On Sunday, 25 May 2025, the 2024/25 Triathlon WA Annual Awards were held at the newly renovated Claremont Hotel. We welcomed nearly 150 athletes, supporters, staff, partners and friends to the Grevillea Room to celebrate the season sundowner style. Rob Goyen was our MC, with speeches from TWA President Brenden Koh, TWA Executive Director Mel Farley, and our special award winners.
Triathlon WA would like to congratulate the below award winners on their achievements and contributions in the 2024/25 season. Thank you for being part of the community, and thank you for supporting the sport. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2025/26 for another fantastic year of racing.
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SPECIAL AWARDS
All special award winners were chosen from a fantastic pool of nominees by the Triathlon WA Nominations Panel. A big thank you to everyone who took the time to send in a nomination. Your input really helps us shine a light on the people making a difference in our triathlon community.
Community Coach of the Year
The winner of this award was chosen based on their outstanding coaching of age group triathletes and their proven demonstration of key qualities, including strong engagement with their athletes, high integrity and respect, a genuine commitment to community, and a clear dedication to growing the sport of triathlon here in WA
The 2025 recipient of the Community Coach of the Year Award was Geordie James.
Geordie has worked tirelessly to create regular and accessible training opportunities for Rockingham Triathlon Club members. From beginners’ swim squads to Splash and Dash sessions, he’s made sure there are consistent ways for athletes of all ages and abilities to get involved, improve their fitness, and build confidence. His inclusive approach has attracted a new wave of age group members while also helping to bring through the next generation of triathletes.
His selfless dedication to his club is something truly special. Passionate coaches like Geordie spark interest, build community, and contribute to the ongoing growth of the sport at a grassroots level.
Coach of the Year
The winner of this award was chosen based on their ongoing consideration, commitment, and dedication to coaching Triathlon WA members, as well as their role in supporting Australian athletes to achieve significant competitive success at either the Age Group or High-Performance level between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025.
Our 2025 Coach of the Year for 2025 is Steve Gleeson.
Steve is a High-Performance accredited coach who focuses on the individual needs of his athletes and has helped several WA athletes achieve excellent results at the local, national, and international level. Among them are Sian Munks, with podium finishes at the Oceania Super Sprint and Malaysia Continental Cup, and Sally Pilbeam, who placed 7th at the Paris Paralympics — where Steve also joined the Aussie team as an accredited coach.
He has supported several Pathway Program sessions throughout the season, contributing to the development of the next generation of athletes. His athletes say he leads by example, never misses a training session, and is genuinely dedicated to helping each athlete reach their full potential.
Steve Barrie Technical Official of the Year
The Technical Official of the Year Award, established in 2000, was renamed in 2007 to honour TWA Life Member Steve Barrie. This award recognises a Technical Official who has made a valuable contribution to the program based on their regular participation in the Field of Play and their contribution to the progression of the program throughout the season.
Our 2025 Steve Barrie Technical Official of the Year is Paul Taylor.
This season, Paul has taken on more senior roles within the officiating team, developing his skills along the way. He brings a calm, level-headed approach to every task and is always ready to step in wherever needed. Paul served as Head Referee and also took on his first Technical Delegate role this season, demonstrating his growing experience and commitment to the sport.
Technical Service Awards
The Technical Service Awards are awarded in recognition of a Technical Official who has provided many years of commitment and service. The sport would not be possible if it wasn’t for our Technical Officials.
5 Years of Service – Lucy Harris
5 Years of Service – Kelly-Lynn Fleming
5 Years of Service – Naomi Edmunds
15 Years of Service – Sue Scott
Sue Scott is a standout contributor to triathlon officiating and competition across WA and beyond. As a Level 3 Australian Technical Official and a Level 2 Continental Technical Official with World Triathlon, she brings elite expertise to every event she supports.
Sue’s leadership roles span senior positions at races nationwide, yet she never misses an opportunity to don her age‑group athlete hat — often competing one day and officiating the next.
Her dual talents, dedication, and breadth of experience make her an invaluable asset to the technical program and very worthy of recognition. Thank you, Sue!
Chris Hewitt Memorial Award
The Chris Hewitt Memorial Award acknowledges the service and contribution of Chris Hewitt, past TWA and Triathlon Australia President and member of Stadium Triathlon Club. Originally known as the President’s Trophy, the Award was renamed the Chris Hewitt Memorial Award in 2006.
The TWA President presents this Award to the person deemed to have made the most outstanding contribution to the sport of triathlon through the past season.
The recipient of the Chris Hewitt Memorial Award is Deb Kempe.
Deb has made an incredible impact at Perth Triathlon Club, particularly in the Coach Development space. Volunteering her time to mentor new coaching recruits, she provides thoughtful, constructive, and encouraging feedback that helps them grow in confidence and capability. A passionate and engaged member of Triathlon WA, Deb is always looking for ways to give back and uplift others.
Individual Performance of the Year – Female
This award recognises the most outstanding performance/s by a Western Australian athlete in World Triathlon and Elite events between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025. Our winners demonstrate not only fantastic results, but also integrity, good sportsmanship, and respect for all within the community.
