Two standout gymnasts from Brisbane Boys’ College in Toowong have earned selection to the Queensland Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) State Team, following impressive performances at the recent Queensland State Championships.
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Jacob Duval, a current Year 12 student competing in Level 8, and Riley Smith, a 2023 Old Collegian at Level 10, were both named in the state team and will go on to represent Queensland at the 2025 Australian National Championships in Gold Coast in July. The pair competed against the top male artistic gymnasts in the state, with their selection highlighting their consistency, skill and commitment throughout the season.
The Queensland MAG State Team is chosen based on performances at the Gymnastics Queensland Senior State Championships and a dedicated state team trial. The team will compete on the national stage at the Australian Gymnastics Championships, facing elite athletes from across the country.
The College also recognised strong efforts from younger gymnasts, including Year 6 student Jack Hill, who competed in Level 3. All participating athletes demonstrated notable determination and sportsmanship, reinforcing the strength of the College’s gymnastics program.
The Australian Gymnastics Championships will run over two weeks and bring together top athletes from across the country, competing in a variety of gymsports for their respective states. Alongside the main competition, July will also see the Queensland State Club Championships take place, featuring events such as the Masters, Border Challenge, and Special Olympics Challenge.
For athletes like Duval and Smith, it represents not only a chance to test their abilities against the country’s best but also an opportunity to be part of a broader celebration of Australian gymnastics.
Published 25-June-2025
