Golf- JNJG Talent pathway

JNJG will confirm your invite to the program shorty!

Invitational Only

The SSA Golf program is delivered in partnership with Jack Newton Junior Golf (JNJG) and the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network. 

This program provides a high‑performance development pathway for talented young Golfers, focusing on technical skills, strength and conditioning, athlete education, and personal growth. It aligns with the JNJG Talent Pathway and connects athletes to state and national pathways.

Athletes receive targeted skill development, seasonal training support, and preparation for high‑performance tournaments. The program includes practical education in areas such as S&C, nutrition, sports psychology and injury management, along with opportunities to represent SSA at events, inter‑academy sessions and camps.

Program Partners

JNJG
Golf_NSW_Logo
Wagga Wagga Country Club Logo
Thurgoona Country Club Resort Logo

Selected athletes receive:

  • High‑quality coaching in a squad environment
  • Access to quality training facilities
  • Strength & Conditioning assessment and programming
  • Sports science testing and high‑performance training support
  • Opportunities to represent SSA at events
  • Education in technical, tactical, and personal development
  • Academy uniform kit (additional cost)
  • Participation in Your Local Club Academy Games, North v South Cup and other Inter-Academy events for selected athletes
  • Identification and nomination for progression opportunities into tiered Golf NSW talent programs
 

Additional SSA benefits:

  • Access to Lumin (Academy athlete performance and management platform)
  • Support for award and scholarship nominations
  • Community engagement and corporate partner exposure
  • Promotion through SSA media channels

Program Eligibility Criteria

Athletes must:

  • Be aged 12 or 17 as of 31 December 2027
  • Be committed to progressing to higher representation within Golf
  • Be a registered member of a Golf NSW affiliated club within the SSA catchment region.
  • Meet handicap recommendations:
    • Boys – 12 and under
    • Girls – 18 and under
  • Reside in one of the Southern LGA catchments.

An athlete scholarship levy of $400 + GST applies and covers the program benefits outlined above, along with a range of additional athlete development opportunities throughout the season.

Uniform costs are additional, with Golf‑specific and SSA items purchased through the official supplier.

Additional event costs may also apply throughout the season.

Program Delivery Period

November 2026 – June 2027

Key Events (Indicative)