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ICMI’s Sport Speakers - some of whom have represented their country at Olympic level - are among the most successful athletes in their respective sports. Success in any sport depends on the same dedication and determination that success in other fields requires.

Goals are not only scored in the sporting arena; they provide the inspiration for achievement in many areas of life. Our sport speakers share their personal insights into what it took for them to achieve their dreams and the lessons we can all learn.

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Speaker Jason Akermanis Speaker Jason Akermanis
Jason Akermanis is one of the most decorated football players Queensland has ever produced.
Speaker Terry Alderman Speaker Terry Alderman
Alderman played first-class cricket for two decades representing WA, English country sides Kent and Gloucestershire, and Australia.
Speaker Stan Alves OAM Speaker Stan Alves OAM
Stan Alves OAM is one of the Australian Football League's (AFL) favourite sons.		 Speaker Chris Anstey Speaker Chris Anstey
Chris is currently co-captain of the Melbourne Tigers in the National Basketball League. In the four years since his return, the Tigers have won two championship and been runner up in the other. Chris is currently recognised as the best player in the NBL.
Speaker Duncan Armstrong Speaker Duncan Armstrong
Gold Medallist at the 1988 Seoul Olympics in the 200 Metres Freestyle. 		Speaker David Arnfield Speaker David Arnfield
With more than 20 years experience with the Port Adelaide Football Club as Fitness Coach, Team Runner and Corporate Training Facilitator, David Arnfield is an exceptional motivational speaker
Speaker Ron Barassi Speaker Ron Barassi
Regarded by many people as the greatest ever Australian Rules Coach. 		Speaker Alastair Baxter Speaker Alastair Baxter
Al has a unique blend of integrity, strength and intelligence in an articulate elite athlete.
Speaker Wayne Bennett Speaker Wayne Bennett
The highly successful and enigmatic coach of the Brisbane Broncos has taken them to six wins from six Grand Final appearances... 		Speaker Mark Beretta Speaker Mark Beretta
Mark Beretta is Australia's most watched Sports Presenter on Channel 7's Sunrise Program.
Speaker Darren Berry Speaker Darren Berry
An enduring figure in Australian First Class cricket across a 15-year span, Darren Berry set a new benchmark for wicketkeepers at domestic level.		 Speaker John Bertrand Speaker John Bertrand
A World Champion and Olympic medallist
Speaker Michael Bevan Speaker Michael Bevan
The “Pyjama Picasso”, Michael Bevan has cemented his place in Australian cricket history and combined with the pride he feels in representing the country, he makes a perfect sporting role model.		 Speaker David Boon Speaker David Boon
David Boon joined the Australian Cricket Team in 1983, commencing a professional sporting career that would make him a household name.
Speaker Glen Boss Speaker Glen Boss
One of Australia's greatest ever jockeys, winning three consecutive Melbourne Cups on Makybe Diva...		 Speaker Ian Botham Speaker Ian Botham
One of the greats and real personalities of World Cricket.
Speaker Raelene Boyle Speaker Raelene Boyle
One of Australia's greatest track and field athletes 		Speaker Steven Bradbury OAM Speaker Steven Bradbury OAM
In a league of his own, Winter Olympic speed-skating Gold Medallist Steven Bradbury has a story to tell that is both amazing and inspiring.
Speaker James Brayshaw Speaker James Brayshaw
The new host of AFL's "The Footy Show"		 Speaker Dermott Brereton Speaker Dermott Brereton
Former Hawthorn Football Club star who is now a celebrated media identity.
Speaker Damian Brown Speaker Damian Brown
An inspiring personality with exceptional sporting, business and life achievement		 Speaker John Brown Speaker John Brown
As Minister for Sport and Tourism in the Hawke Ministry, John Brown was the key person who put Australia into its legendary boom in the 1980's.
Speaker Billy Brownless Speaker Billy Brownless
Billy Brownless was an exciting forward for Geelong for over ten years. 		Speaker John Buchanan Speaker John Buchanan
John Buchanan will always be renowned for delivering Queensland their first Sheffield Shield title in the 1994-1995 season, his first season with the Bulls. In his five years coaching the Queensland Bulls, they won the Sheffield Shield and the Mercantile Mutual Cup twice.
