Mikaela Rose

Mikaela Rose

Happiest Sporting Memories

Anytime I’ve gone away with a group of friends to an event. Whether it’s been a trail running event, a triathlon or even as a support crew member. Travelling somewhere new with my closest friends to enjoy what we all love doing always makes the best memories.

Goal for 2026

Being consistent and enjoying the rollercoast. It’s nice to have race goals but I like to remind myself that regardless of a result I need to be proud of the work it took to get to that start line in the first place. Qualifying early for 70.3 Worlds in 2027 would be a cheeky bonus.

Your Extraordinary Moments

Winning my Age Group at Geelong 70.3 Ironman. My first 70.3 with my coach Jacqui Allen was a surreal experience! I felt so calm and prepared for this race, I think regardless of the result it was going to be an extraordinary performance I was going to be proud of.

One thing you do to be Better than Yesterday:

Practice being grateful and present. I think we can get so caught up in the negatives day to day and we can forget how lucky we are to be able to train, compete and be around like minded legends. I’m not perfect by any means but I try to take a moment to reflect and be grateful for the life I’ve got and how lucky I am to be a part of this community.

A time when someone gave you a chance:

My coach and friend Jacqui Allen. Jacqui has been a professional athlete, has guided many athletes through their professional career and has welcomed me into her world with open arms. Jac is one of my biggest cheerleaders and has given me a chance to become competitive through her expertise and guidance. I couldn’t embark on this adventure without her (and I definitely couldn’t aim for the sky without her either.)

Person you most look up to:

My mum. My mum Carole is just incredible, she’s 70 and still tackling new sports and competing in triathlon and cycling races, whilst simultaneously running our family business Roses Cafe. If I can be half as cool as my mum when I grow up I’ll be chuffed. Dad’s pretty cool too, can’t leave him out.