From regional pathways to the world stage: Academy athletes headed to Glasgow 2026
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network is proud to celebrate our current athletes, alumni, coaches, officials and support staff competing and contributing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. As the Games unfold, the Regional Academies of Sport are proudly represented not only within the Australian team, but across international squads through athletes, coaches, […]
Vale Amelia Milne
The Limestone Coast Academy of Sport is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of our cycling athlete, Amelia Milne. Amelia was a valued member of our Academy, and our thoughts are with her family, friends, teammates, coaches, and everyone affected by this heartbreaking loss. On behalf of everyone at the Academy, we extend our heartfelt […]
Limestone Coast Academy of Sport to cease program delivery following funding uncertainty
Regional Academies of Sport has made the difficult decision to place the Limestone Coast Academy of Sport (LCAS) into recess following ongoing uncertainty around state government funding. The decision comes after months of advocacy and discussions aimed at securing the support required to establish a sustainable Academy model in the Limestone Coast. While those discussions […]
Our 2025 Impact Report is here – see what we achieved
From record-breaking athletes to a growing network of nine academies, 2025 was a defining year for Regional Academies of Sport. Our 2025 Impact Report is now live – and the results speak for themselves. Over 5,000 young people took part in Talent ID trials, 2,256 athletes were supported through scholarship programs, and our network generated […]
RAS Chair Darryl Clout awarded Member of the Order of Australia
For the Regional Academies of Sport, it is a privilege to celebrate the recognition of our Chair, Darryl Clout AM – a man whose contribution to sport administration has shaped the landscape of sport in Australia and around the world. It began, as many great sporting stories do, with a parent simply showing up. More […]
Notice of Annual General Meeting
Regional Academies of Sport Ltd Notice is given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Regional Academies of Sport Ltd will be held as follows: Date: Thursday 28th May, 2026 Time: 2pmLocation: Clubs NSW Boardroom, Level 8/51 Druitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Future Green and Gold Talent Search returns in 2026, creating new opportunities for regional athletes
Registrations have now opened for the 2026 Future Green and Gold Talent Search, a national initiative designed to uncover emerging Olympic and Paralympic potential and accelerate athletes into high‑performance development pathways. Delivered by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in partnership with state institutes and national sporting organisations, the program plays a significant role in […]
Limestone Coast Academy of Sport 2026 nominations now open
Limestone Coast Academy of Sport (LCAS) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for our 2026 programs. Athletes from across the region are invited to apply and take the next step in their sporting development with the support of our high-performance environment. Nominations close on Monday, 15 December 2025. In 2025, our Academy […]
LCAS celebrates 2025 athletes at annual Awards Night
Limestone Coast Academy of Sport (LCAS) hosted its annual Awards Evening on Friday 28 November, celebrating the achievements of athletes, coaches, and volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and success throughout the year. This year’s event also marked an exciting milestone, the Academy’s merge into the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network, strengthening pathways for […]
Team Spirit becomes official apparel supplier to Regional Academies of Sport
Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) is proud to announce a new partnership with Team Spirit Sports, a leading Australian custom apparel manufacturer. Under this new three-year agreement, Team Spirit Sports will be the official apparel supplier of uniforms and merchandise to all athletes, coaches and staff across six of the Academies of Sport in New South […]