The Beachies had a successful year in 2024, marked by
new talent and commendable performances across
various events. Under Jayson Lincoln’s coaching, the
Beach Sprint Team excelled, with Brendan O’Mahony
leading beach soft sand running.
Inspired by Denise Meuldijk’s Gold medal in 2022,
the team showed prowess from the outset, securing
impressive results in the Beach Stormers Series
across North Steyne, Bulli, Coogee and Terrigal Surf
Clubs. Jayson Lincoln and newcomer Juan Francisco
Dinamarca clinched first place in beach sprints for
their age group, while Nixy Krite and Juan triumphed
in flags.
Elijah Magee impressed in Masters with a second-
place finish in sprints.
The Sydney Branch Championship saw Margie
Simpson-Lee, who joined Bondi in support of Louise
Santos, winning Gold in flags, and Bondi dominating
the 50-59 men’s category with Jayson leading Alex and
Will Mitchell to the flag.
At the NSW State Championships, newcomer Kate
Fitzgerald shone with gold in the 2km, alongside Mitch
Dean’s repeat success. The men’s relay team of Jayson,
Juan, Nico and Jesse, secured gold, while Juan and Jesse
displayed speed in the sprint and Campbell Dawson
displayed his gazelle-like abilities in the 2km. Courtney
‘Crusher’ Date showed all how to dive for flags!
At The Australian Championships in Mooloolaba,
the beach pit is always set up to perfection and with
a stadium atmosphere and a pleasure to compete.
Mitch Dean and Robyn Lester crushed the field in the
2km on Day 2, while Campbell Dawson secured Silver
in the 1km. Margie earned a solid Bronze in Flags while
Carolyn Macauley earned double Bronze in Flags and
Sprints.
Jayson and Cyril Baldock achieved fourth in Sprints and
Flags, with relay teams narrowly missing the podium.
Overall, the Beachies’ performance improved,
showcasing growing strength with new Members
and Open’s transitioning into Masters. The culture is
thriving, with support from the Surf Team enhancing
camaraderie and growth. Anticipation brews for the
next season, aiming for continued success and the
return of key Members to full health, including hopes
for Denise’s title defence at Worlds.
The Beachie spirit remains vibrant, fostering mutual
support and improvement.
BEACH
EVENTS
REPORT
Alex Porebski
Beach Events Captain
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117TH ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2023/24