Speaker Les Burdett Speaker Les Burdett
LES BURDETT is one of seven boys and was born and educated in Adelaide. He joined the staff of the South Australian Cricket Association Inc. at the famous Adelaide Oval in 1969 and has held his current position as Oval Manager since 1978. He also served 18 months National Service in the engineering corp.		 Speaker Gregory Burns Speaker Gregory Burns
A seasoned motivational speaker and Paralympic Champion
Speaker Lauren Burns Speaker Lauren Burns
Sydney 2000 Olympic Gold Medallist whose presentations are inspirational as well as fun.		 Speaker John Cahill Speaker John Cahill
John Cahill is a legend throughout South Australian Football.
Speaker David Campese Speaker David Campese
David Campese is a household name in Rugby. Many view David as one of the greatest and most entertaining rugby players to have ever graced the rugby field. Representing Australia for 15 years and New South Wales for 11 years, he achieved and still holds the world record for the most tries in a test match (64). To add to his credentials, he was first man in Australian history to play 101 tests for his country and is one out of only 5 players in the worldwide that has achieved over 100 games for their country.		 Speaker Alisa Camplin Speaker Alisa Camplin
Gold Medallist Salt Lake 2002 - Freestyle Aerial Skiing
Speaker Richard Champion Speaker Richard Champion
Richard Champion has had a football career spanning 14 years, including 10 years with the Brisbane Bears / Lions. 		Speaker Ian Chappell Speaker Ian Chappell
When world cricket's finest captains are discussed, Ian Chappell's name is invariably among the front-runners.
Speaker Ric Charlesworth Speaker Ric Charlesworth
Past coach of the Australian Women's Hockey Team and arguably Australia's most successful sporting coach 		Speaker Anthony Clarke Speaker Anthony Clarke
'Achieving the Impossible'
Speaker Alastair Clarkson Speaker Alastair Clarkson
Coach of AFL club Hawthorn.		 Speaker Jeremy Coney Speaker Jeremy Coney
A former cricketer and New Zealand Cricket captain during New Zealand most successful cricketing era, since retirement as a professional cricketer, Jeremy has become one of the most popular After-Dinner Speakers in New Zealand.
Speaker Natalie Cook Speaker Natalie Cook
Olympic Gold Medallist and World Beach Volleyball Champion		 Speaker Priya Cooper Speaker Priya Cooper
Born with cerebral palsy, Priya began swimming at a young age for therapy and later realised her potential as a competitor. She soon became an Australian Paralympian Gold Medallist.
Speaker Graham Cornes Speaker Graham Cornes
South Australian football legend and co-host of Australia's highest rating sports/drive program on Radio 5AA 		Speaker Kay Cottee AO Speaker Kay Cottee AO
The first woman in history to complete a solo, non-stop and unassisted sailing voyage around the world.
Speaker Matthew Cowdrey Speaker Matthew Cowdrey
At just 19 years of age, Matthew Cowdrey has already achieved Paralympic, World Championship and Commonwealth Games glory. A multiple world-record holder, the teenage swimmer has become one of the top amputee athletes in the world. 		Speaker Dan Crowley Speaker Dan Crowley
What could be tougher than being a front-rower for the Wallabies? How about going undercover to smash drug rings on the Gold Coast? Amazingly, Dan Crowley juggled both these jobs for several years without ever being recognised by the criminals he pursued.
Speaker Lisa Curry-Kenny Speaker Lisa Curry-Kenny
Well-known Olympian and Commonwealth Games swimmer... 		Speaker Ben Darwin Speaker Ben Darwin
Ben Darwin played professional Rugby Union at the elite level since 1997.
Speaker Robert de Castella Speaker Robert de Castella
Recognised as one of Australia's greatest athletes after dominating the world in the gruelling event of the marathon 		Speaker Robert DiPier Domenico Speaker Robert DiPier Domenico
A legendary footballer, as well as a a regular MC and Faciltator.
Speaker Mike Doohan Speaker Mike Doohan
Australian Motorcycle Champion 		Speaker Brennon Dowrick Speaker Brennon Dowrick
A dual Olympian and dual Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist
Speaker Matthew Dunn Speaker Matthew Dunn
Matthew Dunn was born in the NSW town of Leeton and started swimming because of his chronic asthma. He is now the undisputed King of Australian medley swimmers.		 Speaker Rodney Eade Speaker Rodney Eade
In the highly competitive world of professional football, Rodney Eade has carved out a reputation for achieving the best as both a player and a coach.
