Team Victoria 2025
Team VIC 2025 - National Championships Representatives
We're thrilled to share the exciting news of the selected riders who will represent Victoria at the upcoming National Championships – congratulations to all! This is a remarkable achievement that reflects your hard work, dedication, and passion. You've truly earned your place on this team, and we couldn't be more proud to have you as part of Team VIC.
Representing your state is a special honour, and we know you'll wear the Victorian colours with pride and determination. These talented individuals have demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment across multiple disciplines, and we can't wait to see them shine on the national stage.
Dressage Team
Coach: Simone James
Team Manager: Katie Thomas
All Abilities Team Manager: Bronwyn Ballesty
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Sub Junior | Darcy Mulholland & Stormy, Edith Rode & Ironbark Jester, Grace Speirs & Alpha Tango Sierra, Lucinda Cooper & KRP Bonanza |
| Junior | Ava Irwin & Isle Of Roxborough, Asha Fiedler & Dudley, Charlotte Thorp & Remi Fishers Ghost, Olivia Sleep & Terarossa Cadillac, Ella Walsh & Poetry In Motion, Taylor McMaster & Adloo Reeba, Alira King & Lethal Flame, Chelsie Hanna & Salamanca, Mikayla Thomas & Evermore Despina, Elise Young & Moon Safari, Cobie Clark & Barnon Ace-Hy, Rowena Cumming & Benjamin FH |
| Senior | Madeleine Manton & Wyann Mercedes, Karri Krasna & MCT Turn Up the Volume, Lauren Cocks & Treasured BP Hewitt, Macey Devlin & GCE High Distinction, Sara Leitch & Athena Van Francesca, Phebe Hegarty & Flores |
| Open | Darcy Macaulay & Parklands Faltango, Scarlett Taylor & Equineaffair Blackjack, Kylie Fiedler & Talingka Park Matthias |
| All Abilities | Brianna Ballesty & A Tuscan Sunrise, Isabelle Rudge & Shamazan The Phoenix, Charles Sheers & Our Life of Reilly |
Show Jumping Team
Coach: Shelly McRae
Team Manager: Ange Acocks
Team Manager: Kalinda Wade
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Sub Junior | Alissa Scott White & Spidora, Amelia Terrill & Black Layce, Lotus Rothery & Bellaview Roland, Penelope Mawhinney & Blackwood Bo Peep, Alice Hogan & Rubywood Cai, Quenelda Knowles-Mulholland & Roses are Red |
| Junior | Clara Greenwood & Brannigans Sub Zero, Georgie Acocks & Happy Feet Charlie, Stella Ritson & Paddy, Matilda Mason & Deceptive, Xanthe Wade & Fire On Ice, Colby Devlin & Mister Ed, Lexie O'Brien & Matuvu Cookies n Cream, Bethany Dyson & Say Something |
| Senior | Bianca Dimovski & Lulu, Grace Perkins & Aldersyde Park Black Magic, Lauren Cocks & Treasured BP Hewitt, Michelle Woodcroft & Bobby B-Dazzled, Prue Carleton-Carlos & ESB Golden Illusion, Darcy Wade |
| Open | Ava Harrington & Burnside, Charles Hiscock & Chuggington, Darcy Wade & Miss Delfyne, Finley Hiscock & Kulwin, Maddison Mayne & Ruby Tuesday, Matilda Mason & Arthuras |
| Masters | Kellie Barnett & The Ruckman |
Eventing Team
Coach: Kirrilee Hosier
Team Manager (Open): Rachel Edwards
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Sub Junior | Lucinda Cooper & Wicklow Annbelle, Eva Stephenson & Glyndebourne Mancini, Jessica Williams & Scotch All Mighty |
| Junior | Asha Lloyd & Incy Wincy Spider, Freya Sullivan & Monty, Hannah Reeves & Humpadink, Sophie Fosnaugh & Champagne Fizz, Jordan Sharp & Carodoc Ego Z, Lacy Solimo & Park Avenue William |
| Senior | Charlotte Lynch & Willing Millicent, Ingrid Gould & Bramblewood, Jasmin Walters & Lord & Master, Michelle Woodcroft & Bobby B-Dazzled, Seth Staley & Holster, Tilla Haddow & Hakuna Matata |
