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South West Sydney Athletes Empowered At 2026 Netball NSW Academy Camp

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:55:00 +0000

Photo Credit: Kellie Nolan @sport_by_kellienolan Emerging netball athletes from across the Regional Academies of Sport network gathered over the weekend for the 2026 Netball NSW Academy Camp, hosted by Netball NSW. The two-day camp provided athletes, coaches and umpires with a unique opportunity to develop their skills both on and off the...

2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games Officially Launched in Tamworth

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:51:00 +0000

L-R NIAS Golfers Bailey and Benji Ralston, NIAS Softballer Piper Blinman and NIAS Hockey player Laura Hall The 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games was officially launched on Thursday, 5 March at The Courts @ East in Tamworth, bringing together VIPs, athletes, partners, and supporters from across the region to celebrate one of Australia&...

Regional Academies of Sport Celebrate Excellence at the 2026 Regional Academy Awards

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:38:00 +0000

The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) celebrated the outstanding achievements of athletes, coaches and alumni from across regional New South Wales at the 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Awards on Tuesday, 24th February at Wenty Leagues Club, Wentworthville. The annual event recognises excellence, leadership and commitment a...

Regional Academies and NSWIS Extend Partnership to Empower Future Paralympians

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:35:00 +0000

Pictured: Former Regional Academies of Sport and NSWIS Athlete Gordon Allan PLY The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) are proud to announce the extension of their ongoing partnership through the launch of the Regional Para Unit Partnership for 2025–2027. This initiative marks a signif...

Regional Academies Digest – December Issue 2025

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:16:00 +0000

Gerry Knights Announces Retirement After Decades of Service to Sport

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 23:21:00 +0000

The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) today announce the retirement of Gerry Knights, a highly respected leader in sports administration whose career has spanned nearly four decades. Gerry’s last day will be Friday, December 5. Gerry Knights has been a cornerstone of athlete developme...

Regional Academies of Sport Appoint Luke Tucker as General Manager – Commercial & Community

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:26:00 +0000

The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) are proud to announce the appointment of Mr Luke Tucker as General Manager – Commercial & Community, joining the RAS Executive Leadership Team. This appointment comes ahead of the pending retirement of Ian Robilliard OAM, the long-serving RAS Commercial Director and founder of the Cen...

South West Sydney Academy of Sport launches new brand identity as part of national academy rollout

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 04:01:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS), in collaboration with the Regional Academies of Sport Ltd (RAS), is proud to reveal its new visual identity as part of a bold nationwide brand rollout across the Academy network.

Regional Academy Netball Challenge Showcases Future Stars in Wollongong

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 03:01:00 +0000

The 2025 Regional Academy Netball Challenge, held from September 27–29 at the Illawarra Sports Stadium, was a resounding success, bringing together more than 400 emerging netball athletes from across New South Wales.

South West Sydney Academy of Sport Celebrates Night of Excellence

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 02:20:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) honoured the region’s top athletes, coaches, and volunteers at its 2025 Sports Awards Dinner, held at The Cube, Campbelltown Catholic Club. The night recognised excellence across sporting performance, leadership, academic achievement, and community contribution

Shaping Her Legacy By Finding Her Voice

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:16:00 +0000

For 16-year-old Academy Bingara Gorge Netball athlete Ifeoma Ojim, netball isn’t just about winning games, it’s about finding confidence, learning resilience, and honouring the quiet strength of the person who’s always pushing the limits to be better.

Liverpool’s Performance Enrichment Program Builds Confidence and Character Beyond The Game

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 03:42:00 +0000

Over two high energy days, the Liverpool Performance Enrichment Program gave local, young athletes more than just a physical challenge, it delivered lessons in resilience, character and what it truly takes to perform at the next level.

Academy CEO provides Member for Liverpool Update on Academy Successes

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 03:23:00 +0000

I had the recent pleasure to catch up with Ms Charishma Kaliyanda MP, the hard-working State Member for Liverpool and past Academy Board Member of our region’s South West Sydney Academy of Sport.

