The 2025 South Coast Interclub League has blasted out of the blocks, and it’s the Illawarra Cannons who have stunned the competition with a commanding Round 1 victory.
Long regarded as the league’s sleeping giant, the Cannons have never won the South Coast Interclub title — but their Round 1 performance suggests this season could be very different.
Cannons Fire First
Illawarra combined depth with brilliance, collecting 116 points (30 participation / 86 performance) to storm to the top of the ladder. Their athletes weren’t just racing — they were dominating.
Leading the charge were David Raymond, Trudi Barnes, Jeremy Kenny, James Davy, and Pixie Hanson, all grabbing maximum points. They were backed by a wall of consistency from James Alexander, Eric Vickery, Belinda Jacobs, and Col Steele. With this blend of star power and depth, Illawarra made a powerful opening statement: this could be their year.
The Chase Pack
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Kiama Coasters finished second with 89 points, propelled by Cameron Griffin, Keelan Green, and Mark Wynen, along with solid backing from Franc Zilli and others.
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Eurocoast Nomads showed their trademark depth, winning the participation battle with 45 points to finish on 71 points. Clare Smith and Michelle Aitken led the way for the Nomads.
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Jervis Bay Dolphins collected 31 points, with standout performances from Will Blessing and Sile Crowe, keeping them very much in the mix for the next round.
Round 1 Ladder
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Illawarra Cannons – 116 pts
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Kiama Coasters – 89 pts
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Eurocoast Nomads – 71 pts
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Jervis Bay Dolphins – 31 pts
A Statement of Intent
The Cannons’ victory is more than just numbers — it’s a bold signal to the league: we’re here to win. For years, Illawarra has been close but never quite at the summit of the South Coast Interclub League. After Round 1, they’ve thrown down the gauntlet to the rest of the region — and look every bit like the team to beat.
Eyes on Round 2
The league heads to Batemans Bay in February 2026, giving the Eurocoast Nomads the chance to harness their home-ground advantage. With the Cannons firing and the Coasters and Dolphins eager to close the gap, Round 2 promises thrilling racing, fierce rivalries, and the next chapter in what is shaping up to be an unforgettable season.
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