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Lovell, Greg

1952 - 1997
TAS

Married at age 18 to wife Julie. 1 son Andy, 3 daughters Tammy, Leanne, and Melissa.

Greg started woodchopping at the age of 15 at Port Arthur. His first victory, the 10-inch underhand novice. Greg competed for 27 years. IN 1977 Greg was a member of a 3-man team that competed in San Sebastian in Spain. Marathon Chopping.

Greg was the first man to win all 4 Championships at the Sydney Royal Easter Show in 1982. That same year Greg broke the record in the 15-inch standing block which he held for 13 years.

Greg was a regular member of both the Australian and Tasmanian Teams.

Summary:

  • 17 World Championships
  • 45 Australian Championships
  • 210 Tasmanian Championships

Greg was tragically killed as a result of a tree falling accident at the age of 45.