Coaching Local Talent From Paddock to Podium

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:57:00 +0000

Held in late May and hosted by the Central Coast Academy of Sport, the 2025 Regional Academies of Sport Coach and Performance Conference proved to be a milestone event for the Academy's coaching talent, with representatives stepping up to share, learn and lead amongst the state's top-tier coaching community.

Academy’s ‘Strongest Athlete’ Set to Lift Regions Hopes

Wed, 28 May 2025 04:01:00 +0000

From deep in the heart of South West Sydney, an ambitious young female is redefining strength. And not just in the amount of weight being lifted, but in the resolve to chase greatness.

Indianna Wilson is an Olympic Weightlifter, and member of the South West Sydney Academy of Sport’s Wests Future Stars program, and with the support of the Academy, is building herself a future carved from discipline, sacrifice and an unwavering love for her sport.

Academy Stars Swim Towards a Golden Future

Tue, 20 May 2025 07:01:00 +0000

Two rising talents from the South West Sydney Academy of Sport's West Future Stars program are making waves on the national stage, with their sights firmly set on the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. Teenage swimmers Ava Olic and Lily Murakami are already proving themselves as formidable competitors and their journey has only just begun.

When Passion Meets Purpose On and Off the Court

Tue, 13 May 2025 07:21:00 +0000

Basketball for some is more than just a game, and for young up and coming talent Emily Paulic, basketball provides a purpose, a passion and a powerful way to give back to her community.

Bingara Gorge Settles in for Year Ahead

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:26:00 +0000

We are pleased to announce that Bingara Gorge | Metro has continued their partnership with the South West Sydney Academy of Sport, as the program partner of the Academy Netball and Netball Umpires Program for a fourth consecutive year.

She Hoops To Shine On and Off the Court

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:24:00 +0000

For South West Sydney Academy of Sport 3x3 Basketball athlete Kaitlin Kumar, basketball is more than just a game, it is a passion that continues to grow every day. Kaitlin’s basketball journey is somewhat unique, as it began with a half-court built by her father, an avid Los Angeles Lakers fan, as somewhat of a memorial for the late Kobe Bryant. Growing up, Kumar was immersed in physical culture, but it was not until she began high school, and that new half court, that her passion for basketball truly ignited.

Academy Coach Recognised as True Leader

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 06:02:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport’s mission on not just athlete education and development, but that of it’s large contingent of coach and support staff has this week been recognised, with Academy Basketball Head Coach Jeff Cooper awarded the 2025 Regional Academies of Sport (NSW) ‘Coach Leadership Award’.

Wollondilly Performance Extension Program

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 02:02:00 +0000

We are super excited to introduce, with the support of the Wollondilly Shire Council, the South West Sydney Academy of Sport, Wollondilly Performance Extension Program, an inaugural initiative designed to support and develop high school-aged athletes (12–18 years old) who live in the Wollondilly Local Government Area, and compete in representative level sport.

Trailblazing a Path through Triathlon to Multi-Sport Excellence

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 02:17:00 +0000

South West Sydney Academy of Sport Triathlete Zoe Bruce is no stranger to conflicting commitments, challenges and stepping outside of her comfort zone as she helps pave the way for the future of multi-sport athletes.

Your Mission: Dominate Go-Karting and Inspire the Next Generation

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:57:00 +0000

In just her second-year of the West Future Stars program at the South West Sydney Academy of Sport, athlete Deniel Vermeulen is on a mission to cement her name in the not so common sport of go-karting.

In this male-dominated sport, Vermeulen proudly declares, “I don’t want them to view me as a girl; I want them to view me as a competitor.”

Coach Conference Key to Connect

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:57:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport is excited to announce that it is hosting it’s first ‘Coach Connect’ Conference in early 2025.

Scheduled to be held at the Wests League Club, in Campbelltown, on Sunday 9 February 2025, the conference will feature special guest presenters and explore the topic of ‘Coaching for Long Term Success’.

Hitting the Fastball in 2025

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:08:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport is excited to announce that it has formed a partnership with local Baseball organisation RBI Australia, to deliver a pilot Baseball program within the Academy, in 2025.

