From regional pathways to the world stage: Academy athletes headed to Glasgow 2026
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network is celebrating an exciting first wave of selections for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with athletes, coaches and alumni from across the academy system earning opportunities on the international stage. With the Commonwealth Games team now announced, the Regional Academies of Sport are proud to have representation […]
Six Regional Academies of Sport athletes selected in Hockey Australia Under-18 National Futures Squads
(Image: Ella Craven-Sands) The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network is celebrating an outstanding achievement, with six academy athletes selected in Hockey Australia’s 2026/27 Under-18 National Futures Squads. Hunter Academy of Sport athletes Albert Forbes and Ella Craven-Sands, Northern Inland Academy of Sport athlete Luke Schmude, South West Sydney Academy of Sport’s Isaac Braganza and […]
Henderson strikes Gold for Australia in Michigan
Image: provided by US Rowing Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) athlete Isabella Henderson has proudly represented Australia on the international stage, returning home with an outstanding medal haul from the US Rowing International Rowing Challenge in Michigan. Hailing from Scone, Henderson has developed through the NIAS Future Stars program while balancing the unique challenges […]
Northern Inland Academy of Sport discovers next wave of Indigenous sporting talent
The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) opened its doors to 90 young Indigenous athletes at the Tamworth Sports Dome on Thursday 11 June. This event, made possible through the generous support of Underwriting Agencies Australia (UAA) was a resounding success, showcasing the depth of sporting talent across the Northern Inland region. Students from schools across the […]
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 […]
Regional Academies of Sport & Jack Newton Junior Golf Celebrate 2026 North vs South Cup Success
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and Jack Newton Junior Golf (JNJG) are proud to announce the successful completion of the 2026 North vs South Cup, held at Leura Golf Club in the Blue Mountains from Friday 22 to Sunday 24 May 2026. Set against one of Australia’s most picturesque golfing backdrops, the annual event […]
2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games Evaluation Report
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
2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games a win for athletes and the Tamworth region
Tamworth has once again delivered a standout sporting event, successfully hosting the 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games across a vibrant weekend of competition from April 17–19. Hosted by the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) on behalf of the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network, the Games welcomed close to 1,000 emerging athletes […]