for fourth place |
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The Matildas conceded defeat in their third place play-off match against Japan on Sunday night in the 2008 AFC Women's Asian Cup, relegating them to fourth.
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(06-06-08) |
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Stingers Super Final squad announced |
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Following an outstanding performance at the recent FINA World League qualifying rounds in Tianjin, China, the Stingers have progressed to the Super Finals to be held in Spain next month.
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(06-06-08) |
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Rowing World Cup II |
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Recently, the World Cup II event was held in Lucerne, Switzerland with some good results from QAS athletes competing in the event.
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(06-06-08) |
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Matildas play for top three spot |
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The Matildas managed to gain for themselves a semi final berth in the 2008 AFC Women's Asian Cup despite a 3-1 defeat against Japan on Monday night.
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(02-06-08) |
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Matildas open strongly at Asia Cup |
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Following a win against Canada before taking off to Vietnam for the AFC Women's Asian Cup, the Matildas have come out firing in their first two matches against Chinese Taipei and Korea Republic in Ho Chi Minh City.
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(28-05-08) |
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Hockeyroos hold their heads high |
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The Hockeyroos have wrapped up the final leg of their Champions Trophy tournament this weekend, after defeating Japan 3-0 to claim an overall fifth place.
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(27-05-08) |
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Anlezark continues to raise the bar |
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QAS athlete Justin Anlezark has already had an impressive start to the 2008 season following recent 'A' qualifier performances in national and international competition.
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(26-05-08) |
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Matildas defeat Canada |
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Prior to jetting off to Vietnam for the AFC Women's Asian Cup, the Matildas played a match against Canada at the Sydney Football Stadium scoring a 2-1 win.
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(26-05-08) |
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Swimmers continue to shine on tour |
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Following success at the Santa Clara meet last week, some of QAS's rising stars have been at it again on the Telstra Dolphins West Coast Tour. This time, at the Mel Zajak International Swim Meet the QAS athletes again produced consistent performances.
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(26-05-08) |
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BMX hopefuls relying on good performances |
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Leading into the BMX World Championships in Taiyuan, China, Australia's Olympic hopefuls are relying on performing well in this final selection race to gain vital country points.
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(26-05-08) |
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Gymnastics Olympics selection trials |
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The 2008 Gymnastics Australian Championships were recently held at Vodafone Arena, doubling as Olympic Selection Trials for Women's Artistic Gymnastics.
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(23-05-08) |
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Hockeyroos look forward to final round match |
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Following a loss and a draw in their third and fourth round matches, the Hockeyroos are getting set for their clash against the Netherlands tomorrow. The result of this match will determine whether or not they secure a spot in the final day of play on Sunday.
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(19-05-08) |
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Hockeyroos in great start to Champions Trophy |
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In what will be the last opportunity for the Hockeyroos to gain some vital international match time prior to the Beijing Olympics, they have started out well in the 2008 Samsung Hockey Champions Trophy in Germany.
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(19-05-08) |
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QAS take it to leading QSL team |
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QAS came away from their round 8 match without adding any points to their season total; however they did gain a lot of credibility following a very good performance against ladder leaders, Redlands City Devils, on Saturday.
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(13-05-08) |
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Gold at Rowing World Cup |
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The first in a series of Rowing World Cups were recently held in Munich, Germany, concluding on Sunday, with some great results for two of our QAS athletes.
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(13-05-08) |
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QAS dominate triathlon team |
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In a recent announcement of the Australian team that will travel to the 2008 ITU Triathlon World Championships in Vancouver, the QAS has secured eleven positions across the elite, under 23 and junior divisions.
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(12-05-08) |
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QAS secure win from Spirit |
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From the outset the QAS showed their intentions to the Bundaberg Spirit, making several attempts on goal within the first ten minutes of the game.
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(09-05-08) |
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Sam holds high hopes for Beijing |
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Recently honoured MAG Senior Gymnast of the Year and QAS athlete Sam Simpson is busy training and refining his technique ahead of the Australian Championships in Melbourne on 20, May.
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(09-05-08) |
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Rowing into selection |
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QAS athletes and star Brisbane rowers have dominated Australian selections in the lead up to the World Cup Rowing Championships in Germany this weekend.
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(07-05-08) |
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Women's Open Water Success |
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Seville's Open Water Challenge in Spain has unveiled Australia's only female representative to compete in Beijing.
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(06-05-08) |
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Timely boost for paralympian |
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QAS athlete Jonathan Bernard has received a timely boost to his Paralympic dream after receiving a grant from this year's Telstra Developing Athletes Grant Scheme.
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(06-05-08) |
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Soccer sensation with bright future ahead |
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In recognition of his recent fantastic form and potential to excel in the future, QAS athlete Thomas Oar has been given a life changing opportunity by the Queensland Roar.
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(29-04-08) |
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Telstra Grand Prix 1 results |
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The recent Telstra Grand Prix held in Canberra was a success for the several QAS athletes who competed in the three day short course event.
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(29-04-08) |
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QAS tested against Strikers |
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Prior to this round five fixture, the QAS sent six of its leading players for a week of training in Canberra in anticipation of the next intake into the Australian Institute of Sport program.
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(29-04-08) |
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Hockeyroos Champions Trophy squad named |
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The Hockeyroos will be contesting the Samsung Hockey Champions Trophy in Germany from May 17 to 25, competing against Argentina, China, Germany, Japan and the Netherlands. This tournament will be the Hockeyroos last major event prior to the Beijing Olympic Games.
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(23-04-08) |
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Stephan Widmer crowned QAS 'Coach of the Year': Spence |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) Swimming Coach Stephan Widmer has today been recognised for his outstanding achievements with his QAS Swimming squad, and has been named the QAS 2007 'Coach of the Year'.
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(14-04-08) |
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Snowsill takes back world number 1 status |
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QAS athlete and three time world champion, Emma Snowsill has regained the world number one elite women's triathlon position following another win in Ishigaki, Japan yesterday.
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(14-04-08) |
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Australian Age Championships |
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The Australian Age Championships which were held at the Brisbane Aquatic Centre has been a tremendous success for our up and coming QAS athletes.
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(14-04-08) |
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Swimmers perform well in Manchester |
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The QAS athletes who travelled with the Australian team to the 9th FINA World Short Course Championships in Manchester, all performed well with personal best times and a new Commonwealth Record set.
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(08-04-08) |
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QAS settle for draw against Cougars |
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In an exciting match for both spectators and players, the QAS took on the Capricorn Cougars in their home town of Rockhampton in their second round match of the QSL.
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(07-04-08) |
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2008 Under-23 flatwater teams announced |
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QAS athletes Dane Wilkinson, Lani Belcher and Bernadette Wallace have all been selected into the Under-23 2008 Flatwater team that will compete at ICF World Cups and other ICR events.
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(07-04-08) |
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Robinson claims 13th open single ski title |
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QAS athlete Clint Robinson has put in an outstanding performance at the UBD Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships to claim his 13th open single ski title at Scarborough Beach, WA.
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(07-04-08) |
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Moffat triumphs at New Zealand World Cup |
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QAS athlete Emma Moffat has put herself at the forefront of Olympic selection following her convincing win at the BG Triathlon World Cup in Plymouth, New Zealand.
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(04-04-08) |
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Olympic kayakers take to the ocean |
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In just weeks since they were nominated to the Australian Olympic Council for selection into the Beijing Olympic Team, several QAS athletes have taken to the water in the 2008 Australian Surf Life Saving Championship leg at Scarborough Beach.
