Mitchell Hooper hit the Australian Strongman scene like a “Bat out of Hell (well he’s actually from Canada)”, and his strongman feats have been hugely impressive, and he’s even managed to unintentionally create a controversy in the Australian Strongman community. I wanted to find out more about this young guy who pulled a 435kg conventional… Continue reading Stirring the Australian Strongman Pot -Mitchell Hooper
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The Better Man – Shane Grierson-Jones – Inspirational Husband, Dad and Athlete
For me the sport of strongman is dotted with amazing characters with fascinating stories. After having a years break from the sport, it is talking to people like Shane that makes me feel like I’ve come home by coming back to Strongman. Shane Grierson-Jones is strong in his own right, but it’s the passion in… Continue reading The Better Man – Shane Grierson-Jones – Inspirational Husband, Dad and Athlete
Strongman Warrick Brant – One Strong Australian..
I came across Strongman Warrick Brant’s name only a few months ago, which was strange considering that he is one of the strongest men, if not the strongest, representing Australia on the world stage. It appears that whilst people are aware of Derek Boyer from his Gladiator days as Titan, Warrick has suffered from lack… Continue reading Strongman Warrick Brant – One Strong Australian..
Australian Strongman Mike “H-Bomb” Vrljic – Prepare For Take Off..
I first met Mike a year ago, as a spectator of the 2011 Strongman Competition at the FitX in Melbourne. The whispers at that time, were that he is one to watch for the future. In 2012 this pilot’s strongman career is now taking off. Over to Mike…we’d better fasten our seatbelts.. Phil Burgess: What… Continue reading Australian Strongman Mike “H-Bomb” Vrljic – Prepare For Take Off..
Jordan Steffens – Australian Strongman – The Future Force
Jordan Steffen’s name has been mentioned to me by many Australian Strongman competitors, and it’s normally said with “he is the one to watch for the future” completing the sentence. So on the eve of Jordan competing as the youngest competitor in the Giants Live competition in Melbourne, we thought we should catch up with… Continue reading Jordan Steffens – Australian Strongman – The Future Force
