Hicks and Viney to Represent Rowing on Athlete Commissions

Rowsellas Joshua Hicks and Alexandra Viney have been appointed to prominent athlete commissions, representing the rowing community on the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) Athletes’ Commission and Paralympics Australia Athlete Commission respectively.

Their roles underscore rowing's significant voice in shaping athlete advocacy and fostering sport-wide progress.

Two-time Olympian Hicks joins the AOC Athletes’ Commission after competing in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024.

His inclusion reflects his dedication to the sport and his peers, bringing firsthand knowledge of the challenges and triumphs of the athlete journey.

Hicks joins a dynamic group, including Olympians across diverse disciplines, to advocate for athlete welfare and engagement.

His role on the Commission reinforces rowing’s presence within the broader Olympic framework and provides a platform to champion issues critical to rowers and the wider athletic community.

Paralympian Viney, a two-time Games representative in the PR3 mixed coxed four crew, brings fresh perspectives to the Paralympics Australia Athlete Commission.

Known for her leadership as a strength and conditioning coach and her work as an LGBTQIA+ sports ambassador, Viney’s appointment highlights her commitment to inclusion and athlete empowerment.

Joining the Commission as part of a group of 13 Paralympians spanning 10 sports, Viney aims to contribute to shaping strategies for the next Paralympic cycle.

Her expertise and advocacy will support continued progress in representing Para-athletes and amplifying their lived experiences in key decision-making processes.