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(31-03-08) |
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Libby becomes fastest woman in the pool |
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QAS athlete Libby Trickett can now claim the title of fast woman in the pool over 100m and now the 50m freestyle following her sensational world record swim on Saturday night at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships.
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(31-03-08) |
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QLD cricket star's recognised |
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QAS athletes' Jo-Ann Verrall and Nathan Reardon were honoured on Saturday at the annual Queensland Bulls awards night held here in Brisbane.
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(31-03-08) |
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Snowsill takes out World Cup event |
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QAS athlete Emma Snowsill yesterday took out the 2008 BG Triathlon World Cup event held at Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast.
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(31-03-08) |
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Queensland swimming champions bound for Beijing |
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Premier Anna Bligh and Sport Minister Judy Spence today congratulated the host of Queensland swimmers nominated for selection into the 2008 Australian Olympic team heading to Beijing in August.
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(28-03-08) |
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Libby makes her mark official |
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You wouldn't have known that Libby Trickett was suffering from a slight illness earlier in the week following her blistering swim in the Women's 100m freestyle finals last night at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships in Sydney.
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(28-03-08) |
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Canoe/Kayak Olympic nominees announced |
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Following the conclusion of the second Olympic nomination trials, the nominations for the Canoe/Kayak team which will be submitted to the Australian Olympic Council for selection, have been announced.
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(26-03-08) |
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Records continue to tumble in Sydney |
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Overnight QAS athlete Stephanie Rice claimed her second World Record at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships in Sydney. This time, Stephanie managed to break an 11 year old record by 0.80 seconds in the 200m individual medley.
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(25-03-08) |
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QAS excel at swimming Olympic trials |
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It has been an exciting first few days at the 2008 Telstra Australian Swimming Championships at the Sydney Aquatic Centre, with records tumbling in several finals.
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(25-03-08) |
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Matildas match up against USA |
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The Matildas have two upcoming matches against reigning Olympic Champions, USA, scheduled to commence in April. These will be the Matildas first international matches away from home since their appearance at the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2007.
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(18-03-08) |
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Canoe Kayak Oceania Championships |
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QAS athletes produced outstanding performances over the weekend at the Canoe Kayak Oceania Championships which doubled as an Olympic qualification event at the Sydney International Regatta Centre.
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(12-03-08) |
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Kookaburras pre Olympic squad announced |
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The national men's hockey team, the Kookaburras have announced their pre Olympic squad in the lead to up the final selection in the next few months.
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(12-03-08) |
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2008 Rowing Championships |
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Bringing home 15 gold medals from the Championships, the QAS put in an extremely good performance in the lead up to the final selection regattas for the Beijing Olympic Team.
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(12-03-08) |
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QLD Blades defeated in AHL final |
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The OAMPS Queensland Blades were on track to make history by winning their third consecutive AHL Championship, but were surprisingly defeated 4 -2 in the final by the 2007 runner-up, the Smokefree WA Thundersticks.
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(12-03-08) |
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Moffat sets her sights on Mooloolaba |
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QAS athlete Emma Moffat has her sights set firmly on performing well at the upcoming BG Triathlon World Cup event at Mooloolaba on March 30, following her third consecutive win at the recent Oceania Triathlon Championships in Wellington.
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(12-03-08) |
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Success at BMX UCI round |
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QAS athletes and Olympic hopefuls, Jared Graves and Krystal Cranfield have certainly improved their chances of gaining positions on the team that will travel to Beijing following their performances at the recent BMX UCI rounds held in Penrith.
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(10-03-08) |
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QAS excel at National Athletics Championships |
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Over the three day competition held here at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre, QAS athletes claimed ten national titles in the 86th Australian Athletics Championships and Olympic selection trials.
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(10-03-08) |
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Matildas win series against New Zealand |
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The Australian women's football team, the Matildas have won a three match series against New Zealand, being played at Stockland Park on the Sunshine Coast.
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(10-03-08) |
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Moffat on track for Beijing selection |
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QAS athlete Emma Moffat has put herself in fantastic position to be in the line for one of the three spots left of the Australian Triathlon team that will be selected to go to the Beijing Olympics in August.
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(10-03-08) |
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James Linger given great opportunity |
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QAS baseball scholarship holder, James Linger has been given a fantastic opportunity to play for the National Men's Baseball team in a test series against Canada.
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(29-02-08) |
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QLD Heat win National League |
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At the recent finals series of the Softball Women's National League, the Queensland Heat took on the New South Wales Firestars and thanks to a strong sixth inning the Heat came out victors.
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(26-02-08) |
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Australian Athletics Championships |
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The Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre will this weekend be playing host to the Australian Athletics Championships, which will also be doubling as selection trials for the Beijing Olympics and Paralympics.
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(26-02-08) |
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Aussie Sharks international tour |
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The Australian Men's Water Polo team, the Aussie Sharks, are currently on tour competing in the four nation "Volvo Cup" International Tournament played in Hungary.
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(25-02-08) |
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Hockeyroos win series in clean sweep |
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The Hockeyroos have wrapped up in the five test series against Great Britain with two more wins over the weekend, to secure the series win without conceding a match.
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(25-02-08) |
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Sprenger breaks Australian record |
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QAS athlete Christian Sprenger has had an outstanding meet at the Brisbane Metropolitan Championships held at Chandler over the weekend.
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(22-02-08) |
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Hockeyroos continue to impress |
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In their third match of a five match series against Great Britain, the Hockeyroos have continued their good form with another win last here in Brisbane at the State Hockey Centre.
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(21-02-08) |
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Double hat-trick stuns ATSI XI |
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At the Allen Border Field on Monday, the QAS cricket squad took on the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) XI in their annual one-day clash.
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(21-02-08) |
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Water Polo National League results |
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In the last week, several Water Polo National League matches in both the men's and women's divisions have been played at both The Valley Pool and at Musgrave Park Pool.
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(18-02-08) |
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UCI Oceania BMX Series results |
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QAS athletes have put in an outstanding performance at both the seventh and eighth rounds of the UCI Oceania BMX Series held at the North Harbour track in Auckland.
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(18-02-08) |
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Results from beach volleyball national tour |
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QAS athlete and Olympic gold medallist Natalie Cook and her partner Tamsin Barnett put on a fantastic show of form over the weekend in Round Three of the Crocs Tour Australia held at Surfers Paradise.
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(18-02-08) |
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Sydney Athletics Grand Prix results |
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At the Sydney Athletics Grand Prix held at Sydney Olympic Park over the weekend, QAS athlete Alana Boyd was successful in posting a pole vault B-qualifier for Beijing.
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(08-02-08) |
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Grimsey claims back to back gold |
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QAS athlete Trent Grimsey has shown brilliant form at the Oceania Open Water Swimming Championships being held in New Zealand's Lake Okataina and Lake Rotoma.
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(06-02-08) |
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Meares and Rosemond light up the track |
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QAS athletes Kerrie Meares and Emily Rosemond struck gold overnight in the women's team sprint event at the Australian Track Cycling Championships being held at the Dunc Gray Velodrome in Sydney.
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(04-02-08) |
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QAS lead Junior Triathlon Series |
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QAS athletes Joshua Amberger and Ashleigh Gentle are currently leading the point score table in the 2XU Australian Junior Triathlon Series.
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(04-02-08) |
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Good result for young football girls |
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The Australian Under-17 Women's football team claimed third place in the "Future Stars" tournament recently as a result of a tight yet victorious match against New Zealand.
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(04-02-08) |
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Australian Athletics Cup results |
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The 2008 Australian Athletics Cup was held here at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) over the weekend, with several QAS athletes taking to the track and field.
