Jemma Stapleton, 25, a 2025 Stawell Gift finalist, died in an accident while on holiday overseas. Australian athletics organisations and her community pay tribute as a fundraiser exceeds $100,000 to support her family.
Jemma Stapleton, 25, a Stawell Gift finalist, died while on a family holiday overseas. The cause of death remains undisclosed. The athletics community and her family have been flooded with support, including a GoFundMe raising over $100,000 in under 24 hours.
Jemma Stapleton, 25, a Stawell Gift finalist, died while on a family holiday overseas. The cause of death is undisclosed. The Australian athletics community, including the Victorian Athletic League and Knox Little Athletics, mourns her loss, remembering her talent, dedication, and impact on the sport.
Usain Bolt has advised Australian sprint prodigy Gout Gout to surround himself with a strong support team to maintain focus and avoid distractions that come with track and field success. The 18-year-old, who has drawn comparisons to the Jamaican great, recently won the 200m title at the Australian Athletics Championships in 19.67 seconds and the under-20 100m in 10.21 seconds. Brisbane hosts the Olympics in 2032 where Gout is being talked about as a potential gold medallist.