Speaker John Eales Speaker John Eales
From Wallaby great to business success and life after rugby, John Eales has maintained his trademark leadership and humility throughout his life.		 Speaker Darrell Eastlake Speaker Darrell Eastlake
Darrell is the longest serving sports commentators at the Nine Network Wide World of Sports.
Speaker Mark Edmondson Speaker Mark Edmondson
Mark Edmondson is a former Rugby League World Champion, Motivational Speaker + Elite Success Coach 		Speaker Don Elgin Speaker Don Elgin
They don’t come any livelier than the boy from the bush that took on the world. Entertaining, motivational and an all round larrikin he represented Australia at 4 World Championships and three Paralympic Games over 14 years, a triple Paralympic medalist from Athens 2004.
Speaker Herb Elliott Speaker Herb Elliott
Famous runner Herb Elliott is widely regarded as the greatest 'miler' of all time. 		Speaker Liz Ellis Speaker Liz Ellis
An elite athlete, captain of the Australian Netball team and of the Sydney Swifts Netball team.
Speaker Luke Elvy Speaker Luke Elvy
Luke Elvy is growing more and more popular in Australian sports media and as one of the main presenters on the Fox Sports News Channel. He's a passionate sports follower with over 15 years of journalistic experience in print, radio and television media. 		Speaker Frank Farina Speaker Frank Farina
Former Australian Socceroos Coach and player.
Speaker Pat Farmer Speaker Pat Farmer
Having run across the United States of America, around Australia and vertically to the height of Mount Everest, Pat Farmer is one of the world’s best ultra marathon runners.		 Speaker Nick Farr-Jones Speaker Nick Farr-Jones
Articulate and intelligent, Nick Farr-Jones is a natural leader with a proven ability to motivate
Speaker Kurt Fearnley Speaker Kurt Fearnley
Raised in the small country town of Carcoar, Kurt Fearnley has always been determined. Being born without the lower portion of his spine has never held him back, from backyard games of football to crawling along the Great Wall of China, he always has a go.		 Speaker Nic Feteris Speaker Nic Feteris
Nic Feteris jumps off mountains, and he asks his audiences to do that too.
Speaker John Fitzgerald Speaker John Fitzgerald
An inspiring and down-to-earth Tennis legend and leader.		 Speaker Peter FitzSimons Speaker Peter FitzSimons
Columnist, ex Rugby International and best selling author
Speaker Jane Flemming Speaker Jane Flemming
Golden girl Jane Flemming is one of Australia's most loved sporting legends.		 Speaker Debbie Flintoff-King Speaker Debbie Flintoff-King
Olympic Gold Medallist in the 400 Metres Hurdles at the 1988 Games
Speaker David Foster Speaker David Foster
The greatest woodchopper the world has ever seen. 		Speaker Dawn Fraser Speaker Dawn Fraser
Dawn Fraser is regarded by most as the greatest female swimmer of all time
Speaker Danny Frawley Speaker Danny Frawley
Danny Frawley had an outstanding career with St Kilda, having played 240 games between 1984 and 1995		 Speaker Cathy Freeman Speaker Cathy Freeman
World Champion over 400 Metres and a previous winner of Australian of the Year Award
Speaker Neil Fuller Speaker Neil Fuller
In 1987 during a soccer match, Neil was involved in a heavy tackle, breaking both bones in his right shin and severing an artery. Complications set in and he was forced to have the lower part of his right leg amputated. He made a successful comeback to be one of the finest amputee athletes in Australia.		 Speaker Lee Furlong Speaker Lee Furlong
For the past two years Lee presented a nutrition & fitness segment on the Network Ten program Seriously AFL. Lee worked with consultants from the Sydney Swans taking us behind the scenes to show what it takes to be a professional AFL player, as well as hosting the Sexiest man in league show on Sports Tonight.
Speaker Wayne Gardner Speaker Wayne Gardner
Wayne Gardener is the Former World 500cc Motor Cycle Grand Prix World Champion. V8 Super and Japanese GT Sports car driving legend with over 20 years experience as a successful business owner.		 Speaker Andrew Gaze Speaker Andrew Gaze
Andrew Gaze is the most decorated basketball player in the country.
