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| Steven Bradbury |
Olympic Skating Gold
The events leading to Steven’s rise to fame in men’s speed skating took place all in a matter of moments, leading to victory and a gold medal at the 2002 Winter Olympics. It would be Australia’s first gold at a Winter Olympics. Steven’s inspiring story has conceived the phrase “He’s done a Bradbury” and given it a home in the Australian vernacular. His theme is "Passion and Persistence" |
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| Stephanie Brantz |
Sports Journalist
A woman’s touch in what is traditionally a man’s world; Stephanie Brantz is one of a niche group of female sports journalists on the frontline of Australia’s most watched sports programs. Her delivery for Nightline, the National Nine News and the Sunday Show is just the tip of the iceberg in her portfolio of sports journalism. The self confessed sports nut has interviewed some of Australia’s and indeed the world’s most outstanding sportsmen and women including Socceroos stars Harry Kewell, Lucas Neill and Mark Schwarzer, and Shane Warne and Ian Thorpe. |
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| Dr Ric Charlesworth |
Performance Coach / Mentor / Leadership
Dr.Richard Charlesworth is one of the best known hockey players and coaches in Australian hockey history and a much sought after consultant, speaker and writer on sport and performance. He has shared his innovative coaching techniques with audiences worldwide. In 2009 Ric was appointed coach of the Australian mens’ national hockey team the Kookaburras. The team went on to win the 2010 Hockey World Cup in New Delhi, India. He has been a mentor to five national team coaches with the Australian Institute of Sports, and a High Performance Consultant with the Fremantle Dockers Football Club.Ric is a Doctor of Medicine and a former captain of the Australian Hockey Team, the State Hockey Team and State Cricket Team. He has been a mentor coach to several national team coaches with the Australian Institute of Sport and a performance consultant with the Fremantle Football Club. |
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| Jacqui Cooper |
Champion Aerial Skier
Jacqui Cooper is the greatest Aerial skier of all time, a leader in her sport and a woman that has competed in a record 5 Winter Olympics. She has represented her country for 20 years, winning a total of 5 world titles and 24 world cup wins. She has had to overcome so much adversity in her quest for success. Jacqui competed in the Vancouver Winter Olympics (February 2010) after a year of intense hip and knee rehabilitation; she shocked doctors and surgeons by her will, inner strength and courage to make a brave attempt to be competitive at those games. |
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| Michael Diamond |
World trap rifle shooting champion
Triple gold medallist Mike Diamond became the first Australian to take out an Olympic trap shooting event since 1900, duplicating that feat at the 2002 Manchester Commonwealth Games, and again at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. His remarkable talent saw him reign as world champion for three years running. With an outstanding career of achievement behind him, Mike has established himself amongst the world’s greatest marksmen. |
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| Don Elgin |
World Class Paralympic Athlete
Don Elgin proves you don’t need a full kit of limbs to achieve great success. The Paralympic medallist and four time World Championship representative entered the world without the lower portion of his left leg. At just 18, equipped with an unshakeable determination and his firecracker personality, Don joined the Australian Paralympic team, notching up a lengthy and impressive catalogue of international achievements over almost two decades. An ambassador for sport and amputee’s, Don leverages his wellspring of energy and passion to motivate and inspire others worldwide. |
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| Drew Ginn |
Great Australian rower
Focus and determination define the character and success of Drew Ginn. At just 20 years old he tasted international competition and soon after realised his Olympic dream competing with the Oarsome Foursome in 1996, where the team rowed their way to a gold medal. This is where Drew really hit his stride and he has continued to display strength of conviction and ability in a string of Olympic and international competitions and world records. |
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| Danny Green |
Champion boxer
Retired Olympic champion turned boxing professional Danny Green has an impressive history of achievement. After winning numerous state titles in Western Australia, the ‘Green Machine’ moved into training for the Commonwealth and Olympic Games and later accepted an offer to turn professional. Though he lost his 2006 match against Anthony Mundine, the fight initiated his move up to the next weight class and he welcomed the move by winning against WBA champion Stipe Drews. Retired from the ring, Danny has demonstrated his talents further as a TV personlaity and 'Dancing with the Stars' contestant. |
