ATHLETE PROGRAMS

OVER 200 SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AWARDED TO TALENTED YOUNG ATHLETES BETWEEN THE AGES OF 13 AND 18 EACH YEAR IN THE ACADEMY’S SPORTS PROGRAMS.

These programs focus on a holistic approach that includes technical, educational and personal development opportunities, and provide a foundation for athletes to progress to the next level in their sporting journey

On average, Academy athletes experience an average of 50 hours of technical and educational development during their scholarship.

Academy programs are endorsed and supported by the relevant State Sporting Organisation and include:

• On field technical development provided by high quality coaching staff;

• Strength and Conditioning assessment and accessibility;

• Education sessions through the Athlete Education Program in a range of relevant topics dincluding nutrition, drugs in sport, psychology, dcyber safety and much more;

• Personal development opportunities through camps and competitions, media and public dspeaking and representing the Academy at a variety of events and functions.