Speaker Adam Gilchrist Speaker Adam Gilchrist
One of the world's most exciting cricketers and the current Australian vice-captain. 		Speaker Brian Goorjian Speaker Brian Goorjian
Brian Goorjian is the most successful coach in Australian basketball, commencing his NBL coaching career in 1988
Speaker Elka Graham Speaker Elka Graham
After 7 years of being at the top Elka Graham is one of Australia's brightest and shining stars in swimming. 		Speaker Troy Gray Speaker Troy Gray
Troy Gray is an accomplished Television Presenter and Producer, documentary maker, keynote speaker and radio presenter. Troy also founded, and continues to run, his own business (destinationformen.com.au) and for the past two years has been the South Australian Ambassador for the Australia Day Council.
Speaker Nick Green Speaker Nick Green
Member of Australia's most famous rowing crew, "The Oarsome Foursome" 		Speaker Richard Hadlee Speaker Richard Hadlee
Regarded by many as the greatest cricketing all-rounder of all time.
Speaker Tom Hafey Speaker Tom Hafey
One of the Super Coaches of the VFL. 		Speaker Greg Hall Speaker Greg Hall
Champion International Jockey
Speaker Rob Hamill Speaker Rob Hamill
"An extraordinary mental and physical effort - something very, very special" is how Sir Peter Blake described Rob Hamill and the late Phil Stubbs' incredible achievement in winning the inaugural Atlantic Rowing Race – dubbed the ‘toughest endurance event in history.’		 Speaker Tom Harley Speaker Tom Harley
Geelong's dual-flag winning skipper Tom Harley retired in 2009 leaving behind one of the best captaincy records in AFL history. Harley's leadership skills were consistently praised during his time in the league.
Speaker Bill Harrigan Speaker Bill Harrigan
A professional Rugby League referee with 17 years experience in the Police Force. 		Speaker Rechelle Hawkes Speaker Rechelle Hawkes
One of only two Australian women to win Olympic gold medals at three separate Games
Speaker Doug Hawkins Speaker Doug Hawkins
A former champion Footscray Footballer. 		Speaker Ian Healy Speaker Ian Healy
Ian Healy was a permanent fixture in the Australian Cricket Team from 1988 to 1999, missing just one Test – because of a broken thumb, and amassing five world records along the way:
Speaker Trevor Hendy Speaker Trevor Hendy
Trevor Hendy is unchallenged as the 'greatest Ironman in the world'.		 Speaker Peter Hillary Speaker Peter Hillary
People are inspired by great adventure. And the name Hillary is synonymous with adventure. Peter Hillary is a powerful and dynamic speaker who takes his audience “with him” on one of his many extraordinary experiences: to the summit of Mt Everest; traversing Antarctica to the South Pole; feeding a pod of sharks; or making a terrifying descent of K2 down a vast vertical rock face in a vicious storm. He connects such dramatic achievements to the challenges faced by individuals and teams who are striving for excellence, coping with change, or overcoming obstacles in their own fields
Speaker James Hird Speaker James Hird
1996 Brownlow winner and Captain of Essendon Football Club. 		Speaker Lindy Hou Speaker Lindy Hou
Lindy Hou has fulfilled her childhood dream of standing on the podium with a Gold medal around her neck, by winning one Gold, two Silver and one Bronze medal at the 2004 Athens Paralympic Games.
Speaker Geoff Huegill Speaker Geoff Huegill
I was a dominant figure through to the early 2000s as an elite international champion Butterfly swimmer over 50 and 100 metres		 Speaker Rex Hunt Speaker Rex Hunt
Rex James Hunt, the big man with the big heart and the huge public following.
Speaker Wayne Jackson Speaker Wayne Jackson
Wayne Jackson is best-known for his tenure as the CEO of the Australian Football League.		 Speaker Tim Jarvis Speaker Tim Jarvis
Tim is an environmental scientist, explorer, and author whose philosophy is all about living life to the full and experiencing it first hand. He has undertaken unsupported expeditions to some of the world’s most remote regions, including to the South and North Poles, and across Australia’s largest desert, the Great Victoria.
Speaker Phil Jauncey Speaker Phil Jauncey
Dr Phil Jauncey is a keynote speaker and corporate trainer in management, performance psychology, communication, marketing, education and sports psychology. 		Speaker Terry Jenner Speaker Terry Jenner
Terry Jenner has experienced the extremes of life!
