Jessica Hall
Brisbane GPS Ro\wing Club (QLD)
Jessica Hall has made a name for herself in the world of Australian rowing with a string of impressive results from her teenage years through to her Olympic debut. A rower from Queensland, she’s been a consistent performer, excelling in both national and international competitions across a variety of boat classes.
Early Success: Junior Achievements (2008-2009)
Jessica’s rowing career took off in 2008 when she competed in the Under 17 Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships, finishing third. That was just the beginning. In 2009, she had a breakout year, winning first place in the Under 19 Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships, showing her talent in the junior ranks. She also came second in both the Under 19 Double Scull and the Schoolgirl Single Scull at the same event, showcasing her versatility across different boat types.
At the World Rowing Junior Championships that year, Jessica raced in the Quad Scull and earned a silver medal, a remarkable achievement on the international stage. She also helped her team win first place in the Interstate Youth Eight at the Australian National Championships, cementing her place as a rising star in Australian rowing.
Jessica in the bow seat of the Australian under 19 Quad Scull - Silver
Dominating National and International Competitions (2010-2012)
In 2010, Jessica continued her strong performances. She finished third in the Under 19 Single Scull at the Australian National Championships but came first in both the Under 23 Quad Scull and the Under 19 Double Scull. She was also part of the Interstate Youth Eight that claimed first at the same event. On the world stage, Jessica and her partner finished fourth in the Double Scull at the World Rowing Junior Championships, which was another solid international result.
By 2011, Jessica was dominating at the national level, winning first place in both the Under 23 Double Scull and the Under 23 Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships. She was also a key member of the Interstate Youth Eight, which once again finished first. At the Under 23 World Rowing Championships, she earned a third-place finish in the Quad Scull, adding another international medal to her collection.
2012 was a standout year for Jessica. She won first place in both the Under 23 Double Scull and Under 23 Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships. Her performance at the Under 23 World Rowing Championships was especially impressive, where she helped her team win first place in the Quad Scull. However, at the Queensland Interstate Eight event, she and her team finished second in the Queens Cup, a close result that motivated her for future events.
World-Class Performances and Olympic Dreams (2013-2016)
In 2013, Jessica was at her best. She won first place in the Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships, and also finished second in the Queens Cup with the Interstate Eight. At the World Rowing Cup I, she earned first place in the Quad Scull and finished third at both the World Rowing Cup II and World Rowing Cup III. She also raced at the World Rowing Championships, where she finished eighth in the Quad Scull.
The year 2014 saw Jessica continue her strong form. She once again won first place in the Quad Scull at the World Rowing Cup I and finished fourth at the World Rowing Cup III. At the World Rowing Championships, she secured fourth place in the Quad Scull, solidifying her place among the world’s best.
In 2015, Jessica faced tough competition but still managed to secure impressive results. She finished second in the Double Scull and Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships and second in the Queens Cup with the Interstate Eight. At the World Rowing Cup II, she finished fifth in the Quad Scull, but bounced back with a second-place finish at the World Rowing Cup III. At the World Rowing Championships, she finished fifth in the Quad Scull, a solid result that kept her in the mix for future international success.
By 2016, Jessica was a top contender in the Quad Scull. She won first place in the Quad Scull at the Australian National Championships and finished second in the Queens Cup. At the World Rowing Cup III, she again took second place in the Quad Scull. However, at the Rio Olympics, she and her team finished ninth in the Quad Scull event, just missing out on a place in the final but still gaining valuable experience from competing on the Olympic stage.
Legacy and Conclusion
Jessica Hall’s career has been defined by hard work, versatility, and consistent success at both the national and international levels. From her early wins in the junior categories to her Olympic experience, she has been a standout rower for Queensland and Australia. Her multiple national titles in the Quad Scull, Double Scull, and Interstate Eight, along with her strong performances at the World Rowing Cups and World Championships, showcase her dedication to the sport.
Although the Rio Olympics did not end in a medal, Jessica’s journey from junior competitions to the Olympic stage demonstrates the depth of her talent and the resilience needed to compete at the highest level.
Jessica in the bow seat of the 2016 Olympic Quad Scull
Some rowing highlights
2008 Australia National Championship Under 17 Quad Scull – Third
2009 Australia National Championship Under 19 Quad Scull – First
2009 Australia National Championship Under 19 Double Scull – Second
2009 Australia National Championship Schoolgirl Single Scull – Second
2009 Australia National Championship Interstate Youth Eight – First
2009 World Rowing Junior Championships Quad Scull – Sliver
2010 Australia National Championship Under 19 Single Scull – Third
2010 Australia National Championship Under 23 Quad Scull – First
2010 Australia National Championship Under 19 Double Scull – First
2010 Australia National Championship Interstate Youth Eight – First
2010 World Rowing Junior Championships Double Scull – Fourth
2011 Australia National Championship Under 23 Double Scull – First
2011 Australia National Championship Under 23 Quad Scull – First
2011 Australia National Championship Interstate Youth Eight – First
2011 Under 23 World Rowing Championships Quad Scull – Third
2012 Australia National Championship Under 23 Double Scull – First
2012 Australia National Championship Under 23 Quad Scull – First
2012 Australia National Championship Interstate Eight Queens Cup – Second
2012 Under 23 World Rowing Championships Quad Scull – First
2013 Australia National Championship Quad Scull – First
2013 Australia National Championship Interstate Eight Queens Cup – Second
2013 World Rowing Cup I Quad Scull – First
2013 World Rowing Cup II Quad Scull – Third
2013 World Rowing Cup III Quad Scull – Third
2013 World Rowing Championship Quad Scull – Eighth
2014 Australia National Championship Interstate Eight Queens Cup – Third
2014 World Rowing Cup I Quad Scull – First
2014 World Rowing Cup III Quad Scull – Fourth
2014 World Rowing Championship Quad Scull – Fourth
2015 Australian National Championship Double Scull – Second
2015 Australian National Championship Quad Scull – Second
2015 Australia National Championship Interstate Eight Queens Cup – Second
2015 World Rowing Cup II Quad Scull – Fifth
2015 World Rowing Cup III Quad Scull – Second
2015 World Rowing Championship Quad Scull – Fifth
2016 Australian National Championship Quad Scull – First
2016 Australia National Championship Interstate Eight Queens Cup – Second
2016 World Rowing Cup II Quad Scull – Fifth
2016 World Rowing Cup III Quad Scull – Second
2016 Rio Olympic Games Quad Scull – Ninth
Jack Hargreaves
April 2025