Surf Life Saving Central Coast has announced a record eight members from the branch have been selected to represent NSW at the 2025 Australian Pool Rescue Championships in Adelaide from August 8-10.
The exceptional cohort includes representatives from three Central Coast surf clubs, with Avoca Beach SLSC achieving a remarkable milestone of five team members, the highest representation from a single club in the branch’s history.
The NSW Interstate Team members are: Zahra Green Terrigal SLSC; Julia Hall Avoca Beach SLSC; Levi Sinclaire Avoca Beach SLSC; Ashton Bone Avoca Beach SLSC; Zach Adams Avoca Beach SLSC; Bodi Bone Avoca Beach SLSC; Jacob Falconer Ocean Beach SLSC; and Riley Wait Terrigal SLSC.
All eight athletes earned their selection through outstanding performances at the SLSNSW Pool Rescue Championships held in June, demonstrating the exceptional talent and dedication of Central Coast surf lifesavers.
“This is an incredible achievement for our branch and reflects the strength of our Pool Rescue program,” Director of Surf Sports, Surf Life Saving Central Coast, Hayden Smith said.
“To have eight representatives on the NSW team is unprecedented for us and shows the quality of athletes and coaching we have across our clubs.”
The record selection is a testament to the Central Coast Pool Rescue program, which has experienced remarkable growth and success over the past five years.
The branch has established itself as a leader among NSW branches, consistently developing elite-level competitors who excel on the state and national stage.
“Our Pool Rescue program has gone from strength to strength, and these results demonstrate that we’re leading the way for all NSW branches,” Surf Life Saving Central Coast CEO Michael Hyslop said.
“The dedication of our athletes, coaches, and clubs has created a culture of excellence that produces results like this.”
Avoca Beach SLSC’s record five selections highlight the club’s exceptional commitment to pool rescue development, while the representation from Terrigal SLSC and Ocean Beach SLSC demonstrates the depth of talent across the Central Coast.
The Australian Pool Rescue Championships bring together the best pool rescue athletes from across Australia, with competitors showcasing their skills in events that mirror real-life rescue scenarios in aquatic environments.
