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Robyn McCambridge with her new book ‘The OHA Hockey Club – 100 Years of History’ Hundred years of hockey history

AFTER an epic decadelong process, a highly detailed and meticulously researched book documenting the 100year history of Hobart’s OHA Hockey Club has finally been released.

Author Robyn McCambridge embarked on the challenge of chronicling the history of both the Women’s and Men’s sides of the club back in 2013, inspired by the work already done by fellow Life Member John Sargent in his 1997 book ‘We are OHA - Reflections and Collections’.

Robyn spent countless hours researching, reading, documenting and clarifying material for her book, which is believed to be one of the most detailed history books ever written about an Australian hockey club.

The book – which perfectly encapsulates the club’s centenary motto ‘Celebrating the past and inspiring our future’ - was officially launched at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre on 13 August, at an event attended by more than 80 club members, supporters and hockey enthusiasts.

Robyn’s son, David McCambridge, opened proceedings, highlighting his mother’s commitment to OHA.

“She was and is a player, parent, committee member, junior coordinator, coach, mentor, historian, centenary committee member and Life Member,” he said.

“Robyn, you are an inspiration and a treasure of both the OHA hockey club and our family.

“Few people will every truly appreciate the toil and labour you have undergone to get to today.”

Hockey Tasmania CEO and OHA club member Damian Smith also addressed the crowd at the launch, before Life Member Nicolas Turner interviewed a panel featuring Robyn and fellow Life Members Nicki Stewart, Peter Woolford and John Sargent.

To purchase a hardcover or softcover copy of the book, phone John McCambridge on 0409 956 898.

Sam Clifford breaks the tape to win the 10km event

Rain can’t stop the Glenorchy Fun Run

MORE than 300 people of all ages braved the conditions on 14 August to run, jog or walk the 32nd Hazell Bros Glenorchy Fun Run.

Heavy morning rain and strong winds threatened to derail the event. But just moments before the starter’s gun went, the rain relented and participants were able to stay relatively dry.

Launceston’s Sam Clifford won the Pace Financial Services 10km event, kicking clear in the latter stages of the race to win in a time of 30:31. He was followed home by Bailey MurzeckiHince (30:57) and Phil McConnon (33:28).

Meriem Daoui (37:42) defended her Women’s 10km title, coming in ahead of Ruth Wilson (40:41) and 17-year-old Emily Best (41:36).

The Running Edge 5km event featured a tight battle between eventual winner Gabe Dennison (16:16) and Sam Kohne, who finished second in 16:25. Gerry Connolly was third in 17:49, one second ahead of his daughter.

In the women’s race, Lilly Ellis continued her meteoric rise, winning in a time of 17 min. 25 sec. while Sophie Connolly was 2nd (17 min. 50 sec.) and Caitlin Barnett grabbed 3rd (22 min. 02 sec.).

Arden Petersen took out the Steeline Tasmania 2km event for the second straight year, and will be now looking for a high placing in the upcoming National Cross-Country Championships. He was chased home by Jett Ford (7 min. 26 sec.) and Campbell Rathbone (9:15).

Grace Wood (9:14) won a close race in the girl’s event, finishing just two seconds of Zoey Penney. Ruby Proposch (9:36) was third.

Risdon Primary and Hobart City High School were the lucky winners of the Steeline Tasmania School Sport prizes.

The Fun Run was organised by the Northern Suburbs Athletic Club, with club vice president Richard Welsh thanking the event’s sponsors, partners and volunteers for helping make it a success.

“This was a true community event with many volunteers from the athletics community (who braved the challenging weather) in place to ensure that everything ran smoothly,” he said.

“There were many positive comments from participants acknowledging their important contribution.”

Bellerive Primary students ask questions of the Tasmanian cricketers visiting their school Backyard Blitz for cricket kids

THOUSANDS of youngsters have been introduced to the basics of cricket by some of Tasmania’s best players, as the Hydro Tasmania Community Cricket Blitz toured the state last month.

Up to 7,000 children from 38 schools across the state took part in this year’s Blitz, with participants ranging from kindergarten right up to Year 10.

A group of 26 Tasmanian Tigers and Hobart Hurricanes male and female players visited schools across the state – including the East Coast, West Coast and King Island regions - supported by Cricket Tasmania staff.

As well as running clinics teaching students the basics of cricket, participants also had the chance to meet and ask questions of some of their favourite players.

Cricket Tasmania’s General Manager of Hurricanes and Commercial, Scott Barnes, said it was fantastic to see schools keen to be involved again in Cricket Tasmania’s curriculumaligned cricket programs, which are reaching more regions of the state this year.

“As always it’s a busy pre-season for our players, but they love the opportunity to get out into the community, visit all different corners of the state, and meet so many members of our community,” he said.

“Our strategy with the Blitz is a little different this year, as we may be attending less schools but we are running more sessions with more year levels at each school that we do visit - to the points that we’re actually expected to reach more than double the number of participants we did last year.”

Iron kids ready to run on Hobart waterfront

THE next generation of triathlon stars will be part of the action at February’s IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania, following the announcement that the weekend will feature an IRONKIDS event.

IRONKIDS Tasmania will take place on 4 February on the Hobart waterfront, taking in part of the course that athletes will take to in IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania the following day.

The event will be split into two categories, with children aged 7-10 years completing a 1km run, and those aged 11-13 years running 1.5km.

All runners will receive an IRONKIDS Tasmania t-shirt and finisher medal and get the full IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania finish experience, making their way down the red carpet to finish on the Princes Wharf No1 forecourt.

