Category: NSW

Blog post: Avoiding sickness during winter

Written by Nutrient Nation Winter often brings an increase in coughs, colds, sore throats, and other illnesses. For young athletes, staying healthy can be particularly challenging during this time of year. Between school, training, competitions, and social activities, young athletes are exposed to a variety of bugs and germs that can increase their risk of […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Campbelltown Catholic Club renews major partnership with SWSAS

The South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) is pleased to announce the expansion of its partnership with Campbelltown Catholic Club as the academy’s Major Partner for 2026. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to developing local athletic talent, supporting young people, and investing in the future of high-performance sport in South West Sydney. As […]