Speaker Dick Johnson Speaker Dick Johnson
One of Australia's truly memorable and inspirational racing drivers 		Speaker Dean Jones Speaker Dean Jones
Dean is a Director of Left Field Solutions Pty Ltd, and a retired world-class Australian cricketer.
Speaker Ray Jordan Speaker Ray Jordan
One of the true characters of Victorian Sport. 		Speaker Sam Kekovich Speaker Sam Kekovich
"You know it makes sense:, I'm Sam Kekovich".
Speaker Shannah Kennedy Speaker Shannah Kennedy
With 12 years experience in working with Australia’s leading athletes and 5 years with senior corporate executives and celebrities as a trainer and presenter Australia wide, Shannah draws on her amazing experiences of athlete success, knowledge, techniques, lifeskill studies and her personal battle with chronic fatigue.		 Speaker Neil Kerley Speaker Neil Kerley
The "King" of football in South Australia, with over 5 decades of experience in the AFL at the highest level.
Speaker Charlie King Speaker Charlie King
Territorians are renowned for their love of sport; both as players and spectators. Football, Sepak Takraw, netball, you name it, they play it. Charlie King is in the thick of it all, Northern Territory style.		 Speaker Daniel Kowalski Speaker Daniel Kowalski
Not just a world class swimmer...
Speaker Tim Lane Speaker Tim Lane
Lane's career has seen him broadcast sport from events all over the globe. 		Speaker Justin Langer Speaker Justin Langer
Justin’s success as an Australian Test Crickter is the result of hard work and a strong determined will. His sincerity, strength of purpose, humour and broad appeal has also made him a much sought after corporate speaker
Speaker Steve Larkham Speaker Steve Larkham
Steve is one of the biggest names in world rugby and his reputation as a game breaker continues to grow every time he takes the playing field for the Wallabies and the ACT Brumbies.		 Speaker Vinny Lauwers Speaker Vinny Lauwers
The first disabled person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.
Speaker Laurie Lawrence Speaker Laurie Lawrence
As a motivator and entertainer he supports the "knuckles down the wall" approach in pursuing his personal credo of "Striving for Excellence"		 Speaker Bill Lawry Speaker Bill Lawry
One of the greatest opening batsmen to ever play for Victoria and Australia.
Speaker Darren Lehmann Speaker Darren Lehmann
At the age of 32, Darren Lehmann was finally given his chance to establish a regular place in the Australian Test team, replacing Mark Waugh after his retirement.		 Speaker Wally Lewis Speaker Wally Lewis
The undisputed King of Rugby...
Speaker Karni Liddell Speaker Karni Liddell
Karni Liddell has already established herself as one of Australia's most successful and well-respected Paralympic swimmers of our time. 		Speaker David Lim Speaker David Lim
David Lim, is best known in Singapore for leading the 1st Singapore Mt Everest Expedition in 1998 which succeeded in placing two members on the summit.
Speaker Alastair Lynch Speaker Alastair Lynch
Alastair Lynch, former captain and key member of the history-making Brisbane Lions team is now a high demand motivational speaker.		 Speaker Garry Lyon Speaker Garry Lyon
A prominent star of the AFL throughout the late eighties and nineties.
Speaker Sandra Mackenzie Speaker Sandra Mackenzie
Sandra is one of Australia's most successful female international professional golfers, as well as a sought after media commentator.		 Speaker John Maclean Speaker John Maclean
A sports natural from childhood, in 1988 John Maclean was a promising rugby league player. But during fitness training, while cycling near his hometown, John was hit by an 8 tonne truck.
Speaker Mick Malthouse Speaker Mick Malthouse
Current coach for the Collingwood Football team and a prominent figure in the AFL.		 Speaker Russell Mark Speaker Russell Mark
One of Australia's four Individual Gold Medallists at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games
Speaker Rod Marsh Speaker Rod Marsh
Thick-set in build and combative in approach, Rodney Marsh remains one of the most respected wicketkeepers to have ever played international cricket. 		Speaker Leigh Matthews Speaker Leigh Matthews
A living legend in AFL football, a reknowned superstar coach and an astute tactician.
Speaker Rupert McCall Speaker Rupert McCall
Rupert’s popularity transcends all demographics and ages, from the schools he visits to the corporate functions that he entertains. The constant theme is his passion about all things Australian and his ability to share this enthusiasm with any audience.		 Speaker Jason McCartney Speaker Jason McCartney
The hero and face of the Bali Bombings, and a person who epitomises the Australian Fighting Spirit.