| Open | Amy Slocombe & Willunga Just Because, Annabelle Ennis-Wert & Its Overcast, Chanel Radburn & Llys Mellion Ram Bella, Darcy Macaulay & Parklands Time Traveler, Emily Hudak & Mr Hugo, Iris Sudholz & River |
Tetrathlon Team
Coach: Darcy Wade
Team Managers: Caroline Coggins (Sub Junior), Janet Nieuwenhuis (Junior), Trent Leen (Senior)
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Male Sub Junior | Ben Hamilton & Pea, Johnny Fenton & Dolly Mac, Craig McKerron & Kingsbrook Saville Row |
| Female Sub Junior | Elsie Dyer & Bushgrove Code Red, Florence White & Kipper, Matilda Mercer & Black Boots, Hayley Sayers & Diesel |
| Male Junior | Oliver Homer & Emrys, Finley Hiscock & Kulwin, William Nieuwenhuis & Lucifer's Lady |
| Female Junior | Lexie O'Brien & Matuvu Cookies n Cream, Ava Harrington & Sats, Molly Rowarth & Wings, Talika Dagar & Harry Hot Pants |
| Male Senior | Charles Hiscock & Chuggington, Colby Devlin & Mister Ed, Darcy Wade & Wondaree Ruped |
| Female Senior | Chloe Leen & Twin Fin, Tessa Leen & Mister Squiggle, Xanthe Wade & Fire On Ice, Zoe Addinsall & Francagino |
| Female Masters | Katherine Cameron & Squirrel |
Formal Gymkhana Team
Coach: Dan Foster (Games)
Team Managers: Sonia Perkins (Sub Junior/Junior), Bronwyn Ballesty (Senior)
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Sub Junior | Macy Doyle & Pretty Hill Hazelwood, Miley Davies & Celtic Beaut, Penelope Mawhinney & Blackwood Bo Peep, Allie Lovatt & Calveston Henrietta |
| Junior | Amilie Robinson & Snowy River Duchess, Lacy Solimo & Park Avenue William, Tom Mcinnes & Mrs Page, Willow Forbes & Rome, Amy Bennett & Rosebank Riverdance |
| Senior | Brianna Ballesty & A Tuscan Sunrise, Grace Perkins & Aldersyde Park Black Magic, Macey Devlin & GCE High Distinction, Madeleine Manton & Kenlock Super Hit, Sara Leitch & Athena Van Francesca |
| Masters | Kellie Barnett, Brodie Chandler |
Quiz Team
Coach & Team Manager: Jo Brennan
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Sub Junior | Elsie Dyer, Matilda Mercer, Quenelda Knowles-Mulholland, Hermione Knowles-Mulholland |
| Junior | Amy Bennett, Xanthe Wade, Bridget Zaitzev, William Nieuwenhuis (Reserve) |
| Senior | Brianna Ballesty, Hector Brennan, Annabelle Ennis-Wert, Stella Hemingway |
Mounted Games Team
Coaches: Niree Weybury (Sub Juniors), Warrick Slade (Juniors), Dan Foster (Seniors, Masters)
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Junior | Jack Hamilton & Flicka, Sigrid Black & Graham, Casey Armistead & Cherry, Emily Oliver & Badger, Taydem Cross & Ulah Dresden Doll |
| Junior Reserve | Izzy Carey-Szwaj & Spartans Revenge |
| Senior | Patrick Goggin & Mayfield Nemo, Tamika Coggan & VBA Courage, Deacon Parker & Jack in a box, Charlotte Stewart & Jess, Harry Brennan & Kenny Dee |
| Senior Reserve | Jay France & Chestor |
Games Pairs Team
| Category | Riders |
|---|---|
| Sub Junior | Ben Hamilton & Pea, Eleanor Playford & Leo, Ellie Vasconcelo & Owendale Tapdance, Aylissia Entwistle & Lakevale Cupie Doll |
| Junior | Jack Hamilton & Flicka, Sigrid Black & Graham, Casey Armistead & Cherry, Emily Oliver & Badger, Taydem Cross & Ulah Dresden Doll, Deacon Parker & Jack in a box & Harry Brennan and Izzy Carey Szwaj |
| Senior | Charlotte Steward & Jess, Patrick Goggin & Mayfield Nemo, Tamika Coggan & Courage, Jay France & Chestor |
| Masters | Kellie Barnett & Millie, Chandler Brodie & Wirringulla Delta Mist |
If you're one of the selected riders, we encourage you to prepare for an unforgettable experience. This comprehensive team represents the best of Victorian equestrian talent across all disciplines, and we know each of you will represent our state with excellence and sportsmanship.
Let's make 2025 a year of victory for Victoria! Go Team VIC!