Today marks one year to go until the 2025 International Canoe Federation Canoe Slalom World Championships, with Paddle Australia (PA) today unveiling some of the key roles on the Host Organising Committee.
PA Board Director Jeremy Moller will Chair the Host Organising Committee with Richard Fox appointed by Paddle Australia as Head of the Host Organising Committee (HOC).
Moller and Fox will spearhead the HOC which in 12 months’ time will welcome the more than 50 nations from across the globe to Penrith Whitewater Stadium.
Since Australia was awarded the hosting rights for the 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships, the Paddle Australia community have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to garner Government and local business support for the biggest Canoe Slalom event on the global calendar.
Paddle Australia President Andrew Trim said that after the success of the Paris Olympic Games all eyes now turn to Penrith, with the PA Board thrilled to appoint Moller and Fox to key roles.
“It is just 12 months to go until the 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championship and Paddle Australia is gearing up to deliver a memorable event in Penrith as we prepare to welcome more than 300 competitors from 50 nations," said Mr Trim.
“A World Championship needs a world class team to deliver the event and we are excited to announce Jeremy Moller, who serves alongside me on the PA Board, together with Richard Fox, in key leadership positions.
“Jeremy’s expertise in risk management and governance, combined with his extensive experience on various boards, including other major events such as the Sydney Fringe Festival, will be an asset to the Host Organising Committee.
“Richard’s resume speaks for itself, an Olympian and 10-time world champion in Canoe Slalom, his post-racing career has seen him hold several key roles both in Australia and internationally across coaching, administration and major events delivery.
“Since relocating to Australia, Penrith has always been home to Richard and his passion and connection to the local community is very important to the delivery of the event, as we want to ensure that Western Sydney fully realises the benefits from the 2025 World Championships.
Fox said he welcomed the opportunity from Paddle Australia and is excited for what the next 12 months has in store.
“Today marks one year to go and I can’t wait to further build on the great work that has already been done in preparing to bring to the 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships to my hometown, Penrith," said Mr Fox.
“The 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships presents the opportunity to create a real legacy for paddling in Australia, and our goal is to create not just a wonderful event for all participating athletes, but for all those that experience the event.
“Thanks to the great support from the Australian Government, NSW Government including the NSW Office of Sport, the local Penrith community as well as International Canoe Federation, I’m confident we are going to be able to build on the tremendous success our sport experienced in Paris to deliver a world class event down under.
“The countdown from today really ramps up with just one year to go.
"We can’t wait to bring all Aussies along for the journey."
The 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships will be held in Penrith Whitewater Stadium, a legacy venue of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, from October 1 to 6, 2025.
The ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships is supported by the Australian Government and NSW Government.
Call for volunteers
Paddle Australia is also today putting out a call out for volunteers to help deliver the event, which will be a must watch on the Australian sporting calendar with Olympic gold medalists and Penrith locals Jessica Fox and Noemie Fox set to headline.
Sydney 2000 boasted some of the greatest sporting volunteers of any Olympic Games and Paddle Australia CEO Phil Jones is hoping to see the same level of engagement for 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships.
“Today marks one year to go until the 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships arrives in Penrith and we are putting out the call for volunteers to sign up and get involved in what will be an incredible six days of action at Penrith Whitewater Stadium." said Mr Jones.
“Volunteers are the backbone of any sport and major event and our hope is to engage people to be part of the Canoe Slalom World Championships.
“Over the coming months we will unveil different roles and opportunities available to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. But to make sure you don’t miss out, sign up today to stay up-to-date."
Sign up today at www.paddle25.org.au to register your interest in being part of the event.
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