The North Coast Academy of Sport (NCAS) is thrilled to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of its athletes at the Yamba Triathlon, where they demonstrated exceptional talent, resilience, and determination. Despite undertaking an intense training camp just the day before the event, NCAS athletes excelled, securing multiple age group victories and the prestigious overall win.
The weekend began with a rigorous NCAS training camp in Yamba, designed to sharpen skills, build endurance, and foster team spirit. The camp’s demanding schedule included swim, bike, and run sessions tailored to challenge the athletes both physically and mentally. This preparation proved invaluable as the athletes took to the triathlon course the following day, ready to deliver their best performances.
Standout Performances:
Trent Alley – Overall winner.
Hayden Kelvin – 2nd overall and 1st place in Age Group Category
Matilda Medlin– 1st Female and 1st in Age Group
Isa Soenen– 2nd Female and 2nd in Age Group
Sofie Soenen– 3rd Female and 3rd place in Age Group
Connor Kinsella 8th overall and 1st in Age Group
Cory Wass – 13th overall.
NCAS Regional Manager D’arcy Van den Bossche commended the athletes, saying:
“To see such outstanding results following an intense training camp is a testament to the resilience and dedication of our athletes. They not only embraced the challenge but excelled beyond expectations. Their success reflects the hard work of our coach Des Gooda and the value of the NCAS programs.”
The Yamba Triathlon was more than just a competition for NCAS athletes—it was an opportunity to put their training into practice, refine their race strategies, and bond as a team. The combination of the pre-race training camp and race-day success highlights the Academy’s commitment to developing well-rounded, high-performing athletes.
With this momentum, NCAS athletes are gearing up for future events, where they will continue to represent the North Coast region with pride and determination. The Academy remains dedicated to fostering local talent and providing opportunities for young athletes to excel on the regional, state, and national stage.
Congratulations to all NCAS athletes for their exceptional achievements at the Yamba Triathlon!
For further information, please contact:
Luke Field
Sports Programs Administration Officer, North Coast Academy of Sport