Academy to Hit the Airwaves Across Macarthur

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 01:18:00 +0000

South West Sydney Academy of Sport athletes, coach and support staff will soon be heard across the Macarthur region, following a partnership with local Community station 2MCR - The Sounds of Macarthur, which will see the Academy produce a regular sport-focused show.

Corporate Golf Day a Driving Success

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 01:40:00 +0000

Thanks to our Corporate Golf Day Event Partner Kelly+Partners Chartered Accountants and the Campbelltown Golf Club the Academy Corporate Golf Day, held Friday 15 November was a driving success.

Athletes Take On Transformational Challenge

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 05:54:00 +0000

A very lucky group of athletes from across the wide variety of sport programs within the South West Sydney Academy of Sport have had the opportunity of a lifetime by partnering with MAPP in participating in a week-long Readiness Camp in Jindabyne throughout early November.

Full Steam Ahead for 2025 Sport Seasons

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:57:00 +0000

This past Saturday, 26 October, we held the first of several Academy Induction’s for the 2024/25 Season.

The induction took place at the home of the Academy’s Education Partner, Western Sydney University’s Campbelltown Campus. Athletes from 3x3 Basketball, Basketball, Golf, Indigenous Athlete Talent Program, Netball, Netball Umpires, Softball, Triathlon and Wests Future Stars Programs as well as their parents, guardians and coach and support staff joined together for a morning of education on the Academy’s values, policies, and requirements.

Notice of 21st Annual General Meeting

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 02:03:00 +0000

SOUTH WEST SYDNEY ACADEMY OF SPORT

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

5.30pm, Thursday 21 November 2024

Hockey Hits Goal With Enhanced RASi Partnership

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 23:20:00 +0000

The Regional Academies of Sport Incorporated (RASi) NSW are excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Hockey NSW, marking a significant milestone in the development of future hockey talent across the state. This partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), will see RASi play a crucial role in delivering Hockey NSW’s pathway programs for U/16 and U/18 athletes in regional areas.

2024-2025 AFL Women's Program Update

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:12:00 +0000

In recognition of a significant number of training and development events participated in by potential Academy athletes, local clubs, and Academy coaching staff during the latter part of 2024, the Academy has decided it is in the best interests of all parties to delay the trials and selection process for the 2024-2025 AFL Women's Program.

2024-2025 Volleyball Program Update

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 07:05:00 +0000

In recognition of a significant impact of training and interstate competition events participated in by potential Academy athletes, our local club, and Academy coaching staff during the latter part of 2024, the Academy has decided it is in the best interests of all parties to delay the trials and selection process for the 2024-2025 Volleyball Program.

Indigenous Talent Continues to Impress

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 05:14:00 +0000

The Academy had the honour to host our annual, and most successful UAA Indigenous Talent Identification day to date, at Minto Indoor Sports Centre in late August.

Coaches Encouraged to "Hold The Mop".

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:53:00 +0000

Monday evening, August 26th, was nothing short of amazing, as we delved into Developing your Coaching Journey within the High Performance Pathway at our Annual Coach Induction and Education Evening

Academy athletes have one eye on Brisbane Games in 2032

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 04:47:00 +0000

The NSW Minister for Sport, The Hon. Stephen Kamper MP was on hand to present some of the honours at the 2024 South West Sydney Academy of Sport athlete graduation and sport awards dinner on Friday 16th August, in Campbelltown.

Academy Seeking to Expand Development Opportunities

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:02:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport this week announced that nominations were now open and being called for junior talented athletes within the region to be a part of their 2024-2025 sport programs.

Volleyball Continues Stellar Success

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:01:00 +0000

The inaugural 2024 Youth Indoor Championships offered an exciting platform for young volleyball players from across the state to showcase their skills. Held at Sydney Olympic Park’ outstanding Netball Central court facilities, the event tested the athletes’ stamina and determination.

Academy Receives Vital Defibrillator Grant

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:08:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport is pleased to announce it is a recipient of the 2023-24 NSW Government Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program.

