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2010 WORLD CUP - SYDNEY

Watch Warren's last 2 shots in the 600...in live action...thanks to Will who took the footage. Flash Player may be required

Warren's thoughts

Robyn's thoughts

please give the video a moment to load....it will happen

23 nations and over 230 athletes competed at the recent ISSF World Cup in Sydney. The Australian team was well represented over all the rifle events, and the full results are available at www.results.sius.com

Top "Honourable mention" must go to Warren Potent who shot 600 in the Mens Prone qualifying event and then pressed his lead even further to claim the Gold medal. Warren's performance was a delight to watch, even though, at times, the audience were more nervous that Warren appeared to be.

Next "Honourable mention" goes to Robyn Van Nus, who shot an impressive 583 (new Aus record) in Womens 3P to enter the final in second place. As this was Robyn's first Final in a World Cup, the nerves were evident. Anyone who questions the feelings entering a World Cup Final....obviously has not qualified for one. Robyn finished a creditable 4th.

Not to be outdone, Robyn then shot the Women's Prone and claimed the Gold medal with 591. It was wonderful to see so many Australians stay for the Awards Ceremony, and cheer the medal winners from Australia, China & New Zealand..

Another "Honourable mention" goes to Alethea Sedgeman, who in her first World Cup shot as a "MQS" competitor, and ended with a good score of 576 in the Womens 3P, Alethea is a young shooter with a great future. Her score would have placed her in the top ten shooters - great stuff Alethea.

URGENT STUFF If your name appears on the AISL Ranking List, then it is important that all DATES OF BIRTH are also recorded within the system. Please send this info ASAP to Tricia Van Nus. Obviously all information received, will be held in confidence.

QANTAS

As of March 1st...QANTAS may charge all sportspeople with sporting equipment over the total luggage limit.

23 kilos is free, and anything after that may be charged at a rate of $8-$10 per kilo. This impacts on shooters due to the nature of the sport. Be prepared to pay as you check in.

What is being done about this?? Obviously letters and emails have been sent to the relevant bodies, and the issue is to be raised at the next Australian Sports Minister's meeting, thanks to the WA Institute of Sport. It is most unfortunate that QANTAS has chosen this route. There was no advertising re the change, however much digging, it can be found on the QANTAS website.

Your solution? If you are to be a fairly frequent traveller in 2009, then QANTAS Club membership is one option, as this gives an extra 10 kilos per trip. Membership through AISL corporate is reasonably priced and access to this is via contacting AISL.

NATIONALS ENQUIRY
Have you ever wanted to make your voice known about the format of the TRA National Championships? They are too long, too short, or don't have the events on the right days? Then this ongoing Nationals survey from the Technical Committee is just the answer. Complete it and send it on. Your thoughts are aways welcome.

VOLUNTEERS A simple way to ensure the continuation of our sport, is to encourage its volunteers. If you feel that you have the inclination and time to get involved in any way, no matter how small, then please complete the Volunteer Registration.

June 2009

2010 WORLD CUP - SYDNEY Watch Warren's last 2 shots in the 600...in live action...thanks to Will who took the footage. Flash Player may be required Warren's thoughts Robyn's thoughts	please give the video a moment to load....it will happen 23 nations and over 230 athletes competed at the recent ISSF World Cup in Sydney. The Australian team was well represented over all the rifle events, and the full results are available at www.results.sius.com Top "Honourable mention" must go to Warren Potent who shot 600 in the Mens Prone qualifying event and then pressed his lead even further to claim the Gold medal. Warren's performance was a delight to watch, even though, at times, the audience were more nervous that Warren appeared to be. Next "Honourable mention" goes to Robyn Van Nus, who shot an impressive 583 (new Aus record) in Womens 3P to enter the final in second place. As this was Robyn's first Final in a World Cup, the nerves were evident. Anyone who questions the feelings entering a World Cup Final....obviously has not qualified for one. Robyn finished a creditable 4th. Not to be outdone, Robyn then shot the Women's Prone and claimed the Gold medal with 591. It was wonderful to see so many Australians stay for the Awards Ceremony, and cheer the medal winners from Australia, China & New Zealand.. Another "Honourable mention" goes to Alethea Sedgeman, who in her first World Cup shot as a "MQS" competitor, and ended with a good score of 576 in the Womens 3P, Alethea is a young shooter with a great future. Her score would have placed her in the top ten shooters - great stuff Alethea.
URGENT STUFF	If your name appears on the AISL Ranking List, then it is important that all DATES OF BIRTH are also recorded within the system. Please send this info ASAP to Tricia Van Nus. Obviously all information received, will be held in confidence.
QANTAS	As of March 1st...QANTAS may charge all sportspeople with sporting equipment over the total luggage limit. 23 kilos is free, and anything* after that may be charged at a rate of $8-$10 per kilo. This impacts on shooters due to the nature of the sport. Be prepared to pay as you check in.* What is being done about this?? Obviously letters and emails have been sent to the relevant bodies, and the issue is to be raised at the next Australian Sports Minister's meeting, thanks to the WA Institute of Sport. It is most unfortunate that QANTAS has chosen this route. There was no advertising re the change, however much digging, it can be found on the QANTAS website. Your solution? If you are to be a fairly frequent traveller in 2009, then QANTAS Club membership is one option, as this gives an extra 10 kilos per trip. Membership through AISL corporate is reasonably priced and access to this is via contacting AISL.
NATIONALS ENQUIRY	Have you ever wanted to make your voice known about the format of the TRA National Championships? They are too long, too short, or don't have the events on the right days? Then this ongoing Nationals survey from the Technical Committee is just the answer. Complete it and send it on. Your thoughts are aways welcome.
VOLUNTEERS	A simple way to ensure the continuation of our sport, is to encourage its volunteers. If you feel that you have the inclination and time to get involved in any way, no matter how small, then please complete the Volunteer Registration.