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| Johanna Griggs |
Swimmer and TV host
Channel Seven sports host and former elite swimmer, Johanna Griggs has become one of Australia’s most popular and loved personalities. She has clocked up over 15 years satiating Australia’s desire for sports news, and counts the Sydney and Beijing Olympics in her stable of achievements. Host of Seven’s House & Garden, Auction Squad and regular guest on several panel programs, Johanna’s adaptability and energy make her an in-demand MC and host. |
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| Tatiana Grigorieva |
Olympic pole vaulter
Tatiana launched herself to stardom at the Sydney Olympics, winning a silver medal and quickly followed with gold at the 2002 Commonwealth Games. An innate sense of passion and motivation drive Tatiana. Her determination and focus enabling her successful delivery off the field, Tatiana gave a Harmony Day address on the lawn of Parliament House, and an Australia Day Corporate address to thousands. An experienced speaker and elite athlete, Tatiana is a sure winner. |
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| Grant Hackett, OAM |
Swimming Superstar
World record winner Grant Hackett is one of the greatest swimmers of all time. The Olympic, Commonwealth, Pan Pacific and World champion has consistently displayed his power, determination and talent to take him into the record books as the world’s best 1500m swimmer, with wins and accolades in several other distance races. The level headed and charismatic star is renowned outside the pool for his leadership and captivating presentation style. |
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| Nicole Livingstone |
Sports Personality and Swimmer
In a career that began at just 14 years old Nicole Livingstone remains in the hearts and minds of Australian’s as one of this country’s greatest swimmers. Her achievements are numerous, encompassing all major international competitions in which she was a member of the Australian Swimming Team for 12 consecutive years. On retirement Nicole turned to the media where she has notched up a successful career as a sports commentator. Her energy and on-camera presence have made her a popular and entertaining TV personality. |
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| Kieren Perkins |
Olympic Gold – Swimming
Considered one of the greatest swimmers in history, Kieren Perkins earns his deserved reputation from a host of career highlights: he broke 12 world and over 40 Australian records, and became the first person to hold the Olympic, World, Commonwealth and Pan-Pacific titles simultaneously. An outstanding sportsman, national hero and household name. He was 1992 Young Australian of the Year. Kieren’s courage and persistence inspire audiences. |
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| Kerri Pottharst |
International Beach Volleyball champion
Kerri Pottharst is one of Australia’s most long serving international sporting heroes, representing the nation for over twenty years. She also proudly holds the title of Australia’s most highly decorated Beach Volleyball player. Kerri’s pragmatism and steely focus have ensured an illustrious career in the sport, even when injury lurked and threatened an abrupt end. The stats prove Kerri’s remarkable track record: in the past 15 years she has never been out of the international top 10. On retirement Kerri turned her sights to motivating others with her celebrated story of success and overcoming challenge. |
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| Samantha Riley |
Champion Swimmer
Sam holds the reputation as one of the world’s greatest female swimmers and has a succession of proud victories. The 1994/95 year saw her take home nine gold medals and two world records across international sporting events. Her super smile has made her one of the most likeable characters |
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| Louise Sauvage |
Champion Paralympian
Louise Savage is one of the world’s most outstanding athletes and Australia’s most successful Paralympian. It is her performance at four Paralympic Games that speaks volumes about her excellence, claiming multiple victories in both sprint and long distance events including the marathon. A Word Record Holder, World Champion and Gold Medallist, Louise is Australia’s premier track athlete. A truly inspiring and powerful speaker |
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| Paul Wade |
Socceroo Captain
Paul’s on-field soccer career spanned more than 400 international and national games. The former Socceroos captain, known worldwide as “Wadey”, looks back on a stellar football career punctuated with numerous highlights including World Cup and Olympic appearances, and playing against one of the game’s most celebrated players – Argentina’s Maradona. Paul’s ability to engage audiences in his passion for the game has ensured a thriving media and consultancy career – motivating everyone from our nation’s youth to the boardroom with his messages of teamwork, leadership, persistence and perseverance. |
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