MEDIA ALERT
February 2010
Amy Gillett Foundation Scholarship to Cycling Gold
The Amy Gillett Foundation Scholarship is ready to pass the baton to its next talented and aspiring female
cyclist, with this week’s announcement that 2010 submissions are now open.
Now in its fifth consecutive year, the scholarship is a joint initiative between the AGF and Cycling Australia-
AIS High Performance Program.
Since receiving the 2009 scholarship, 30 year old Amber Halliday has blazed a trail of success. During her
12-month tenure, Halliday has won major events in the Australasian cycling calendar, including the 2009
Tour of New Zealand and the 2010 Australian Time Trial Championship.
The scholarship has built an enviable reputation
and legacy that belies its five years, with past recipients
entering into full AIS scholarships, going on to ride professionally for teams in Europe and amassing
numerous cycling championships.
This year’s recipient will be extended every opportunity to continue the legacy of past recipients, and is
expected to join Australia’s AIS High Performance Program overseas to compete internationally before
ultimately launching her cycling career.
Amy Gillett Foundation CEO Tony Fox explains that cycling ability is however, not the exclusive determining
factor when selecting a scholarship recipient.
“Although the scholarship focuses on enhancing and realising the female’s cycling abilities, it also places a
healthy regard on furthering education and broad life skills,” said Fox.
The dual emphasis on work and learning reflects the qualities successfully pursued by elite cyclist Amy Gillett
before she was killed whilst on a training ride in Germany in 2005. The scholarship honors the memory of
Amy by supporting young female cyclists who share her sporting and life goals.
Cycling Australia CEO Graham Fredericks acknowledges the opportunity for Australia’s talented young
women cyclists.
“The scholarship provides a unique opportunity for both elite cycling and career development for the
successful young cyclist. It also contributes to underpinning Australia’s position at the pinnacle of
international women’s road cycling by providing another pathway to the AIS and national representation,” he
said.
In addition to
supporting a talented female cyclist each year, the Amy Gillett Foundation aims to promote
mutual awareness and understanding between cyclists and motorists on Australian roads.
Scholarship support includes:
-
A position to race internationally with the AIS women’s team; includes financial assistance with
travel, accommodation and expenses while competing overseas with the team
-
A Bianchi road bike for training and competition, Bouwmeester race wheels, Oakley eyewear
-
Assistance with entry fees and insurance when competing nationally and internationally
-
Oversight of training by national coaches
-
Access to AIS clinical services during training camps at the AIS
The closing date for all applications is Friday 5 March, 2010
For more information, contact AGF CEO Tony Fox:
T: 03 9863 7041 M: 0417 564 427 E: tfox@amygillett.org.au
NEWS 