Speaker Rebecca McConnell Speaker Rebecca McConnell
Rebecca was a keen sports person from a young age. Her morale was shattered when she permanently injured her back.		 Speaker Rowland McGabhann Speaker Rowland McGabhann
ROWLAND MCGABHANN CPEI, APS, is a Physical Education Instructor and has studied biochemistry and behavioural psychology.
Speaker Rosco McGlashan Speaker Rosco McGlashan
Fastest Aussie on earth and holder of the Australian Land Speed record. 		Speaker Eddie McGuire Speaker Eddie McGuire
Eddie McGuire is one of Australia’s most accomplished and versatile television personalities.
Speaker Mike McKay Speaker Mike McKay
Best known as the Captain of the double Olympic Gold Medal winning "Oarsome Foursome" 		Speaker Mark McKeon Speaker Mark McKeon
A leader in the area of wellbeing and a successful international presenter.
Speaker Peter Meares Speaker Peter Meares
Peter Meares has been one of Queensland's leading sports commentators for the past 35 years. Best known for his hosting of the Brisbane Commonwealth Games in 1982 with the ABC, Peter has been a familiar face on television throughout Australia. .		 Speaker Mal Meninga Speaker Mal Meninga
Malcolm Norman Meninga AM is an Australian rugby league identity.
Speaker Michael Milton Speaker Michael Milton
Michael Milton is one of Australia's best-known athletes. His four gold medal haul at the 2002 Winter Paralympic Games endeared him to a sport-loving nation and earned him the title of Laureus World Sportsperson of the Year with a Disability. 		Speaker Sophie Morell Speaker Sophie Morell
Australia's most inspiring and glamorous transplant survivor.
Speaker Stirling Mortlock Speaker Stirling Mortlock
Former Wallabies captian and champion centre of world rugby.		 Speaker Tony Mowbray Speaker Tony Mowbray
The 'Power of Commitment' enabled Tony Mowbray to weather storms and become the fastest Australian to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.
Speaker Bill Nelson Speaker Bill Nelson
Regarded as one of the world's most elite sporting coaches, specialising in team and personal development.		 Speaker Sam Newman Speaker Sam Newman
Possibly Australia's most well known football personality.
Speaker Simon O'Donnell Speaker Simon O'Donnell
The sporting career of Simon O'Donnell reads like a schoolboy's dream come true. After two successful seasons with the Saints, Simon was faced with a difficult but enviable decision - whether to concentrate on cricket or football.		 Speaker Kerry O'Keeffe Speaker Kerry O'Keeffe
Having wit, wisdom and a penchant for sport, this former Test cricketer enjoys a successful media career.
Speaker Susie O'Neill Speaker Susie O'Neill
The Queen of the swimming pool 		Speaker Brett Ogle Speaker Brett Ogle
One of the most recognisable faces in Australian Golf, Brett Ogle has continued upon his success as a professional golfer during the 80's and 90's, and has now climbed to heights as a highly recognised and respected media personality.
Speaker David Parkin Speaker David Parkin
Extensive sporting experience makes David Parkin an authority on issues involved with motivation, leadership and teamwork.		 Speaker Nova Peris Speaker Nova Peris
One of the few athletes to have gained gold in both an individual and team sport event
Speaker Kieren Perkins Speaker Kieren Perkins
Winner of the 1500 Metres Freestyle at both the 1992 and 1996 Olympic Games... 		Speaker Clark Perry Speaker Clark Perry
An authority in sport psychology, leadership and team development who is second to none.
Speaker Wayne Phillips Speaker Wayne Phillips
South Australia's Wayne Phillips was a rakishly built left handed batsman and wicketkeeper who represented both state and country in Cricket over the course of a first class career that spanned the thirteen year period between the 1977-78 and 1990-91 seasons. 		Speaker Angela Pippos Speaker Angela Pippos
. After three years cutting her teeth as a researcher and reporter with ABC Television in Adelaide she was lured across the border to take up a sports reporting position in Melbourne. Although it didn’t fit in with her plans of becoming a political journalist she took the plunge and it paid off. Within a few months she was presenting the sports segment at the 7pm News desk on weekends and then was promoted to weeknights alongside Ian Henderson.
