WA’s rising stars looking to shine

Three WA players have been selected as part of the next generation of Australian bowls talent named to compete at a National Pathways Event to be held on the Gold Coast in July. Recently crowned WA Champion of Club Champion Singles winner Jack East (Osborne Park) gets his chance to impress.

East, a former Australian Under-18 Singles champion, impressed during his debut for WA last season, also on the Gold Coast.

Yanchep’s Jodie Nikolic, recipient of the Clover Lester Encouragement Award at last year’s MultiDisability Championships as the best first year player at the event, is WA's second representative. Nikolic is a rising star on the bowls scene, not only showing us what she is capable of on the green but also playing a key role within her own club.

Harvey’s Calvin Rodgers is the third WA player to be named, and it's rich reward for his efforts over the years. Rodgers is a classy player and mixing with the very best upcoming players in the sport will only result in improvements in his game.

Team One: Kira Bourke (QLD), Sophie Kurzman (VIC), Tyson Cromie (VIC), Tyson Wilson (SA), Cohen Litfin (QLD), Calvin Rodgers (Para WA), Lucas Protopapas (Para VIC).

Team Two: Grace Moloney (SA), Jessie Cottell (NSW), Jack East (WA), Beau Prideaux (NSW), Nathan Black (SA), Alison East (Para VIC), Brett Sellars (Para QLD).

Team Three: Chloe Morrison (ACT), Lauren Banks (TAS), Michael Phillips (NSW), Kane Nelson (QLD), Brendan Gallagher (VIC), Matt Barrie (Para ACT), Cooper Whitestyles (Para QLD).

Team Four: Kate Matthews (NSW), Brianna Smith (NSW), Chris Rosanes (QLD), Nick Cahill (QLD), Kyle Hansen (NSW), Jodie Nikolic (Para WA), Josh Barry (Para VIC).