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(04-02-08) |
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Atkinson crowned triathlon champion |
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QAS athlete Courtney Atkinson was announced as the 2008 Male Australian Triathlon Champion following his win in Perth over the weekend.
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(22-01-08) |
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Stingers dominant against current World Champions |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo Team, the Aussie Stingers recently competed in a five game test series against the current World and World League Champions, the United States of America.
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(22-01-08) |
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QAS dominate at BMX event |
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Several QAS athlete's graced the podium at the recent BMX UCI Oceania Ranking Round held at Nerang on the Gold Coast.
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(19-12-07) |
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Second win gives Stingers Olympic berth |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo team, the Aussie Stingers came out firing on Monday night against New Zealand at the Valley Pool here in Brisbane, winning their first of a three match series 17-1.
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(19-12-07) |
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Queensland Championship results; day 3 and 4 |
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Over the last two days the Brisbane Aquatic Centre has seen some fantastic races between Queensland's senior athletes as they look ahead to the Beijing Olympic qualifiers in March 2008.
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(17-12-07) |
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Day 2 results from Queensland Championships |
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The 2007 Zoggs Queensland Championships began on Saturday with each heat being hotly contested. Yesterday, some finals were raced and won with several QAS athletes taking out first place in their pet events.
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(17-12-07) |
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Stingers rally for Olympic berth |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo team, the Aussie Stingers are this afternoon preparing for their first of three matches against New Zealand in an Olympic qualification series being played in Brisbane at The Valley Pool.
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(12-12-07) |
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Rower of the Year Awards |
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Rounding out a successful year, QAS athlete Duncan Free was recently announced as a member of Male Crew of the Year at the 2007 Rower of the Year Awards.
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(12-12-07) |
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Bernard Tomic blitzes Orange Bowl |
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QAS athlete Bernard Tomic recently won his third consecutive international Orange Bowl title after defeating Brazilian Jose Pereira in Florida. Claiming victory in straight sets, 6-2 7-5, Tomic is believed to be the first player to win three consecutive titles at this tournament.
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(10-12-07) |
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Kookaburras settle for silver at Champions Trophy |
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Following some intense round matches, the Kookaburras rounded out their week with a 3-3 draw against the Netherlands in their final match before the weekend finals. This draw and subsequent results from remaining round matches found the Kookaburras being matched up with the previously undefeated Germany in the semi-final.
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(06-12-07) |
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Kookaburras hit and miss at Samsung Champions Trophy |
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In the first five matches at the 2007 Samsung Champions Trophy, currently being played in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Kookaburras have faced some unexpected challenges on their way to the final two days of play.
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(03-12-07) |
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Aussie Sharks gain Olympic berth |
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The Australian men's water team, the Aussie Sharks, have successfully gained a position in the 12-team international competition that will take place at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, following their white wash of New Zealand over the weekend.
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(03-12-07) |
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President's XI win in extra time |
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The President's XI football team, made up of QAS athletes and members of the Queensland Roar squad, played an exciting semi final match that came down to the wire on Saturday night, here at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre.
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(03-12-07) |
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Gorman, looking ahead to Beijing |
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QAS open water swimmer Melissa Gorman has gone from strength to strength after rectifying a breathing problem which saw her using only 50 percent of her lung capacity. Now being able to take full breaths of air, Gorman has shot up the ladder as a major contender for an Olympic berth at Beijing next year.
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(19-11-07) |
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Young triathletes perform well at tri series |
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QAS athletes Emma Jackson and Ashleigh Gentle displayed their growing talent following their victories at the Gatorade Queensland Tri Series, held at Robina on the weekend.
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(19-11-07) |
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Rising star of butterfly continues to shine |
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QAS athlete Andrew Lauterstein has been creating a name for himself in the world of butterfly swimming since making the switch from backstroke half way through 2006.
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(14-11-07) |
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Libby; Queensland Sportswoman of the Year |
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Completing a fantastic fortnight for the bubbly swimmer, QAS athlete Libby Lenton was crowned Queensland Sportswoman of the Year on Friday at the annual awards night in Brisbane.
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(08-11-07) |
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Lenton crowned Swimmer of the Year |
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Capping off what has been a tremendous year in and out of the pool for Queensland's swimming golden girl; Libby Lenton was named the Telstra Swimmer of the Year at the recent awards ceremony held in Sydney's Olympic Park.
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(08-11-07) |
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QAS athletes to strong at 25th Noosa Triathlon |
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In searing heat, it was a battle to the finish line for Queensland Academy of Sport's (QAS) triathlon power couple Craig Walton and Emma Snowsill, who took out top honours at the 25th Noosa Triathlon on Sunday.
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(06-11-07) |
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Olympic hopefuls perform at swimming World Cup |
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The 2007 FINA/ARENA Swimming World Cup recently held at Sydney Olympic Park was the perfect platform for some of QAS rising stars to show their wares to national and international competitors.
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(31-10-07) |
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Strong performance by BMX elite |
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At the recent UCI BMX round in New Zealand, members of the QAS BMX squad performed well with several podium finishes throughout the competition.
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(31-10-07) |
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QAS athlete rewarded for softball excellence |
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QAS athlete Sandra Allen has had an outstanding season on the diamond representing on the national and international stage for Queensland and Australia. Sandra's performance was recognised at the recent Softball Australia Awards of Excellence Dinner where she was awarded the Female Athlete of The Year.
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(30-10-07) |
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QAS athletes in World Cup form |
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This weekend over two hundred athletes from all around the world will converge at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre for the third leg of the FINA/ARENA World Cup.
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(30-10-07) |
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Cricket stars produce winning runs |
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In a recent match featuring Valley and South Brisbane at the Norman Gray Oval, QAS athletes Lee Carseldine and Murray Bragg combined outstanding totals to help Valley claim the win.
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(30-10-07) |
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Netball talent recognised |
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QAS athlete Jacinta Messer recently competed with her fellow Queensland team mates in the Under-21 National Netball Championships held at the State Netball Centre here in Brisbane.
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(19-10-07) |
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Victory at the Gary Player Classic |
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QAS athlete and current Queensland Amateur Champion, Marika Batibasaga has claimed victory in the 18-20 years division of the Gary Player Classic held at the Pacific Golf Club.
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(19-10-07) |
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Japan Cup team announced |
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Following the recent China Cup, the Australian Open Women's Softball team, Aussie Spirit will now be preparing for the Japan Cup from 16-18 November.
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(19-10-07) |
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Aussie Spirit claims bronze medal |
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The Australian Open Women's Softball team, Aussie Spirit, recently travelled overseas to compete in the annual China Cup.
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(15-10-07) |
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Raison outclasses Paralympic Champion |
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QAS Individual Scholarship holder Paul Raison has performed exceptionally well at the recent Ergon Energy ANQ Championships in Townsville.
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(15-10-07) |
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Baseball tour shows Australian talent |
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Wrapping up at the end of last week, the 2007 Australian Schools Tour has been a successful trip for the athletes following 14 matches against top American school squads. With the last match played against West Coast Baseball Academy at Macleod Stadium, Langley, the Australian team have proven their talent.
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(11-10-07) |
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QAS athletes in line for Champions Trophy |
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The hockey team that will compete at the 2007 Samsung Men's Champions Trophy in Kuala Lampur, Malaysia from November 29 to December 9, has been announced.
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(09-10-07) |
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QAS tennis stars shine on world stage |
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Following a year of outstanding results for QAS tennis athletes, Isabella Holland, Bernard Tomic and Alex Sanders have again performed at a high level claiming an exceptional victory in the Optus Australian Junior Davis Cup and Fed Cup.
