This program will provide talented athletes from within current Academy programs an increased level of support to inspire both their athletic and personal journey, as an Indigenous athlete.

Further opportunities to provide coaching and mentor leadership to fellow Indigenous athletes during Academy-run ‘Talent Identification days’ and cultural events may also be provided throughout the program year. 

This program will provide talented athletes from within current Academy programs an increased level of support to inspire both their athletic and personal journey, as an Indigenous athlete.

Additional support and education in areas such as; 

• “Indigenous culture and significance in sport”,
• “Indigenous health”, and
• “Indigenous culture in the community”  

will be provided in addition to the athlete’s training and participation within the Academy sport program the athlete is selected into. 

Athletes wishing to participate must recognise as Indigenous/Torres Strait Islander, and be eligible to trial / nominate for a current Academy Sport Program (including the Wests Future Star program).

Athletes must reside in, or attend school, or compete for an affiliated association within the Academy area of Campbelltown, Camden, Liverpool or Wollondilly local Government areas.

Athletes must also meet any age specific requirements for the sport program nominated. 

Athletes must complete the sport program nomination form relevant to their chosen Academy sport program, in line with that sport's nomination and selection window.

Athletes will need to select the option under cultural background to participate within the Indigenous Athlete Program, if eligible. 

OR

Have nominated for, and attended the UAA Indigenous Talent Identification Day, and been "identified" as a result of their attendance. 

There is no additional cost for athletes to participate in the Indigenous Athlete Program.

Athletes may be required to pay the athlete levy and/or additional camp levies associated with their nominated sport program. 

Subject to funding availability, an athlete's levy may be reduced or waived in order to participate in the Indigenous Program and/or nominated sport program. 

2022-2023 Indigenous Athlete Program Coordinator:
Brodee        Mate

2022-2023 Indigenous Athlete Program: