Tamworth to host NSW’s rising sporting stars at the 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games
Excitement is building across the Tamworth region as preparations ramp up for the 2026 Your Local Club Regional Academy Games, with the town once again set to welcome some of New South Wales’ most talented emerging athletes from April 17th-19th. Hosted by the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) on behalf of the Regional Academies […]
Performance Pathways Q&A set to inspire at the 2026 Regional Academy Games
Athletes and families attending the Your Local Club Regional Academy Games will have the chance to gain rare insights into high‑performance sport, with a special Performance Pathways Q&A confirmed for Saturday 18 April, from 4:00–5:00pm at the Showcourt, Tamworth Sports Dome. RAS, together with the Australian Olympic Committee and the NSW Office of Sport will […]
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 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 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 […]
Gerry Knights announces retirement after decades of service to sport
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and South West Sydney Academy of Sport (SWSAS) today announce the retirement of Gerry Knights, a highly respected leader in sports administration whose career has spanned nearly four decades. Gerry’s last day will be Friday, December 11. Gerry Knights has been a cornerstone of athlete development in New South […]
Regional Academy Netball Challenge showcases future stars in Wollongong
The 2025 Regional Academy Netball Challenge, held from September 27–29 at the Illawarra Sports Stadium, was a resounding success, bringing together more than 400 emerging netball athletes from across New South Wales. Proudly sponsored by Destination Wollongong, the event provided a vital development pathway for young netballers to showcase their skills, grow their game, and […]
Regional Academies of Sport renew strategic partnership with NSWIS until 2028
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) are proud to announce the renewal of our strategic partnership with the New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS), extending the collaboration through to 2028. This renewed agreement reflects a shared commitment to supporting regional athletes and coaches across New South Wales. Through this partnership, RAS and NSWIS will […]