2003 Hockey Athlete of the Year - JESSICA CRAMP

Jessica was selected in the Australian U16 All Schools team in 2003.  At state level, she made the NSW U18 and U16 All Schools teams.

At regional level, Jessica was selected in the Illawarra Senior State League Team and Illawarra U18's. Jessica’s assists in coaching clinics for junior players - 2003 was her second year at the Academy.

2003 Individual Athlete of the Year - CARA LANGENDAM

At the National Surf Life Saving Championships Cara placed 2nd in the U19 Flags event and 8^th in the open ladies Flags event. She came 2^nd in the U19 Flags at the State Championships.

Cara completed her HSC in 2003 and aims to pursue a career in physiotherapy. Her favourite sporting experience so far was at the 2002 World Titles at Daytona Beach, Florida when she was 16, competing in open events, she won and silver in the flags and bronze in the sprint.

Leah has been at the Academy for 3 years. In 2003, she gained selection in the

NSW U17 team, which came 2^nd at the National Championships. An  Illawarra netball representative for the past 4 years and member of the Illawarra State League Team.

Leah plays the game of Netball with great enthusiasm and grace, and displays an outstanding attitude both on and off the court. She is a multi-talented athlete, competing at a high level in running and swimming.

Rhys has had an outstanding season - selected  in the NSW CHS U15 Squad, he was also a member of the victorious Illawarra Country Championship squad, Harold Matthews Cup squad, South Coast CHS U15 squad and the Southern NSW CHS U15 squad.

Rhys is a fierce competitor and leader and highly respected by his team-mates and peers.  2003 was Rhys’  second year at the Academy.