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(04-10-07) |
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QAS Under-19's claim series Trophy |
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The QAS Under-19's Rugby Union Team have taken out this years Trans Tasman Series following a count-back after they tied on eleven competition points with Canterbury.
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(04-10-07) |
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Young Matildas hunting for Under-20 World Cup berth |
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In two recent warm up matches against China, the Young Matildas lost 1-0 in the first, but managed to draw the second match 0-0. QAS athletes Casey Dumont, Clare Polkinghorne, Elise Kellond-Knight and Tameka Butt were all members of the squad who played against China.
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(04-10-07) |
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QAS athletes in early nomination list for Olympic spots |
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Released on Monday, Triathlon Australia announced the initial three athletes identified by the Elite Selection Committee who will now have the right to nominate for a position on the 2008 Australian Olympic team.
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(03-10-07) |
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Queenslander's in Trans Tasman clash |
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The National Junior Girls Team will go head to head against the New Zealand Junior Team in the Jenny Kirk Trans Tasman Beach Volleyball competition.
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(27-09-07) |
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Triathlon performances confirm Olympic hopes |
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QAS athletes Courtney Atkinson and Emma Snowsill are on track to secure positions on the Australian Olympic team after producing another podium result at the recent Olympic test event in Beijing.
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(27-09-07) |
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First class showing for cricket stars |
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The QAS under-19's squad walked away pleased with their draw against the Wide Bay under-23 team, after winning one game each in the two game clash over the weekend.
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(26-09-07) |
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Inside world junior tennis top 20 |
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QAS athlete Bernard Tomic has secured a spot in the world top 20 junior rankings following a victory at the ITF Grade 1 Kentucky International Junior Tennis Derby.
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(26-09-07) |
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BMX High Performance squad announced |
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The Cycling Australia BMX High Performance squad has recently been announced. QAS athletes Jared Graves from Toowoomba, Jamie Gray from Beenleigh and Kamakazi from Jimboomba, have all been named on the Elite Men's squad.
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(26-09-07) |
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QAS cyclists take to the road |
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Beginning today, QAS athletes Ben Day and Sara Carrigan will take part in the 2007 UCI Road World Championships held in Stuttgart, Germany.
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(20-09-07) |
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Hockey players secure a spot for Beijing |
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At the recent Oceania Cup played in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast, both the Hockeyroos and the Kookaburras successfully qualified for the Beijing 2008 Olympics.
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(20-09-07) |
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Softball squads announced |
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On completion of the Women's State Softball Championships the Open and Under 23 Women's State squads were announced. QAS Athletes made up the majority of each of the teams with selected members named on both the Open and Under 23 squads.
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(18-09-07) |
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Success at World Rowing Championships |
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At the recent World Rowing Championships held in Munich, Germany several QAS Athletes excelled in their respective qualifiers and finals.
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(18-09-07) |
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Great results in Triathlon continue |
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The 2007 Hamburg BG Triathlon World Championships were recently held in Germany with great results from our Junior and Elite athletes, these outstanding performances continued at the Beijing BG Triathlon World Cup.
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(11-09-07) |
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Sam Simpson; Australia's wild card |
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QAS Athlete Sam Simpson has recently been announced as the sole competitor for the male Australian Gymnastics team at next year's Olympic Games in Beijing.
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(10-09-07) |
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Refreshed Sally sprints to podium finish |
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After a pleasing meet at the recent IAAF World Athletics Championships, QAS athlete Sally McLellan has continued her impressive form at the IAAF World Athletics meet in Reiti, Italy.
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(10-09-07) |
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Gymnasts perform well at World Championships |
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At the recent World Championships held in Stuttgart, the Australian Women's Gymnastics team have successfully qualified for the 2008 Olympic Games after placing 12th.
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(10-09-07) |
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QAS women's football athletes honoured |
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Prior to the Matildas departure to China for the 2007 FIFA Women's World Cup, a ceremony was held to honour those team member's who have represented Australia in international matches.
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(07-09-07) |
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Canoe/Kayak Flatwater Open |
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QAS athletes Clint Robinson and Lyndsie Fogarty recently travelled to China to compete in the "Good Luck Beijing" 2007 Canoe/Kayak Flatwater Open.
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(07-09-07) |
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Telstra Australian Short Course |
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The recent Telstra Australian Short Course championships held at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre proved to be a great opportunity for several QAS athletes to make their mark in the pool.
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(07-09-07) |
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Emma Snowsill claims silver |
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QAS athlete Emma Snowsill recently showed her true courage and determination to take out silver in the ITU World Triathlon Championships held in Hamburg.
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(29-08-07) |
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No need for Good Luck in Beijing |
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The Hockeyroos and Kookaburras recently travelled to compete in the Good Luck Beijing Tournament, which plays a crucial role in the lead up to the Olympics in 2008 for both teams.
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(29-08-07) |
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Sally takes it all in her stride |
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QAS athlete Sally McLellan is currently competing at the 2007 IAAF World Athletics Championships in Osaka and in the semi final of the 100m sprint, she placed eighth giving her a ranking amongst the top 16 in the world.
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(29-08-07) |
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Swim stars switch to short course |
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Members of the QAS swimming squad have recently churned up the pool in Chiba, at the Japan International Swim Meet, where longstanding records were broken and personal best times were clocked.
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(29-08-07) |
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Sizzling pace sets the tone for Cate |
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QAS athlete Cate Campbell surprised herself and amazed her opponents when she clocked a sizzling 24.48 seconds in the 50m freestyle race at the Chiba, Japan International Swim meet.
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(24-08-07) |
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Athletics team captains announced |
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QAS athlete Bronwyn Thompson has been named as one of the captains of the Australian Athletics team that is currently in Osaka, Japan waiting to take to the track and field for the 11th IAAF World Championships.
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(24-08-07) |
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Barratt and Rice write themselves into the record books |
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QAS athletes and Australian team members currently competing in the Japan International Swim Meet, Bronte Barratt and Stephanie Rice have achieved what many iconic Australian swimmers have only ever dreamt about.
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(24-08-07) |
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QAS leads the way at Japan International Swim Meet |
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The Australian swim team is currently competing in a new addition to the annual swimming calendar, the Japan International Swim Meet in Chiba. The meet, covering four days, has entrants from 40 different countries, including the twenty-nine strong Australian team.
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(24-08-07) |
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Matildas too strong for World Cup hosts |
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The Matildas have shown the world number eleven ranked team China, that they are a force to be reckoned with after they convincingly won their two matches in a series at Tianjin's Olympic Centre Stadium.
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(24-08-07) |
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International cycling success for home-grown talent |
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QAS athlete Jared Graves has claimed his first podium position, in his first ever attempt at the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup Series. The event, held in Laoshan Beijing, was the second round of the series and a test event in light of BMX's debut at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
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(16-08-07) |
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QAS stars take on the world in Osaka |
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The IAAF World Championships in Osaka are less than ten days away and two more QAS athletes have been named on the Australian team that will travel to Japan.
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(07-08-07) |
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Matildas World Cup Squad announced |
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The Matildas World Cup Squad was announced yesterday with three inclusions from the QAS. Experienced midfielder Alicia Ferguson, defender Kate McShea and new recruit Clare Polkinghorne were all named on the Matildas side that will compete in the 2007 World Cup in China next month.
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(07-08-07) |
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Matildas confident against Hong Kong |
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On Sunday, a youth Matildas side took to the field against Hong Kong and won convincingly. This match was the fifth Olympic Qualifying match in a series of six, with the last game being played on home soil at Coffs Harbour this Sunday against Chinese-Taipei.
