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Calling all players ANATOMY OF A CHAMPION SNAPSHOT SOCCER: Bardon Latrobe Junior Soccer Club has put out the call for girls of all ages to join the club for the 2012 season. Looking to build on its success in winning the Football Brisbane 2011 junior club of the year award, the Bardon-based club is looking to boost its registration numbers. Club vice- president Terri Collins said all players were welcome, regardless of playing ability. ‘‘Although girls are always welcome to play in mixed competitions, we need more girls to build our numbers in our girls-only teams,’’ Col- lins said. ‘‘In 2011, the under-14 girls reached the grand final. Next year will see a senior women’s team back at the club and we’re look- ing forward to the senior players assisting with the development of talent within the juniors at the club.’’ Next year’s sign-on will be held at Bardon Bowls Club on January 28-29. Phone Terri Collins on 0401 556 501 or visit bardonlatrobe.org.au Jared off to world titles SAILING: Indooroopilly resident Jared West left for Perth last week to pre- pare for the International Sailing Federation World Championships from December 13-18. Held every four years, the Perth regatta will include the World Championships for all nine Olympic classes, with the meet serving as the principal qualifier for London 2012 for many of the racers. West is one of six athletes to rep- Name: Jared West Sport: Sailing (laser class) Suburb: Indooroopilly resent Australia in the Laser class as a mem- ber of the national squad. West said he would enjoy Perth’s regular moderate to fresh sea Australian Sailing Squad member several World Cup wins this year. Cup in Holland, so I think this is a breeze, the ‘‘Fremantle Doctor’’. ‘‘I think the Jared West arrived in Perth on reasonable goal. conditions will suit me, so I look forward to Thursday for the International Sailing How tough are you expecting the showing my best,’’ he said. Federation (ISAF) World competition in Perth? What are your expectations? Championships from December 13-18. It is the pinnacle of sailing as every top This is my first ISAF worlds and I expect sailor from each nation is vying for that it to be an interesting regatta. Perth has Firebirds’ camp packed Is this a step towards qualifying for the one Olympic spot. It will be more one of the most consistent sea breezes in : Around 120 young Olympic Games for you? competitive than the Olympics, which the world, the Fremantle Doctor, so most netballers from around the state de- In sailing, only one athlete per class is include only the top 45 or so countries but are planning a windy and physical contest. scended on the Gold Coast at the weekend to selected by any country to compete in the not necessarily the top 45 sailors. Many, including myself, have arrived a hone their skills at the 2011 Queensland Fire- games. Australian Tom Slingsby, triple little heavier to assist the ability to keep birds’ Camp. Participants were given the world champion and 2010 ISAF sailor of How do you think you will go? the boat upright in the strong winds. The chance to take part in activities similar to the year, is the favourite for the regatta. My current ISAF world ranking is 61, but standard of competition will be fast-paced those undertaken by the Firebirds in their He is the only Australian laser sailor to my goal is to make the top 50. I recently and unforgiving, so I will need to bring my training camps, as well as meet eight of the post an Olympic nomination through came 23rd out of 125 in a windy World best sailing from the first day of racing. ANZ Championship-winning team. Firebirds , , , Elissa Macleod and , as well as Keirra Trompf, Ameliaranne Wells and Candice Naiktha pipped in award Walker places at titles Stars comfort patients Adams, all made an appearance. Firebirds TENNIS: Brookfield tennis prodigy ATHLETICS: Clara Smith has walked SOFTBALL: Ashgrove’s Melinda coaches Roselee Jencke and Tracey Robinson Naiktha Bains was pipped for the 2011 into the Brigidine College sporting his- Weaver took time out from her de- also delivered a specialist coaching session, female junior athlete of the year award at the tory books after starring at the Australian All manding work and training schedule to with nutrition workshops, conditioning prestigious Australian tennis awards in Mel- Schools Championships at St Lucia on Decem- comfort patients at the Mater Children’s Hos- sessions, match play and a ‘‘fun olympics’’ bourne on December 5. Naiktha, 13, was ber 3-4. Clara finished second in the under-14 pital at South Brisbane on November 30. among the camp activities. Netball Queens- beaten to the gong by fellow Queenslander 3000m walk, continuing a meteoric rise for Weaver, together with her Queensland Heat land participation coordinator Ann-Marie Ashleigh Barty, who this year claimed the girls’ the Year 8 student. Brigidine College physical teammates, partnered with Radio Lollipop’s Geary said it was the largest Firebirds’ camp junior Wimbledon title and the under-18 nat- education coordinator Diana Chambers said Wacky Wednesday Team for a pyjama-themed yet. ‘‘In previous years we have capped the ionals crown. In other categories, the New- walking had come naturally to the gifted teen. party in the wards. The Heat stars shared in- camp at 80 participants but in response to de- combe Medal – Australian tennis’ premier ‘‘This really is an exceptional performance sights with the children about training and mand following the Firebirds’ undefeated sea- award – went to Samantha Stosur for the given that Clara only took up walking midway competing at an elite level. The Heat open son, we increased the number of participants second-straight year after she won her through this year,’’ Chambers said. Clara has women’s team has been an ongoing supporter to 120,’’ she said. maiden Grand Slam at the US Open this year. been working with top coach Dave Smith. of Radio Lollipop in recent years.

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