Two lifelong friends, an Australian champion and an enthusiastic stud have banned together to claim the underdog position at this year’s mixed fours lawn bowls. The team may have a unique origin, but the foursome is causing a stir at the lawn bowls competition.
With more than 1000 competitors in 79 teams at this year’s Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games football (soccer) competition, a few referees are needed to keep the players in line. There are more than 50 referees overseeing seven days of competition with each official overseeing three to four games per day.
Gold Coast local Shane Close and his Brisbane-based brother have enjoyed competing at the Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games and have played the sport since they were kids.
Three sisters bring their tennis act from Melbourne to the Gold Coast for the Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games. All the way from the Australian Masters Games in Geelong, this is the sister’s first time on the Gold Coast.
Today’s mixed fours competition at the lawn bowls is a family affair for the Hickson family. Stephen and Karen Hickson have travelled up from Melbourne for their second Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games to participate in lawn bowls with Stephen’s parents Peter and Ray Hickson.
92 year-old hammer throw champion and Shortland Street’s biggest fan returns to the Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games as the games oldest athletics competitor. Pauline Purser began her journey towards multiple masters records after giving away ballroom dancing as her passion.
Another Australian record can be added to Lavinia Petrie’s growing list of running awards from this week’s Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games.
The sport of judo is once again gaining popularity and is it any wonder when watching the sporting prowess and skill involved at this year’s Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games competition.
Equestrian pioneers are amongst the dressage competitors at this year’s Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games. Liz Vansleve remains active in the equestrian community despite making a comeback in the over 60s division of the competition.
Order of Australia Medal recipients for tenpin bowling are amongst those with ‘energy to spare’ at the Jupiters Pan Pacific Masters Games. Patricia Somerville and Cheryl Munson are remaining active in the league after being recognised for their service to the community and the game.