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(30-07-07) |
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Gymnasts named on World Championship team |
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QAS athletes Sam Simpson, Thomas Pichler and Mathew Curtis were all named on the Australian Men's World Championship Team that will travel to Stuttgart in Germany during September.
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(30-07-07) |
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Junior Women's Water Polo team reigns supreme |
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Emulating the success of the senior teams, the Australian Junior Women's Water Polo Team have claimed the number one position and victory over China at the Junior Women's Water Polo FINA World Championships in Porto, Portugal.
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(30-07-07) |
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Footballers do QAS proud |
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The QAS men's football squad performed exceptionally well at the recent National Training Centre (NTC) Challenge at the AIS, Canberra, placing second behind ACTAS.
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(27-07-07) |
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Gymnasts vie for World Championship positions |
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QAS athletes Sam Simpson, Thomas Pichler and Mathew Curtis will this weekend compete against seven other renowned Australian gymnasts in order to claim a coveted place on the Australian Men's World Championship Team.
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(23-07-07) |
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Results from Canberra Telstra Grand Prix |
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Over the weekend QAS swimming stars shone in the AIS pool in Canberra, showcasing their sheer determination to improve by clocking personal best times continuously throughout the event.
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(20-07-07) |
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Good Luck in Beijing for Hockeyroos and Kookaburras |
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After a recent test against Japan in Melbourne for the Hockeyroos and a European Tour for the Kookaburra's, both teams will be heading to the home of the 2008 Olympics for the Good Luck Beijing Tournament.
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(20-07-07) |
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Swimmers prepare for Telstra Grand Prix |
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The Canberra Telstra Grand Prix series kicks off tomorrow at the AIS pool and will continue through until Sunday. This meet will bolster the training efforts of several QAS athletes as they continue to prepare for upcoming international meets.
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(19-07-07) |
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Athletics World Championship team announced |
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The 11th IAAF World Championships are set to begin on August 25 in Osaka, Japan. The Telstra Australian Athletics Squad that will travel to Osaka has been announced and several QAS athletes have been selected to represent.
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(12-07-07) |
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Young divers succeed at Championships |
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The 2007 Elite Junior Diving Championships were recently held at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre and several QAS athletes performed well achieving great results.
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(10-07-07) |
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Aussie Sharks join Stingers at Super Finals |
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Recently the Australian Men's Water Polo Team, the Aussie Sharks competed in Shanghai, China at the preliminary finals of the World Water Polo League. Following the women's lead, the Aussie Sharks also claimed six consecutive wins to advance to the Men's Super Final which will take place in Berlin, Germany in August.
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(10-07-07) |
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Awesome results at gymnastics National Championships |
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The men's and women's Artistic Gymnastics National Championships were recently held at The Sleeman Centre, Chandler here in Brisbane. QAS athletes who competed performed well with great results across several disciplines.
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(04-07-07) |
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Up and coming swimmers deliver on US tour |
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A young squad of talented swimmers are on the other side of the world, competing in a series of invitational meets. Several QAS athletes have made the trip to the United States and they have made a huge impression on the world stage.
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(04-07-07) |
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Bronze for Aussie Pride |
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The Australian Under 19 Women's team, Aussie Pride have claimed the bronze medal in the VIII ISF Junior Women's World Championships after playing Japan for third place.
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(29-06-07) |
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Figlioli steps up in Euro League final |
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QAS athlete Pietro Figlioli has recently been involved in the European Water Polo Club final, played in Milan. Pietro was playing for the professional club Pro Recco (Italy) when he scored a goal in the final against Jug Dubrovnik (Croatia).
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(29-06-07) |
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Aussie Pride rises to the challenge |
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The Australian Under 19 Women's softball team, Aussie Pride, are currently taking part in the VIII ISF Junior Women's World Championship in Enschede, Netherlands. Out of the six round robin games, Aussie Pride won five of those six games, only conceding defeat once to the USA.
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(20-06-07) |
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Water Polo Super Finals team announced |
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The upcoming FINA World League Super Finals is to be played in Montreal, Canada next month and the representative Aussie Stingers team has been announced.
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(18-06-07) |
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Snowsill: pre- race favourite at Triathlon World Cup |
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QAS athlete Emma Snowsill has gone into this race at the Triathlon World Cup, in Des Moine, USA, as favourite to win. The 2006 ITU World Champion will compete for the largest prize in triathlon history, with first place taking home a $700,000(USD) prize purse.
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(18-06-07) |
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Swimmers finish tour of Europe in style |
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The final night of the Mare Nostrum series, which took the touring QAS athletes to Canet, Rome, Barcelona and Monaco, wrapped up with a fantastic performance by all involved.
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(15-06-07) |
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Night two in Barcelona: medal tally rises |
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The second night of competition at the Mare Nostrum meet in Barcelona proved to be just as successful as the first for QAS athletes. With the usual suspects winning medals in their pet events, while the younger competitors continue to make a name for themselves by posting outstanding times and results.
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(15-06-07) |
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Opening night glory at Mare Nostrum: Barcelona |
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QAS Athletes are consistently producing outstanding results in the pool at the Mare Nostrum series which has moved on from Canet, to the next meet in Barcelona. After already appearing on the winners podium at the previous event Bronte Barratt, Andrew Lauterstein, Stephanie Rice, Jade Edmistone and Leith Brodie are continuing their reign by clocking fast times on the first night of competition in Barcelona.
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(12-06-07) |
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Swimming success in Europe |
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Several QAS athletes are currently competing in a series of competitive swim meets throughout Europe. Some are attending the International Seven Hills Trophy in Rome, while the others are at the Mare Nostrum Series held in Canet, France, before coming together for competitions in Barcelona and Monaco.
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(05-06-07) |
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Cook and Barnett take gold from China at Seoul |
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After debuting in the main draw in this leg of the SWATCH-FIVB World Beach Volleyball tour held in Seoul, Korea, Natalie Cook (AIS/QAS) and Tamsin Barnett (AIS/WIC) overcame top seeded teams to bring home gold.
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(28-05-07) |
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QAS gymnasts thrive at championships |
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The 2007 Australian Gymnastics Championships, hosted at Vodafone Arena from Thursday 24 to Saturday 26 May, brought out the best in QAS athletes, Mathew Curtis, Samuel Simpson, Thomas Pichler, Amber Fulljames and Chloe Sims.
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(21-05-07) |
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QAS Swimmers dominate at Telstra Grand Prix |
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Held over the weekend at Chandler Aquatic Centre, the 2007 Telstra Grand Prix, proved to be an outstanding meet for QAS athletes who are in preparation for the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
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(16-05-07) |
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2007 BMX World Championship team announced |
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The Queensland Academy of Sport has had three athletes selected to represent Australia at the 2007 BMX World Championships to be competed in Victoria, Canada.
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(16-05-07) |
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Stephan Widmer awarded top recognition |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimming Coach Stephen Widmer has been announced as the Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association Coach of The Year. (ASCTA)
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(15-05-07) |
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Queensland Cricketing Talent Unearthed |
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The Minister for Sport Andrew Fraser today announced the inclusion of 21 young cricket stars into the Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) Regional Training Program squad for 2007/2008.
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(15-05-07) |
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McLellan claims third |
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After recording her fastest time for 100m hurdles at the World Athletics Tour in Osaka, Queensland Academy of Sport athlete, Sally McLellan, clocked her second fastest time at he IAAF World Tour meeting in Doha, Qatar.
