Golf

Selections via invitation only

The CCAS Golf Program is delivered in partnership with Golf NSW and Jack Newton Junior Golf (JNJG) as part of the Regional Academies of Sport network. The program forms part of the regional NSW component of the Golf Australia High Performance Pathway, providing emerging golfers with access to structured talent identification, athlete development and pathway opportunities.

CCAS administers and manages Level 1 of the Golf NSW pathway in collaboration with JNJG. Invited golfers participate in regional Talent Assessment Days, incorporating golf-specific skills assessment led by JNJG alongside physical screening and performance testing supported by CCAS. The results help build an Individual Athlete Profile and identify each athlete’s strengths and development opportunities, with selections overseen and approved by JNJG.

Approximately 16-20 golfers from each regional hub may be invited to progress to JNJG Regional Camps. CCAS also provides performance support and athlete education to golfers selected for Level 2, including strength and conditioning, sport science, nutrition, recovery, sports psychology, injury prevention and broader athlete development. This provides regional golfers with access to high-quality support within their local region while connecting them to the Golf NSW and Golf Australia pathways.

Program Partners

JNJG
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Selected Level 1 athletes receive:

  • Four full-day development sessions delivered across the Central Coast and Hunter regions during the program
  • Combined golf-specific skills training with Central Coast Academy of Sport and Hunter Academy of Sport athletes
  • High‑quality coaching in a squad environment
  • Access to quality training facilities
  • Strength & Conditioning assessment and programming
  • Sports science testing and high‑performance training support
  • Opportunities to represent CCAS at events
  • Education in technical, tactical, and personal development
  • Academy uniform kit (additional cost)
  • Participation in Your Local Club Academy Games, North v South Cup and other Inter-Academy events for selected athletes
  • Identification and nomination for progression opportunities into tiered Golf NSW talent programs
 

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

Program Eligibility Criteria

Selections will be via invitation only from JNJG/Golf NSW to identified athletes.

Tournament-Based Identification will be conducted by JNJG through Regional Junior Open and JNJG Junior Master events. 

Golf Australia High Performance Pathway

 

Golf NSW & JNJG Pathway

Level 1 – Talent Identification (OoS T1 and GA “Participation Programs”)
Level 1 focuses on identifying regional potential and providing early profiling opportunities through:
Tournament participation and performance monitoring
• JNJG Regional Talent Assessment Days, conducted in the Golf NSW regions of North Coast,
Northern Inland, Hunter/Central Coast, Central West, Far West, Illawarra/South Coast,
Riverina/Murray and the ACT. In addition, South-West Sydney, Western Sydney, Sydney South and
Sydney North.
• JNJG Regional Talent Camps, conducted in 6 Regional Hubs of Northern NSW, Hunter/Central
Coast, Western NSW, Illawarra/South Coast, ACT and Southern NSW
In addition to Greater Western Sydney and Sydney East.
These programs provide opportunities for athletes to be identified, educated and exposed to Talent
Pathway staff within their local regions. Regional Talent Camps will be delivered across the state and
serve as an important entry point into the pathway.

Level 2 – JNJG Development Squad (OoS T2 and GA “State Junior ID)
Level 2 brings together athletes identified through Level 1 into a more structured development
environment. This phase focuses on:
• Performance progression
• Trainability and responsiveness to coaching
• Development behaviours and commitment
• Preparation for higher-level competition and performance environments
The goal of Level 2 is to further investigate talent potential through a structured program that aims to
identify readiness for higher level junior level development and competition opportunities

Level 3 – Elite Talent and Talent Transition (OoS T3 and GA “Developing Junior”)
Level 3 supports advanced and elite junior athletes who have demonstrated success at state and national
level. The program focuses on:
• Individualised development planning
• High-performance training and support
• National pathway alignment
• Transition into Golf NSW High Performance programs, US College Golf or the PGA Membership
Pathway Program
This level introduces nationally competitive juniors to High Performance training and development
environments. At this level individualised holistic preparation has commenced to prepare them for
transition to post high school ‘open’ level competition (18 years and over) and elite amateur development
programs.

An athlete levy will apply, covering the above listed program benefits and more. Uniform costs are additional, with Golf‑specific and CCAS items purchased through the official supplier. Additional event costs may apply for Academy Games and other pathway events.

Program Delivery Period

November 2026 – June 2027

Key Events (Indicative)

Coaches

Mark Ingrey (Hunter)

Gavin Sutherland (Central Coast)