Ruth Chamberlain from the Centenary Archers Club in Sumner has been selected to represent Australia at the 2025 Trans Tasman Challenge in Christchurch.
Selection for the Trans Tasman Challenge
Ruth Chamberlain, aged 12, earned selection for the Australian team after placing in the top two of her division at the National Youth Championships. She will compete in the Under 14 Female Compound category at the Trans Tasman Challenge in Christchurch, New Zealand, scheduled for 26 to 29 September 2025.
National and International Results
At the Australian Indoor National Championships in July 2025, Ruth placed first in the Under 14 Female Compound division. She recorded scores of 286 and 292 in Vegas rounds and 557 in the World Archery Indoor round. In training, she recorded a 298 out of a possible 300.
Earlier in 2025, Ruth competed in the Vegas Shoot, finishing fifth in the Female Compound Cub Division. She also achieved a South Queensland Archery Society record with a score of 367(30) in the Compound Under 14 Female Yellow Peg category at the SQAS Field Championships.
Centenary Archers Club in Sumner
Ruth is a member of the Centenary Archers Club, located in Wacol Station Road Park in Sumner. The club was formed in 1984 and operates as a volunteer-run community sports organisation. It provides training, social archery and competitive opportunities, including hosting tournaments at state and national level.
Costs and Fundraising
The estimated costs for Ruth to compete include approximately $980 AUD for entry fees, accommodation, ground transport and meals, as well as between $800 and $1,500 AUD for flights. Archery Australia provides uniforms and travel insurance.
A fundraiser launched in May 2025 has raised $660 from 15 donations towards a target of $5,000 to help cover these costs.
Other Club Representatives
Two other Centenary Archers Club members, Ellen Martini and Liezel-Marie Roux, have also been selected to represent Australia at the Trans Tasman Challenge. The event is held every two years and features youth archers from Australia and New Zealand competing in a team format.
Published 22-Sep-2025