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(08-05-07) |
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Tomic qualifies for world final |
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Queensland Academy of Sport tennis player, Bernard Tomic is a member of the Australian team that has qualified for the world final of the Junior Davis Cup.
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(08-05-07) |
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Beaufils finishes second |
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Queensland Academy of Sport golfer, Raymond Beaufils maintained a podium finish at the recent Queensland Medal.
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(08-05-07) |
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Josefski cycles to three wins |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional cyclist, Hayden Josefski has been on a winning role after taking out three consecutive elite tour titles.
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(06-05-07) |
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King to lead Queensland Academy of Sport: Fraser |
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The future of Queensland sport is in safe hands following the appointment of former Queensland Bulls and West Indies cricket coach Bennett King as the new Executive Director of the Queensland Academy of Sport.
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(02-05-07) |
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Five players on Aussie Stingers team |
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Five Queensland Academy of Sport water polo players have been selected for the Aussie Stingers team to compete at the World Water Polo League.
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(27-04-07) |
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AIS Scholarships |
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Seventeen Queensland Academy of Sport athletes have received Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) scholarships in recent times.
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(27-04-07) |
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Ashley Adams wins the 50m prone shooting event |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) shooter, Ashley Adams recorded outstanding results at this year's Target Rifle Australia and International Shooting Committee for the Disabled Nationals which were conducted at Brisbane Jim Smith Range, Belmont.
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(19-04-07) |
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Atkinson wins Ishigaki World Cup |
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Queensland Academy of Sport triathlete, Courtney Atkinson won the recent Ishigaki BG Triathlon World Cup in a time of 1 hour 53 minutes and 27 seconds.
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(19-04-07) |
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Strong rowing selection performances |
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Queensland Academy of Sport rowers recorded strong performances at the recent Australian Selection Trials for the 2007 World Championships.
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(19-04-07) |
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Australian hockey squads/teams announced |
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The announcement of the national senior and development squads along with the Hockeyroos team for an upcoming New Zealand tour and the men's Azlan Shah team has seen a number of Queensland Academy of Sport players earn selection on team/squads.
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(19-04-07) |
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Golfers named in State team |
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Queensland Academy of Sport golfers, Bree Arthur and Sheree Hasson have been named in the Queensland State team.
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(19-04-07) |
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Ryan awarded Amy Gillett scholarship |
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Former Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) Talent Search cyclist and now a member of the QAS primary cycling program, Carla Ryan has been named this year's recipient of the Amy Gillett Scholarship.
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(10-04-07) |
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Meares breaks world record |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport cyclist, Anna Meares broke a world record at the World Track Cycling Championships.
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(10-04-07) |
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Blades come out on top again |
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The Queensland Blades have won the Australian Men's Hockey League after defeating the MIA Tassie Tigers 1-0.
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(10-04-07) |
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Help us improve our website |
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We are improving our websites to meet your needs better. As part of this process we will be asking people who use our websites for feedback regarding where we need to improve. We will be holding feedback sessions in March and April.
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(30-03-07) |
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Aussie women through to finals |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo team are through to the finals of the 12th FINA World Water Polo Championships.
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(30-03-07) |
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Schipper wins gold |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmer, Jessicah Schipper won gold on the fifth day of competition at the 12th FINA World Swimming Championships.
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(28-03-07) |
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Aussie women through to semi finals |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo team have won their way through to the semi finals of the 12th FINA World Water Polo Championships.
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(20-03-07) |
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Wu dives to silver |
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Former Queensland Academy of Sport and now Australian Institute of Sport diver, Melissa Wu, has won Australia's second medal at the 12th FINA World Championships.
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(16-03-07) |
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Egyed picks up bronze at World Cup |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport cyclist, Nikki Egyed finished with a bronze medal at the 2007 UCI Women's Road World Cup in Geelong.
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(16-03-07) |
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Luxford and Atkinson finish with silver |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport triathletes, Annabel Luxford and Courtney Atkinson finished with podium standings at the Australian Triathlon Championships.
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(16-03-07) |
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Watts to represent Queensland |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional golf player, Boyd Watts has been selected to represent Queensland at the Australian Boys' Amateur Championship and the Australian Boys' Interstate Teams Matches in Perth.
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(16-03-07) |
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Sims off to France and Germany |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport gymnast, Chloe Sims has been selected to represent Australia on a World Cup tour to France and Germany.
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(16-03-07) |
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Meares named on World Championship team |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport cyclist, Anna Meares has been named on the Australian Cyclones team to compete at the World Track Cycling Championships.
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(12-03-07) |
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McLellan breaks 34 year record |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athlete Sally McLellan broke a 34 year Australian record at the Telstra Selection and 85th Australian Championships on the weekend.
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(12-03-07) |
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QAS kayakers selected for Australian teams |
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Eight Queensland Academy of Sport kayakers have been named on Australian Senior and Junior teams after the conclusion of the National Flatwater Championships.
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(05-03-07) |
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Results from IAAF World Athletics Tour |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athletes Sally McLellan and Bronwyn Thompson finished in top two positions in their events at the Telstra A Series in Melbourne which doubled as the first IAAF World Athletics Tour for 2007.
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(01-03-07) |
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AIS Team of the Year award |
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Congratulations to the Australian Institute of Sport Water Polo squad who have won the AIS 'Team of the Year' award for their outstanding efforts at the World Cup in 2006.
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(26-02-07) |
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Matildas qualify for final Olympic qualifying campaign |
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The Qantas Matildas team, comprising four Queensland Academy of Sport players, have made the final round of Beijing Olympic qualifiers after a successful campaign against Myanmar, Uzbekistan and Chinese Taipei.
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(22-02-07) |
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Spence named on World Championship team |
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Queensland Academy of Sport softballer, Brooke Spence has been named on the Australian Under-19 team to compete at the ISF Junior Women's World Championships.
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(20-02-07) |
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Cook wins national title |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport volleyballer, Natalie Cook paired with Tamsin Barnett (VIS/AIS) to win the Australian Championships.
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(19-02-07) |
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QAS Telstra A Series results |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athletes have recorded some good results at the Telstra A Series in Sydney on the weekend.
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(13-02-07) |
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Footballers selected for Olympic qualifiers |
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Four Queensland Academy of Sport footballers have been selected for the Matildas squad to contest the first round of qualifiers for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games in Chinese Taipei.
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(07-02-07) |
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Matildas defeat New Zealand |
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Six Queensland Academy of Sport footballers were members of the Matildas squad who won a two match series against New Zealand.
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(05-02-07) |
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Crispin selected for Gliders |
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Queensland Academy of Sport individual scholarship holder, Cobi Crispin, has been selected for the Australian Women's Wheelchair Team, the Gliders.
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(29-01-07) |
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Belcher sails into 2007 with victories |
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Queensland Academy of Sport Individual Scholarship holder, sailor Mathew Belcher, has achieved outstanding results at recent overseas regattas.
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(29-01-07) |
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McLellan and Boyd achieve A Qualifiers |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athletes, Sally McLellan and Alana Boyd, achieved World Championship A qualifiers at the Telstra A-Series on the weekend.
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(29-01-07) |
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Richards brings home Optus Teams Cup |
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Queensland Academy of Sport tennis player, Mark Richards, joined with Jason Kubler and Justin seller to win the 2007 Optus 14s Teams Cup.
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(24-01-07) |
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CYCLING TO SUCCESS WITH AMY GILLETT SCHOLARSHIP |
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The Amy Gillett Foundation in partnership with Cycling Australia today announced details regarding the 2007 Amy Gillett Scholarship, which provides outstanding financial and in-kind support for its annual cycling recipient.