The Female Individual Performance of the Year winner is Paralympian Sally Pilbeam.
Competing in the para-triathlon category PTS4, Sally has had several fantastic results throughout the season including:
- 3rd place at 2024 World Triathlon Para Championships Torremolinos-Andalucia, Spain
- 4th place at 2024 World Triathlon Para Series Yokohama, Japan
- 7th place at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in September
Her journey to Paris was truly inspiring, and achieving that dream is nothing short of remarkable. I’m sure you all watched on from home cheering her on. We couldn’t be prouder of her incredible dedication and success.
Individual Performance of the Year – Male
Our 2025 Male Individual Performance of the Year winner is Matt Burton.
Matt claimed 1st place at the 2024 IRONMAN Asia-Pacific Championship in Cairns — his biggest career win to date. He smashed the competition with a new IRONMAN Cairns course record of 7:45:24, beating Braden Currie’s 2023 record by over five minutes.
Burton didn’t just set the overall course best time; he also obliterated the cycle course record with an incredible 4:05:54 — nearly 10 minutes faster than Cameron Wurf’s 2017 time.
On top of that, he ran 32 minutes faster than he did on the same course last time. This outstanding performance is even more remarkable considering Burton had a serious infection in his right foot in January 2024 – just a few months before the June race.
Professional Athlete of the Year Award – Female
This year, we were excited to introduce a brand-new award. It recognises a Western Australian professional athlete who has delivered the highest level of consistent performance across the season — specifically in domestic World Triathlon draft-legal events and/or professional long course non-drafting races, between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025. Only specific events were included in the eligibility criteria for this award.
Our 2025 Female Professional Athlete of the Year is Sian Munks.
Sian has had a very consistent season, with results including:
- 3rd place at the 2024 Oceania Triathlon Super-Sprint Championships Gold Coast
- 7th place at the 2025 Oceania Triathlon Sprint Championships Mooloolaba
- 12th place at the 2025 Oceania Triathlon Championships Devonport
She was also the winner of our State Sprint Championship at Coastal Quest earlier in the season.
Professional Athlete of the Year Award – Male
Our Male Professional Athlete of the Year is Paralympian David Bryant.
Competing in the para-triathlon category PTS5, David has had brilliant results this season including 2nd place at 2025 World Triathlon Para Series Devonport and 1st place at 2025 Oceania Triathlon Para Champs Mooloolaba.
He also proudly represented Australia for the second time at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, placing 8th in an incredibly competitive field. It was an exciting race to watch, and a fantastic experience to cheer him on all the way from Perth.
Pathway Program Athlete of the Year – Female
The WA Pathway program inspires a lifelong passion for triathlon in young athletes aged 12 to 23. More than just training, it offers a supportive environment for skill development, knowledge building, and personal growth, with a strong focus on long-term enjoyment, health, and success both in sport and life.
The Pathway Athlete of the Year award recognises not only performance, but also outstanding commitment, attitude, leadership, and improvement throughout the season. This year, we’re proud to present both Male and Female awards, celebrating two athletes who truly embody the spirit of Team WA.
Both recipients are wonderful people and have been enthusiastic participants in Team WA masterclasses this season. They consistently demonstrate energy, focus, and leadership, and their results speak volumes, with standout performances at both local and national levels.
The Female winner for 2025 is Ava Henville.
At just 16 years old, Ava is a proud Junior Squad member of Team WA and has had yet another incredible season. She won every local race she lined up for this year, including taking out the Senior title at the School Sport Australia National Championships, held in Rockingham back in March.
Ava also made her mark on the national stage, claiming a brilliant 3rd place at the Oceania Junior Sprint Championships in Devonport. And most recently, she stepped up to the Elite level for the very first time at the Oceania Super Sprint Championships in Runaway Bay—placing an impressive 13th as one of the youngest athletes in a top-quality field.
Pathway Program Athlete of the Year – Male
Our Male winner for 2025 is Christophe Gardner.
Christophe is a dedicated Under 23 squad member in the Pathway program, and he’s had a standout season too. He stepped up to compete in the Open field locally and pushed himself even further by racing in the Elite field at several national World Triathlon events.
His results this season have been nothing short of impressive—finishing 14th in a very strong field at the recent Oceania Elite Super Sprint Championships in Queensland, 11th at the Oceania Elite Sprint Championships in Mooloolaba in March, and 2nd place in the Open field at the Bunbury Standard State Championships back in February. Christophe continues to challenge himself at every opportunity and is a great example of commitment and progression in the sport.
CLUB AWARDS
Champion Club
The Champion Club trophy is awarded annually to the club whose members accumulate the most points across the Triathlete of the Year Series in proportion to the size of the club. This includes both the Senior and Junior Series, recognising not just performance, but also participation.
The winner of the 2025 Champion Club Award is Mandurah Triathlon Club.
Interclub Series Conference Champions
The TWA Interclub Competition is divided into three regions across WA, with clubs earning points based on their members’ participation and performance at events featured on the Interclub Series Calendar.
