South West Sydney Academy of Sport uncovers emerging Indigenous sporting talent
More than 80 Indigenous students from 18 local high schools registered to attend the South West Sydney Academy of Sport’s annual Indigenous Talent Identification Day at Minto Indoor Sports Centre on Friday 24 July. The event brought together young people from across the region to showcase their athletic ability, experience a variety of sports and […]
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, […]
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 […]
South West Sydney Academy of Sport athletes set to represent Australia at the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships
The South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) is celebrating the selection of ten outstanding local BMX athletes who will represent Australia at the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships in Brisbane later this month. The Championships, to be held at the Brisbane BMX Centre from 17–25 July, will welcome more than 2,000 riders from […]
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 […]
South West Sydney Academy of Sport launches 2026 Indigenous Talent Identification Day
The South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) is proud to announce the return of its Indigenous Talent Identification Day (ITID), taking place on Friday 24 July 2026 at Minto Indoor Sports Centre. Supported by Underwriting Agencies Australia (UAA), the Indigenous Talent Identification Day provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students aged 13–17 from across […]
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 […]
The Mac Renews Program Partnership with SWSAS
The South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) is pleased to announce the renewal of its program partnership with The Mac. The renewed agreement strengthens a long-standing relationship that continues to support the Academy’s Baseball and Softball programs, ensuring athlete development and sporting pathways for young talent across South West Sydney. Dave Cadden, Chief Executive […]
2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games Evaluation Report