The IRONMAN Group Oceania regional director Carl Smith said the IRONKIDS event is a great addition to the inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania.

“IRONKIDS provides a great opportunity for more people to get involved in the event and we love seeing kids out enjoying themselves and being a part of the weekend,” he said.

‘“The 1km and 1.5km run course provide an achievable goal for kids taking part and they get the fun of running down the finish chute like so many others will the following day at IRONMAN 70.3 Tasmania.”

Entries for IRONKIDS Tasmania are now open. Spots on the starting line can be secured by visiting www.ironman.com/ im703-tasmania

Fundraiser Lewis Taylor (centre) with Roll Cycles manager Nick Driessen and Cancer Council CEO Penny Egan

Lewis rolls past target

HOBART resident Lewis Taylor has surpassed his fundraising goal of $158,000 eight weeks after completing his final climb for the 158 Challenge.

In January Lewis set out with an ambitious goal of summiting all of Tasmania’s 158 abels (mountains higher than 1100m) in 158 days whilst raising critical funds for the Cancer Council Tasmania.

“It was absolutely incredible to hit my fundraising goal after two years of planning and executing,” Lewis said.

“From those who donated a few dollars right through to those large business donations, I can’t thank you enough and in particular, I want to thank Rolls Cycles who came in at the end to see me past my target.”

Cancer Council Tasmania CEO Penny Egan said the not-for-profit organisation relies on generous donations such as Lewis’ to be able to provide its program and services.

“Lewis has raised more than $165,000 – that is the most a community fundraiser has ever raised for us here in Tasmania,” Ms Egan said.

“Last year we provided 6000 transports to treatment for people living with cancer and 7000 occasions of support to those impacted by cancer so receiving this kind of donation will go a long way in ensuring that we can continue to provide our programs and services.

“Thank you to everyone who supported Lewis because in supporting Lewis you have supported many Tasmania’s impacted by cancer.”

Donations for the 158 Challenge are open until the end of the month, via 158challenge. com

Tasmanian Heartkids representative George Clarke (right) with players Nakisha Grimsey and Jaythan Poulson, preparing for the annual Kick for Heartkids event at KGV Oval Footy match with Heart

FOOTBALL players from across the state will come together later this month to play in the annual Kick 4 Heartkids charity game.

Forty-eight keen players will take to the KGV Oval on 17 September in a flurry of red and blue, to raise awareness about congenital heart disease in Tasmania.

Tasmanian Heartkids representative George Clarke said the work being done at Heartkids is important for every Tasmanian.

“I live with a congenital heart disease and have grown up with the support of Heartkids,” he said.

“I’ve had six openheart operations to maintain multiple issues I’ve had with my heart, and Heartkids has been there for me every step of the way.

“I do these events to give back and make sure Heartkids gets the recognition it deserves.”

For the past three years George has been organising the annual Kick 4 Heartkids event to help raise awareness in Tasmania.

The first game was held at St Virgil’s in 2019 and raised more than $900. Last year’s match was played on the gravel oval at Queenstown and raised $3000.

“Congenital heart disease is the most common birth abnormality, affecting one in every 100 babies,” he said.

“This is very real issue in our community, and I hope this annual event helps to spread the word.

“So come on down for a great game of footy and help us crack our $2,500 fundraising goal.”

Kick 4 Heartkids will be held at KGV on 17 September, with the first bounce at 5pm. Entry is by gold coin donation.

To make a donation visit www.heartkids.org. au/my-fundraising/237/ kick-for-heartkids-3

SET TO STING

JackJumpers head coach Scott Roth (centre) welcomes new imports Milton Doyle and Rashard Kelly to Hobart

THE Tasmania JackJumpers’ new imports have landed in Hobart, keen to make their mark on the 2022/23 Hungry Jack’s NBL season.

Shooting guard Milton Doyle and power forward Rashard Kelly arrived on 15 August, brought in to replace departing American duo Josh Adams and MiKyle McIntosh.

Doyle, 28, played 10 NBA games with the Brooklyn Nets during the 2017-18 season, after starring for the Loyola Ramblers in college.

He returned to the NBA in 2019 after signing with the Chicago Bulls, averaging 17.5 points, 5.8 assists, 4.1 rebounds, and 2 steals per game for the team’s G-League affiliate, the Windy City Bulls.

Doyle has also played in Spain, Italy and most recently for Gaziantep Basketbol in the Turkish Basketball Super League.

“I watched the NBL playoffs and championship game, the JackJumpers’ team chemistry is great and everyone plays their role well,” he said.

“I know what they bring to the table and I’m looking forward to playing with these guys.”

Kelly graduated from Wichita State University in Kansas in 2018, beginning his professional career with Russian club Parma before stints in Italy and Turkey.

The 26-year-old most recently played with JDA Dijon Basket in France’s LNB Pro A league, averaging 11.4 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.

“I’m excited about the program you guys have got here, and the things you’re trying to accomplish,” Kelly said.

“I’ve been following the league for a while, since I became a professional. I’ve been intrigued by it and wanted to be part of the NBL, so when Tasmania gave me a shot I had to say ‘yes’ with no hesitation.”

The JackJumpers also recently added former South East Melbourne Phoenix player Tristan Forstyth as an early-season injury replacement for star centre Will Magnay, along with development players Josh Tomasi and Walter Brown.

The JackJumpers will begin their second season on the road against the Phoenix, before returning home to host the Cairns Taipans on 3 October - the first of many matches at Glenorchy’s MyState Bank Arena set to sell out.

The JackJumpers have also secured blockbuster home games on Boxing Day (vs the New Zealand Breakers) and New Year’s Day (vs the Phoenix).

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