We’d like to extend a big thank you to all the club members who took part in the Series, the Race Directors who hosted events, the volunteers and committees behind the scenes, and the clubs for getting behind the competition.
The Winner of the North Conference is North Coast Triathlon Club.
The Winner of the South Conference is Fremantle Triathlon Club
The Winner of the Regional Conference is Bunbury Triathlon Club
The Winner of the 2024/25 Interclub Overall Champion is Fremantle Triathlon Club
TRIATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARDS
TOTY Open Winners – Male and Female
Triathlete of the Year Awards reward both participation and performance in the Triathlon WA State Series. To be eligible for an award, athletes must have participated in at least three (3) out of five (5) rounds of State Series events.
An athlete’s best three (3) results were considered in the point scores, with awards presented to the top three (3) eligible athletes.
| PLACE | MALE | FEMALE |
| 1st | Kurt Wesley | Madi Toovey |
| 2nd | Reece Harris | Ella Phelan |
| 3rd | Christophe Gardner | Alexandra Meek |
TOTY Age Group Winners – Male and Female
Triathlete of the Year Awards reward both participation and performance in the Triathlon WA State Series. To be eligible for an award, athletes must have participated in at least three (3) out of five (5) rounds of State Series events.
An athlete’s best three (3) results were considered in the point scores, with awards presented to the top three (3) eligible athletes.
FEMALE WINNERS
| NAME | AGE GROUP | PLACE |
| Florence Erskine | 12-13 yrs | 1ST |
| Erin O’Hare | 12-13 yrs | 2ND |
| Mila Johnson | 12-13 yrs | 3RD |
| Ella Rayner | 14-15 yrs | 1ST |
| Olivia Smith | 14-15 yrs | 2ND |
| Lucy Henville | 14-15 yrs | 3RD |
| Ava Henville | 16-19 yrs | 1ST |
| Gemma Gorton | 16-19 yrs | 2ND |
| Megan Macpherson | 16-19 yrs | 3RD |
| Emma Drew | 20-24 | 1ST |
| Lucy Dowling | 25-29 | 1ST |
| Janne Liebmann | 30-34 | 1ST |
| Donna Kimpton | 30-34 | 2ND |
| Brittany Edwards | 30-34 | 3RD |
| Michelle Carranza | 35-39 | 1ST |
| Emma Moon | 40-44 | 1ST |
| Danni Jones | 40-44 | 2ND |
| Melinda Evans | 40-44 | 3RD |
| Andrea Hopkin | 45-49 | 1ST |
| Kate Atkinson | 45-49 | 2ND |
| Eve O’Hare | 45-49 | 3RD |
| No eligible athletes | 50-54 | – |
| Dorothy Roe | 55-59 | 1ST |
| Pip Laufmann | 55-59 | 2ND |
| Lise Ashton | 60-64 | 1ST |
| Ruth Metcalf | 60-64 | 2ND |
| Julia Gobbert | 65-69 | 1ST |
MALE WINNERS
| NAME | AGE GROUP | PLACE |
| Brodie Moir | 12-13 yrs | 1ST |
| Joel Turner | 12-13 yrs | 2ND |
| Tate Jahn | 12-13 yrs | 3RD |
| Cooper Smeulders | 14-15 yrs | 1ST |
| Luke Williams | 14-15 yrs | 2ND |
| Aiden Behan | 14-15 yrs | 3RD |
| Ivan Nagel | 16-19 yrs | 1ST |
| Caide Ellis | 16-19 yrs | 2ND |
| Jack Wicks | 16-19 yrs | 3RD |
| Daniel Buis | 20-24 | 1ST |
| Harrison McGuinness | 20-24 | 2ND |
| Darcey Ovens | 25-29 | 1ST |
| Steven Pocock | 25-29 | 2ND |
| Keeley Rodgers | 25-29 | 3RD |
| Fraser Shand | 30-34 | 1ST |
| Jarrad Bowen | 30-34 | 2ND |
| Drew Black | 30-34 | 3RD |
| Iain Miller | 35-39 | 1ST |
| Kieran Birch | 35-39 | 2ND |
| Ben Connell | 35-39 | 3RD |
| Brett Johnson | 40-44 | 1ST |
| Philipp Albert | 40-44 | 2ND |
| Cameron Sobejko | 40-44 | 3RD |
| Barry Williamson | 45-49 | 1ST |
| Marcus Rooney | 45-49 | 2ND |
| Tom Andrew | 45-49 | 3RD |
| Bart Hollemans | 50-54 | 1ST |
| Hamish Mactavish | 50-54 | 2ND |
| Stuart Durham | 50-54 | 3RD |
| Matt Mckay | 55-59 | 1ST |
| Russell Harris | 55-59 | 2ND |
| Lucky Phil Monks | 55-59 | 3RD |
| Darryl Harris | 60-64 | 1ST |
| Andrew Johns | 60-64 | 2ND |
| Ian Nokes | 60-64 | 3RD |
| Barry Silverlock | 65-69 | 1ST |
GALLERY