Speaker Norma Plummer Speaker Norma Plummer
Norma Plummer is the Australian Netball Coach and one of Australia’s most respected coaches.		 Speaker Kerri Pottharst Speaker Kerri Pottharst
Australian Beach Volleyball Champion who has represented her country for 22 years
Speaker Tony Rafferty Speaker Tony Rafferty
Tony Rafferty was the first man to run from Melbourne to Sydney. 		Speaker Roger Rasheed Speaker Roger Rasheed
Well-known tennis coach, Roger Rasheed, is also successful in the fitness and media industries, as well as previous tennis and AFL careers.
Speaker Andy Raymond Speaker Andy Raymond
Over the past nineteen years Andy Raymond has built an impressive career across Australian television, radio and the corporate MC circuit. His ability to adapt his presentation, hosting or commentating duties across a diverse range of sports and industries is remarkable.		 Speaker Samantha Riley Speaker Samantha Riley
World Champion and World Record Holder in the 100 and 200 Metres Breaststroke
Speaker Greg Ritchie Speaker Greg Ritchie
One of the characters of the game, and affectionately known as “Fat Cat”, the burly Ritchie developed into a first class batsman who possessed wonderful timing when in full, glorious flow.		 Speaker Gillian Rolton Speaker Gillian Rolton
Champion who made Australian sporting history with back-to-back Olympic equestrian gold medals
Speaker Giaan Rooney Speaker Giaan Rooney
Giaan burst onto the international swimming scene at the age of 15, winning Gold in the 100m Backstroke at the 1998 Commonwealth Games. She demonstrated her versatility at the Sydney Olympics, finishing the meet in style with two Silver Medals from the relay events		 Speaker Paul Roos Speaker Paul Roos
When Sydney Swans coach Paul Roos placed his hands on the AFL premiership trophy it signalled the end of a 72 year drought for the club.
Speaker Eric Rush Speaker Eric Rush
Eric started first-class rugby with Auckland as an explosive flanker with more pace than most backs. After transferring to North Harbour he got more regular match play and was switched to the backs in 1992.		 Speaker Anne Sargeant Speaker Anne Sargeant
Member of the World Champion Netball sides of 1979 and 1983.
Speaker Louise Sauvage Speaker Louise Sauvage
Australia's successful Paralympian is a World Record Holder, World Champion and Gold Medallist 		Speaker Peter Senior Speaker Peter Senior
One of Australia's most consistently successful PGA players over the last twenty years
Speaker John Shackleton Speaker John Shackleton
John Shackleton became one of Europe’s top inspirational speakers after achieving phenomenal success in many areas. Successful businessman, International sports coach, Property developer, British and New Zealand masters swimming champion, Executive coach to CEO’s and MD’s.		 Speaker Bob Shearer Speaker Bob Shearer
Outstanding golfing personality with an infectious sense of humour.
Speaker Kevin Sheedy Speaker Kevin Sheedy
KEVIN SHEEDY is one of the Australian Football League’s most enduring figures. A player and coach over five decades, Kevin has an unsurpassed record of involvement in a 1000 games and eight premierships.		 Speaker Janine Shepherd Speaker Janine Shepherd
Janine Shepherd's story reads like the plot of a Hollywood movie. A champion cross country skier, her life was irrevocably altered when she was hit by a truck...
Speaker Matt Shirvington Speaker Matt Shirvington
Phenomenal Australian sprint talent. 		Speaker Bob Simpson Speaker Bob Simpson
Champion Test cricketer who captained Australia for five years.
Speaker Dr Glenn Singleman Speaker Dr Glenn Singleman
Glenn and Heather are a husband and wife team with a truly unique presentation. There is nothing else like it anywhere in the world. It is also inspirational, visually spectacular, and educational. 		Speaker Kate Slatter Speaker Kate Slatter
With only 12 months experience, yet a wealth of ambition and drive, at the age of 19 Kate became a member of the first women’s rowing crew since 1984 to make a final in the Barcelona Olympics.
Speaker Phil Smyth Speaker Phil Smyth
Phil Smyth is a legend of Australian sport, making his name and earning his reputation on the basketball court.		 Speaker Jordan Spencer Speaker Jordan Spencer
He began his speaking career court announcing at the basketball, but expanded to include commentary of events as diverse as Kite Surfing, BMX, Triathlon and Cycling.
