Athletics
Applications for the 2026 program have now closed
The CCAS Athletics program is delivered in partnership with the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS).
Program Benefits
Selected athletes receive:
- Two-day Athletics Performance workshop, featuring specialised technical coaching, performance re-testing, recovery sessions, and workshops on goal setting, media skills, and team building. Workshop will also include lunch on both days, and is included in the levy cost.*
- Access to Athlete Discounts
Exclusive discounts through our proud partner, Coast Sport Physiotherapy. - Access to Lumin Athlete Management System
Utilise our AMS platform to monitor training, progress, and wellness. - Education Sessions
Expert-led workshops on Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Drugs in Sport, Media Training, and Social Media. - Athletic Discipline Testing
Sport-specific performance testing and re-testing for event groups including long jump, sprinting, and shot put to identify movement patterns and inform targeted training strategies for performance improvement and injury prevention - 5 months of Face-to-Face Strength and Conditioning Sessions
Structured physical development training with accredited coaches.
Additional CCAS benefits:
- Access to Lumin (Academy athlete performance and management platform)
- Support for award and scholarship nominations
- Community engagement and corporate partner exposure
- 3 month Mingara gym/pool/track pass
- Promotion through CCAS media channels
Athlete Eligibility
Program Eligibility Criteria
Athletes must:
- Turning 13-17 in 2026
- Be committed to progressing to higher representation within Athletics.
- Athletes must meet the performance standards for their event(s) as outlined by Athletics Australia – Athletics Australia Performance Standards 2025
- Be a registered member of an Athletics club within the Central Coast region.
- Currently reside in the Central Coast Council LGA.
Athlete Levy
An athlete levy will apply, covering the above listed program benefits and more. Uniform costs are additional, with CCAS items purchased through the official supplier.
Key Dates
Program Delivery Period
July 2026 – December 2026
2 Day Workshop – Saturday 7th – Sunday 8th November 2026
2026/27 Squad
Running Coach
Ramona Casey
Steven Perry
Throw Coach
Michel Hemmings Jones
Athletes
Bethan Kos
Emma Shiels
Imogen Hyslop
Matilda-Holly Marks
Rain Ross
Ashton Foley
Cooper Newman
Harrison Whittaker
Jack Sullivan
Jackson Eagles
James Hicks
Johan Hawryluk
Leo Terjesen-soem
Nathaniel Russo
William Pratt
Xavier Perry