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(23-01-07) |
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Footballers bring home bronze |
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Six former Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) and now Australian Institute of Sport footballers were on the Australian team that won bronze at the Australian Youth Olympics Festival.
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(22-01-07) |
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Cook wins round 4 |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport volleyballer, Natalie Cook, won the fourth round of the Vodafone Beach Volleyball National Tour.
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(22-01-07) |
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Athletics Cup results |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athletes produced a number of solid individual performances at the Australian Atheltics Cup on the weekend.
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(19-01-07) |
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Double gold at Youth Olympics |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athletes, Nikki Rutland and Dane Wilkinson, have picked up gold medals at the Australian Youth Olympics.
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(17-01-07) |
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Hockeyroos kick off with good start |
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Three Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport hockey players are on the Hockeyroos team that have started the Champions Trophy on a good note.
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(16-01-07) |
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Bagley ends Pan Pacs on a high |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional swimmer, Alexandra Bagley, has claimed another victory on the final day of the Pan Pacific Championships in Hawaii.
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(15-01-07) |
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QAS Sydney Track Classic results |
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There were some good performances recorded by Queensland Academy of Sport athletes at the Sydney Track Classic on the weekend.
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(15-01-07) |
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QAS duo win round 3 of Beach Volleyball tour |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport pair Summer Lochowicz and Nicole Sanderson have won round 3 of the Vodafone Beach Volleyball National Tour.
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(15-01-07) |
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QAS swimmers impress at Pan Pacs |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers have recorded impressive performances at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Maui.
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(12-01-07) |
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Sims receives AIS support |
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Queensland Academy of Sport gymnast, Chloe Sims, has been granted an Australian Institute of Sport camps-based scholarship.
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(12-01-07) |
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Talent Search cyclist wins Australian title |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) Talent Search cyclist, Carla Ryan, pedalled to an Australian title yesterday at the Australian Open Road Championships in Ballarat.
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(09-01-07) |
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BMX cyclists pedal to victory |
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Queensland Academy of Sport BMX cyclists have performed well at the recent U.C.I PROBIKX-CHAMBIKX round three at Nerang on the Gold Coast.
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(09-01-07) |
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QAS footballers selected for AYOF team |
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Five Queensland Academy of Sport footballers have been selected for the Australian women's football team to compete at the Australian Youth Olympic Festival later this month.
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(09-01-07) |
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Irwin and Kuhn pick up national medals |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) volleyballers Trent Irwin and Robbie Kuhn have picked up medals at the Australian Beach Volleyball Championships.
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(09-01-07) |
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Claxton Shield team named |
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Ten Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) baseballers have been named on the Claxton Shield 2007 team to compete in the Financial Wealth Claxton Shield later this month.
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(09-01-07) |
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QAS dominates Australian Open Water team |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) swimmers performed magically at the Swimming Australia Open Water selection trials for the 12th FINA World Swimming Championships in December.
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(19-12-06) |
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AIS scholarships granted |
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Eight Queensland Academy of Sport hockey players have been granted a dual QAS/Australian Institute of Sport scholarship.
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(18-12-06) |
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Egyed places second |
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Queensland Academy of Sport cyclist, Nikki Egyed, placed second in the Cronulla International Grand Prix on the weekend.
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(18-12-06) |
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Good performances at Bankstown Open |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport cyclists Anna and Kerrie Meares performed well at the Bankstown Open on the weekend.
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(15-12-06) |
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Gymnastics announcements |
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Queensland Academy of Sport Artistic Gymnasts, Amber Fulljames and Chloe Sims, have received national selections.
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(15-12-06) |
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Nowill wins title |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athlete, Peter Nowill, won the 3000m title at the Telstra Zatopek Classic.
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(15-12-06) |
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Cook just misses out on title |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional tennis player Rebecca Cook just missed out on the doubles title at the Perth Junior ITF event last weekend.
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(14-12-06) |
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Bronze medal at Holiday Cup |
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The Australian Women's Water Polo team has picked up a bronze medal at the recent six-nation Holiday Cup at Los Alamitos.
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(11-12-06) |
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Queensland dominates World Championship team |
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The outstanding performances of Queensland swimmers over the Telstra Australian Championships have resulted in a Queensland dominated team to represent Australia at the 2007 World Championships.
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(11-12-06) |
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Free honoured with top award |
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Queensland Academy of Sport rower, Duncan Free, was awarded the Rowing Australia prestigious award at the Rowing Australia awards function on the weekend.
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(11-12-06) |
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QAS Heatwave undefeated |
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The Queensland Academy of Sport Heatwave has gone through round two of the National Women's League undefeated.
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(11-12-06) |
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Hockey teams announced |
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The announcement of the Champions Trophy team, National Squad and Development Squad for 2007 by Hockey Australia will see a number of Queensland Academy of Sport athletes compete internationally next year.
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(08-12-06) |
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Day five action in the pool |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers have continued to produce good results in the pool on day five of the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships.
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(07-12-06) |
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Action in the pool on day four |
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The action in the pool heated up on day four of competition at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships for Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers.
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(06-12-06) |
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Action in the pool on day three |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athletes have continued to achieve good results at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships on day three of competition.
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(05-12-06) |
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QAS netballers impress |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) netballers have achieved impressive results lately including gaining Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) scholarships and Australian and state team selections.
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(05-12-06) |
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Action in the pool on day two |
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The action in the pool on day two of the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships saw Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers produce five medals and secure a number of final positions.
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(04-12-06) |
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AIS Hockey team blitz field |
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The Australian Institute of Sport Hockey tour has been a great success for the Australians who have taken out all of their matches against Belgium and Spain.
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(04-12-06) |
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Curtis leaps onto Australian teams |
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Queensland Academy of Sport gymnast, Mathew Curtis, has excelled in his performances at selection trials on the weekend landing him several Australian team selections.
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(04-12-06) |
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First day action in the pool |
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The first day of action in the pool at the Telstra Australian Swimming Championships saw Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers gear up for an action packed week.
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(04-12-06) |
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McEwen secures Grand Prix glory |
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Queensland Academy of Sport associate scholarship holders Robbie McEwen and Allan Davis finished 1-2 in the National Criterium Championship at South Bank on the weekend.
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(01-12-06) |
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Richards caps off magical year |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional tennis player, Mark Richards, has capped off a magical year winning the 14 boys singles title at the Sydney Junior Championships.
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(29-11-06) |
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Footballers score national team selection |
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Four Queensland Academy of Sport women footballers have been selected on the Australian Under-16 to compete in the Australian Olympic Youth Festival Tournament.
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(28-11-06) |
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Meares crowned Track Queen |
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At the Cycling Australia awards dinner on the weekend, Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport cyclist Anna Meares was crowned the 'Track Cyclist of the Year'.
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(24-11-06) |
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Wu to represent Australia |
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Former Queensland Academy of Sport diver and now Australian Institute of Sport scholarship holder, Melissa Wu, has been selected to represent Australia.
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(23-11-06) |
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AIS Hockey team on winning streak |
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The Australian Institute of Sport women's hockey team are on a winning roll taking out the first four matches of their European tour against France.
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(23-11-06) |
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Kimmince to represent Fire |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional cricketer, Delissa Kimmince, has been selected as a member of the Konica Minolta Queensland Fire team to compete in their opening match of the National Women's Cricket League.
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(23-11-06) |
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Rina Hill wins final World Cup |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport triathlete Rina Hill has won the final ITU World Cup of 2006.
