Junior finalists Mason Watkins, Zoe Bascombe, Keely Berry and Tatum Whalley with Olympian Peter Bol, centre. Credit: Jenny Feast Photography
Albany’s sporting elite gathered under one roof on April 23, celebrating a year of standout performances at the city’s annual sportsperson awards.
Held at Retravision Stadium on April 23, the 2025 Wellington and Reeves Sportsperson of the Year Awards honoured the achievements of junior, senior and masters athletes who excelled across a range of disciplines in the past year.
The evening featured Peter Bol, Australia’s 800m record holder and three-time Olympian, as special guest speaker.
Guest speaker and Olympian Peter Bol. Credit: Jenny Feast Photography
Bol delivered an inspiring address, reflecting on his journey from Sudan to representing Australia on the world stage, encouraging young athletes in the room to pursue their ambitions with determination.
Attendees enjoyed a formal night of celebrations, with the community coming together to recognise the dedication and success of Albany’s sporting talent.
Ruby and Paul Welsh. Credit: Amy Towers
AFL star Jordan Clark was named the Wellington and Reeves Albany sportsperson of the year, capping off a strong season at an elite level.
Emerging star Keely Berry took home the Retravision junior sportsperson of the year award, highlighting the strength in the regions next generation of sport.
Mountain biking featured prominently among the winners with Jess Waldron winning the Castlehow senior sportsperson’s award and Tanya Bailey the Sound Life masters’ title.
A special presentation was made to longtime sportsperson judge Alice Rule who is stepping back from the role after decades.
The awards night showcased not only individual excellence but also the depth of sporting talent within Albany.
Jackie and Sophie Richards. Credit: Amy TowersZoe Bascombe, Peter Bol and Jessica Baines. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyLyndsay and Nigel Avern. Credit: Amy TowersLizzie Reely and Michael Pratt. Credit: Amy TowersRick Wilson and Andrew Sharpe. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyAndrew and Fletcher Ponesford. Credit: Amy Towers
Narelle Wakefield and Alice Rule. Credit: Amy TowersKeely Berry and Tatum Whalley. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyKathryn Slattery and Kirsty Smith. Credit: Amy TowersAlice Rule was given a special award. The 2025 Wellington and Reeves Albany Sportsperson of the Year Awards took place on April 23 at Retravision Stadium. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyNathan Watson, Hayden Parker and Carmen Kinsella. Credit: Amy TowersWayne and Mel Harrington and Russell Clark. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyJess Antoniou and Jacki Elezovich. Credit: Amy TowersBrooke Pearson and Paul Terry. Credit: Amy Towers
John Pouwelsen, Rob Perisic, Mel Eastough and Mitch Green. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyHarrison Bolton, Nikita Oxnam and Jake McIntosh. Credit: Amy TowersTricia Heberle and Claire Middleton. Credit: Amy TowersDani Carne and John Pouwelsen. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyJacki Elezovich and Amy Towers. Credit: Jess AntoniouHolly Benson, Keiron Benson, Kevin Naylor and Lynda Naylor. Credit: Amy TowersA big crowd turned out for the 2025 Albany Sportsperson of the Year Awards. Credit: Jenny Feast PhotographyLester Coyne and Phil Marmion. Credit: Amy Towers
