Aussie, Kiwi star gymnasts to compete in Geelong

HUNDREDS of Australia’s best gymnasts will compete in Geelong over the next week.
Competitors will contest three championships covering state, interstate and national titles from Saturday until 15 November.
The event would feature international-level competitors and include entrants from New Zealand, said Gymnastics Victoria chief Jamie Parsons.
The event would be particularly important to gymnasts in the Geelong region, she said.
“Gymnastics Victoria is working hard to increase participation and investment in new gymnastics facilities for the community of Geelong and surrounding suburbs. I encourage the community of Geelong to the show their support for the growth of gymnastics and enjoy the gymnastics competition and entertainment on show in November.”
Organisers said leading competitors set to compete in Geelong included Australian senior international gymnast Alexandra Eade, on the comeback trail from a wrist injury, and talented Kiwi Charleis Kingston-White.
Gymnastics Victoria events and marketing manager Jacqui Godfrey tipped a “carnival-like atmosphere” with 350 athletes at the Geelong Arena.
“These national-level gymnasts have competed in recent qualifying competitions to get the opportunity to represent their club at this event and they all should be very proud of their achievements,” Godfrey said.
Organisers said daily passes to the Women’s Gymnastics Australian Classic, Victorian Championships and Trans Bass Challenge would be available at the arena door. Tickets cost $11.50 for concession-card holders, $18 for adults and $40 for families.
More information is available at Gymnastics Victoria’s website or by phoning 9005 4770.