3x3 Talent Showcased at Academy Corporate Cup

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:18:00 +0000

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport celebrated a remarkable day of athletic prowess and community spirit with the inaugural 3x3 Basketball Corporate Cup, held at the Thomas Hassall Anglican College in late April. This exciting event drew many of the region's best undiscovered talents out of the corporate world and onto the courts, deliver...

Academy Shines on state-wide Stage

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:11:00 +0000

The 2024 Regional Academies of Sport Academy Games, held in Wagga Wagga from April 12 to 14, provided a platform for young athletes to showcase their talents across various sporting disciplines. With over 120 athletes and 25 coaches in attendance, the South West Sydney Academy of Sport emerged as a prominent presence, demonstrating ...

2024 Your Local Club NSW Academy Games Results

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 07:14:00 +0000

VIA Regional Academies of Sport. For the third and last time, the Southern Sports Academy (SSA) welcomed the 2024 Your Local Club Academy Games from Friday, April 12th, to Sunday, April 14th. More than 1,200 athletes and their families from 11 Regional Academies across NSW converged on Wagga Wagga to vie for victory in this exciting tournament....

Academy Looking to Score at Regional Academy Games

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 05:22:00 +0000

In just a few short days time (April 12-14), one of the largest contingents yet of athletes, coaching and support staff from the South West Sydney Academy of Sport will head to Wagga Wagga, to compete in the annual ClubsNSW Your Local Club Regional Academy Games.

Regional Academy Awards Hits a Home Run

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 04:14:00 +0000

Image: Dr Hugh McDonald MP, with Adam Bates family, Paige (Sister) and Vincent (Father) who received the award on behalf of Adam. Up and coming 18-year-old baseball superstar Adam Bates, hailing from Camden NSW, has this week been recognised as the 2024 Regional Academies of Sport (NSW) ‘Athlete of the Year&rsquo...

Olympic Recognition for Our Local Academy of Sport

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:40:00 +0000

Image: Academy CEO Gerry Knights (R) with James Edwards (L), Chief of Community Engagement, Australian Olympic Committee The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has formally recognised all eleven NSW Regional Academies of Sport, as official Australian Olympic Training Centres. Regional Academies, including our very own South West Sydney...

New Concussion Guidelines released for Youth and Community Sport

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:47:00 +0000

The Australian Sports Commission, in conjunction with the Australian Institute of Sport and Sports Medicine Australia this week released the new Australian Concussion Guidelines for Youth and Community Sport. These guidelines have been developed in a collaboration between the Australian Institute of Sport, Sports Medicine Australia, the Austral...

Building Success Through Local Community Sports

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 01:19:00 +0000

The latest edition of the Endeavor Homes South West Sydney Academy of Sport Golf Day took place in late-November, with eighteen teams painting a vibrant scene of community collaboration, and skilful swings, nestled against the picturesque backdrops of the Campbelltown Golf Club.

Dharawal First Nation Sporting Talent In Fine Display

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 23:53:00 +0000

Conducted in the heart of the traditional land of the Dharawal people, the Minto Indoor Sports Centre in Campbelltown, recently came alive as over 100 talented young junior Indigenous athletes gathered for the highly anticipated South West Sydney Academy of Sport, U.A.A Indigenous Talent Identification Day, held in mid-October. With the day getting underway with a ‘Welcome to Country’, and a traditional indigenous smoking ceremony, before the athletes took to the courts and fields, for a day full of action.

Regional Academies of Sport Conference Empowers Coaches to Develop Future Champions

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:35:00 +0000

The 2023 Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) Coaching Conference, held on October 28th, brought together coaches and sports enthusiasts for a day of knowledge sharing, innovation, and inspiration.

South West Hockey Talent Thrives at State Search

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 05:14:00 +0000

Up and coming hockey stars were put through their paces earlier this month in Newcastle, as a part of the Hockey NSW Futures Program and Festival of Hockey. The three-day event, hosted by the Hunter Academy of Sport, saw over 300 talent-identified junior hockey athletes from around the state undergo sport science and fitness testing, alongside various education and skill sessions. Aimed at formally kicking off the new development programs, which are being ran in conjunction with the Regional Academy of Sport network.