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 […]
Regional Academies of Sport celebrate athlete success on the world stage at 2026 Winter Games
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of current and former athletes who represented Australia at the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Milano-Cortina. From podium performances to historic milestones and breakthrough debuts, athletes with connections across the RAS network once again demonstrated the strength of regional […]
Regional Academy athletes empowered at 2026 Netball NSW Academy Camp
Emerging netball athletes from across the Regional Academies of Sport network gathered over the weekend for the 2026 Netball NSW Academy Camp, hosted by Netball NSW. The two-day camp provided athletes, coaches and umpires with a unique opportunity to develop their skills both on and off the court through a series of high-performance training sessions, […]
2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games officially launched in Tamworth
The 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games was officially launched on Thursday, 5 March at The Courts @ East in Tamworth, bringing together VIPs, athletes, partners, and supporters from across the region to celebrate one of Australia’s premier development events for young athletes. The Games, delivered annually by the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS), […]
Regional Academies of Sport celebrate excellence at the 2026 Regional Academy Awards
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) celebrated the outstanding achievements of athletes, coaches and alumni from across regional New South Wales at the 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Awards on Tuesday, 24th February at Wenty Leagues Club, Wentworthville. The annual event recognises excellence, leadership and commitment across the RAS pathway, highlighting athletes progressing toward […]
Regional Academies of Sport bring future leaders together for Athlete Leadership Event
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) hosted its annual Athlete Leadership Day on Tuesday 24 February, bringing together top athletes from across the network for a day of connection, development and inspiration. Held at the Blacktown Exercise Sports & Technology Hub (BEST) at Blacktown International Sports Park, the event is a key fixture on the […]
Former Central Coast Academy of Sport athlete Matt Graham has been named as one of Australia’s flag bearers for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games
Former Central Coast Academy of Sport athlete and three-time Olympian, Matt Graham has been a consistent force in international freestyle moguls skiing for more than a decade. He made his Olympic debut at Sochi 2014 before claiming a memorable silver medal at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics, one of Australia’s standout performances at the Games. […]
Regional Academies of Sport announce Santos scholarship recipients
The Regional Academies of Sport Ltd (RAS Ltd) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Santos Scholarship Program, continuing a transformative partnership with Santos that provides critical support to regional athletes striving for excellence. Initially launched in partnership with the Hunter Academy of Sport (HAS) and Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS), the […]
Regional Academies of Sport alumni set to shine on the world stage at the 2026 Winter Olympics & Paralympics
As the world turns its attention to Milano–Cortina for the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) proudly celebrate five outstanding alumni who have earned their place on sport’s biggest stage. Their journeys, from regional communities through academy programs and onto global competition showcase the strength of the RAS pathway […]
Regional Academies and NSWIS extend partnership to empower future Paralympians
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) are proud to announce the extension of their ongoing partnership through the launch of the Regional Para Unit Partnership for 2025–2027. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the shared commitment to identifying and developing the next generation of Paralympic athletes […]