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(23-11-06) |
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Tomic wins prestigious award |
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Queensland Academy of Sport tennis player, Bernard Tomic, was awarded with a top honour at the Tennis Queensland Awards ceremony recently.
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(23-11-06) |
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Water Polo scores AIS scholarships |
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Nine Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) women's water polo players have been granted Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) scholarships.
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(22-11-06) |
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Meares cycles to world record |
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Anna Meares has blitzed the 500m time trial at the UCI World Cup Classic in Sydney taking the gold medal and breaking her own world record to set a new time of 33.944 seconds.
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(22-11-06) |
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QAS Heatwave finishes second |
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Round one of the National Softball League saw the Queensland Academy of Sport Heatwave team finish in second position.
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(15-11-06) |
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Snowsill is Queensland Academy of Sport Athlete of the Year |
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In a magical year during which she received a medal for every gruelling race she took part in, triathlete Emma Snowsill today celebrated another victory when she received the Queensland Academy of Sport Peter Lacey Award for Sporting Excellence.
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(06-11-06) |
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Hudson leads all star team |
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Three Queensland Academy of Sport hockey players have been named on the World All Star hockey teams for 2006.
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(01-11-06) |
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Matildas win first match |
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The Matildas have won their first match of the Peace Cup in South Korea with a win over the Netherlands.
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(23-10-06) |
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Five selected for Matildas team |
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Five Queensland Academy of Sport footballers will head to Korea this week as part of the Matildas team to compete in the Peace Cup.
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(06-10-06) |
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Hockeyroos blitz Argentina |
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The Hockeyroos have qualified top of their pool for the semi-finals after defeating Argentina on Wednesday night 3-0.
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(02-10-06) |
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Geitz on Under-21 squad |
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Former Queensland Academy of Sport netballer, Laura Geitz, has been named on the 2007 Australian Under-21 squad.
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(02-10-06) |
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Belcher brings home silver |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and National Centre of Excellence athlete, Larni Belcher, has scored a silver medal at the Canoe Marathon World Championships.
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(02-10-06) |
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Grigorieva lands a personal best |
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Queensland Academy of Sport athlete, Tatiana Grigorieva, landed another personal best at a meet in Daegu, Korea last week.
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(28-09-06) |
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QAS go down to Otago |
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Otago seemed to be out for revenge last night after going down to the Queensland Academy of Sport Under-19 Rugby Union team last week 41-16.
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(25-09-06) |
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Snowsill places second |
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Queensland Academy of Sport triathlete, Emma Snowsill, has placed second in the Beijing BG Triathlon World Cup on the weekend.
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(21-09-06) |
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Under-19s defeat Otago |
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The Queensland Academy of Sport Under-19 team have won their second game of the Trans-Tasman series after a loss in the first match.
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(18-09-06) |
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Schipper wins award |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmer, Jessicah Schipper, was rewarded for her outstanding swimming career to date at the Gala Queensland Awards on the weekend.
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(18-09-06) |
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Cyclists power onto Cyclones team |
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Two Queensland Academy of Sport professional associate scholarship holders have been selected for the Australian Cyclones team to compete at the Road World Championships.
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(12-09-06) |
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Snowsill and Bennett take wins |
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Queensland Academy of Sport triathletes Emma Snowsill and Greg Bennett won the men's and women's race in Los Angeles recently.
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(11-09-06) |
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Hockey players selected for AIS team |
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Six Queensland Academy of Sport hockey players have been selected for the Australian Institute of Sport team to tour Europe in November.
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(07-09-06) |
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Cricketers selected for Bulls teams |
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Four Queensland Academy of Sport cricketers have been selected for the Queensland Bulls teams to compete in the Suncorp Country Challenge.
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(06-09-06) |
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Fogarty picks up World Cup medals |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and National Centre of Excellence canoeist, Lyndsie Fogarty, has picked up two medals at World Cup 3 in China.
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(06-09-06) |
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Aussie Spirit earns Olympic spot |
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The Aussie Spirit team have qualified for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and will bring home a bronze medal from the ISF Women's World Softball Championship in Beijing.
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(01-09-06) |
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Aussie Spirit continue to reign |
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The Aussie Spirit team have beaten Venezeula overnight at the ISF Women's World Championships in Beijing, China.
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(31-08-06) |
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Water Polo team brings back bronze |
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The Australian Youth Men's team won a bronze medal at the International Youth Boy's Water Polo tournament in Turkey recently.
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(31-08-06) |
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Cyclones team announced |
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Four Queensland Academy of Sport professional associate scholarship holders have been announced on the Australian Cyclone team to compete at the UCI Road Cycling World Championships.
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(31-08-06) |
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Aussie Spirit continue home run |
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The Aussie Spirit team have continued their winning form taking out their fourth match of the ISF Women's World Championship in Beijing, China.
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(30-08-06) |
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Aussie spirit on winning roll |
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The Aussie Spirit team have won their third match of the ISF Women's World Championship in Beijing, China.
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(29-08-06) |
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Records come tumbling down |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers, Libby Lenton, Leisel Jones and Leith Brodie all broke records on the final night of the Telstra Australian Short Course Championships.
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(28-08-06) |
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Aussie spirit wins first two matches |
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The Australian Women's Softball team, Aussie Spirit, have won the first two matches of the XI International Softball Federation's Women's World Championships.
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(28-08-06) |
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Free and Kehoe claim medals |
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Queensland Academy of Sport rowers Duncan Free and Sally Kehoe (QAS/AIS) have picked up medals at the World Rowing Championships.
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(25-08-06) |
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Gymnastics World Championship trial |
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The women's artistic gymnastics World Championship trial one was held recently at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra.
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(22-08-06) |
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Baseballers selected for Aussie team |
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One current Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) baseballer and two former scholarship holders have been selected for the Australian Baseball AAA Under-19 team to compete at the 2006 World Championships.
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(21-08-06) |
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Pan Pacs continue to roll out good results |
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers have continued to produce good results on the second and third day of competition at the Pan Pacific Championships in Canada.
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(18-08-06) |
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Hasson takes QLD honours |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) scholarship holder, Sheree Hasson, has taken out the Queensland Amateur Golf Championship.
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(18-08-06) |
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Schipper breaks world record |
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On the first night of finals at the Pan Pacific Championships Queensland Academy of Sport swimmer Jessicah Schipper has broken the 200m world record.
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(17-08-06) |
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Aussie team finishes 6th |
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The Australian AA Baseball team finished in sixth position in the 16 nation World Boys' Tournament in Osaka, Japan.
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(14-08-06) |
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Meares and Macpherson battle it out on the track |
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Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) and Australian Institute of Sport cyclist, Anna Meares, battled it out with fellow QAS rider and former regional cyclist, Chloe Macpherson, at the Los Angeles Cycling Classic.
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(14-08-06) |
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Moffatti selected for World Championships |
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Queensland Academy of Sport and Australian Institute of Sport swimmer, Ricardo Moffatti, has been named on the 22 member Australian team for the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) World Championships.
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(10-08-06) |
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Davis picks up silver |
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Queensland Academy of Sport regional cyclist, Byron Davis, has picked up a silver medal at the World Junior Track Cycling Championships.
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(07-08-06) |
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Golfers swing into Queensland teams |
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Seven former Queensland Academy of Sport golfers and four current scholarship holders have been selected for the Queensland State and Colts teams.
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(03-08-06) |
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Hockey players gear up for World Cup |
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Eight Queensland Academy of Sport hockey players have been selected for the Kookaburras team to compete at the Men's Hockey World Cup later this year.
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Last Updated: 28 11 2005
