2026 QLD Award winners announced

29 Jun 2026

The Queensland triathlon community came together to celebrate an outstanding 2025/26 season at the QLD Awards, recognising the athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and clubs who have made a significant impact on the sport.

Leading the athlete honours were Matt Hauser and Richelle Hill, named Professional Athletes of the Year, while Queensland’s next generation was recognised with Zahn Spies and Addison Houslip taking out the Junior Athlete of the Year awards. Jack Howell and Grace Brimelow were celebrated as Paratriathletes of the Year.

Beyond competition, the awards recognised those who continue to strengthen the triathlon community. Leanne McGregor was named Volunteer of the Year, Dan Atkins received Elite Coach of the Year, and Carina Leagues Triathlon Club was recognised with Club Initiative of the Year. TriPink was also honoured as Event of the Year for its outstanding contribution to the sport.

The evening concluded with Philip Hungerford receiving the prestigious President’s Award, recognising his exceptional contribution to triathlon in Queensland.

Congratulations to all award recipients and nominees and thank you to everyone who continues to make Queensland’s triathlon community thrive.

 

2026 Winners:

Professional Athlete of the Year – Male Matt Hauser
Professional Athlete of the Year – Female Richelle Hill
Junior Athlete of the Year – Male Zahn Spies
Junior Athlete of the Year – Female Addison Houslip
Paratriathlete of the Year – Male Jack Howell
Paratriathlete of the Year – Female Grace Brimelow
Athletes Athlete of the Year – Sarah Richmond
Most Inspiring Performance – Matt Hauser
Technical Official of the Year – Sue Fairweather
Technical Official of the Year – Mike Addison
Club Initative of the Year – Carina Leagues Triathlon Club
Volunteer of the Year – Leanne McGregor
Elite Coach of the Year – Dan Atkins
Junior Coach of the Year – Rina Hill
Club Coach of the Year – Nikki Giles
Club Event of the Year – Moranbah Australia Day Triathlon
Event of the Year – TriPink
President’s Award – Philip Hungerford

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