Speaker Rachael Sporn Speaker Rachael Sporn
Rachael Sporn has become one of Australia's most recognisable female basketball players and has played for teams such as the World Championship Team, the Detroit Shock, and the Australian Opals.		 Speaker Keith Stackpole Speaker Keith Stackpole
One of the most exciting opening batsmen to ever play for Victoria and Australia.
Speaker Sue Stanley Speaker Sue Stanley
The only aerobic athlete to win three World Championships 		Speaker Ian Stanley Speaker Ian Stanley
Ian Stanley followed in the footsteps of two of his heroes, Kel Nagle and Peter Thomson, when he won the 2001 British Senior PGA Championship at Carden Park and then, a matter of weeks later, also won the Senior British Open, at Royal County Down, thereby emulating Neil Coles as the only man to have achieved this double in a single calendar year.
Speaker Ricky Stuart Speaker Ricky Stuart
Ricky Stuart is at the top of rugby league's world coaching ladder.		 Speaker Jim Stynes Speaker Jim Stynes
He has been described as 'Australia's most successful sporting experiment'.
Speaker Lisa Tamati Speaker Lisa Tamati
Lisa is an extreme ultrarunner who has been running Ultramarathon events for the past 13 years.		 Speaker Mark Taylor Speaker Mark Taylor
Voted Australia's most admired sportsperson by "Inside Sport" magazine in February 1999.
Speaker Shelley Taylor-Smith Speaker Shelley Taylor-Smith
Seven-time World Champion Marathon Swimmer and a respected motivational keynote speaker.		 Speaker Petria Thomas Speaker Petria Thomas
Petria Thomas has become one of Australia's most successful female swimmers. Her three gold medals and one silver medal at the Athens Olympic Games brought her Olympic medal count to eight.
Speaker Mark Thompson Speaker Mark Thompson
Former AFL footballer and current coach of Geelong Football Club.		 Speaker Peter Thomson Speaker Peter Thomson
Honoured as the 2001 Legend of Australian Sport.
Speaker Ian Thorpe Speaker Ian Thorpe
Extraordinary Olympic Swimming Champion and inspirational spokesperson for his generation 		Speaker Michelle Timms Speaker Michelle Timms
The first Australian - male or female - to play professional basketball abroad.
Speaker Tammy Van Wisse Speaker Tammy Van Wisse
Marathon swimming champion who has conquered some of the world's longest, deepest and coldest waterways.		 Speaker Paul Vautin Speaker Paul Vautin
Former Rugby star and one of the real characters of Australian Sport.
Speaker Paul Wade Speaker Paul Wade
Former Captain of the Australian Soccer team and Soccero legend.		 Speaker Max Walker Speaker Max Walker
Max Walker has travelled an amazing journey from schoolboy sporting prodigy to one of the most recognisable faces and voices in Australia.
Speaker Charlie Walsh Speaker Charlie Walsh
Head Coach at the Australian Institute of Sport for the Women's and Men's Track Cycling Program. 		Speaker Doug Walters Speaker Doug Walters
One of Australia's cricketing legends.
Speaker Tim Watson Speaker Tim Watson
AFL football Legend 		Speaker Katrina Webb Speaker Katrina Webb
Katrina Webb is recognised and acknowledged for her unique athleticism and outstanding success as a Paralympic athlete.
Speaker Michael Wenden Speaker Michael Wenden
Broke the World Record in his Gold Medal 100 Metres freestyle swim at the 1968 Mexico Olympics 		Speaker Mike Whitney Speaker Mike Whitney
Test cricketer and television personality.
Speaker Tracey Wickham Speaker Tracey Wickham
Five times world record holder in the 400, 800 and 1500 metre freestyle events 		Speaker Leon Wiegard Speaker Leon Wiegard
Leon is a Life Member of the Australian Football League, one of the longest serving Directors of the VFL/AFL and is the president of the Olympians Club of Australia (since 2000).
Speaker Rebecca Wilson Speaker Rebecca Wilson
Queensland's gift to the nation, Rebecca Wilson has spent the better part of her life playing, watching and talking sport.		 Speaker Bill Woods Speaker Bill Woods
Bill Woods has now been broadcasting for 25 years, 18 of those with Network Ten.
Speaker Louise Yaxley Speaker Louise Yaxley
Life changed forever for Louise whilst she was training with her teammates, the Australian Institute of Sport Women’s Road Cycling Team, in preparation for the World Championships.
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