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Nominations for the 2026/27 program open in August

Register Your Interest

The HAS Volleyball program is delivered in partnership with Volleyball NSW and the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network.

This program provides a high‑performance development pathway for talented young Volleyballers, focusing on technical skills, strength and conditioning, athlete education, and personal growth. It aligns with the Volleyball NSW development framework  and connects athletes to state and national pathways.

Athletes receive targeted skill development, seasonal training support, and preparation for high‑performance tournaments. The program includes practical education in areas such as S&C, nutrition, sports psychology and injury management, along with opportunities to represent HAS at events, inter‑academy sessions and camps.

Program Partners

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Selected athletes receive:

  • 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 HAS at events
  • Education in technical, tactical, and personal Volleyball development
  • Academy uniform kit (additional cost)
  • Participation Inter-Academy pathway events
  • Identification and nomination for progression opportunities into Volleyball NSW pathway programs

Additional HAS benefits:

  • Access to Lumin (Academy athlete performance and management platform)
  • Support for award and scholarship nominations
  • Community engagement and corporate partner exposure
  • Promotion through HAS media channels

Program Eligibility Criteria

Athletes must:

  • Be aged u14–u18 years (born in 2009-2013)
  • Be committed to progressing to higher representation within Volleyball
  • Be a registered and financial member of Volleyball NSW
  • Be nominated by Volleyball NSW or attend HAS trial
  • Reside in one of the following LGAs: Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock, Port Stephens, Dungog, Singleton, Muswellbrook, Upper Hunter Shire, Mid-Coast.
An athlete levy will apply, covering the above listed program benefits and more. Uniform costs are additional, with Volleyball‑specific and HAS items purchased through the official supplier. Additional event costs may apply for other pathway events.

Program Delivery Period

November 2026 – June 2027

Key Events (Indicative)

  • Volleyball NSW Inter-Academy Events: Dates TBC
  • Volleyball NSW State Team Selection Opportunities: Dates TBC