Indigenous

Applications for the 2026 program will open soon

Register Your Interest

The WSAS Indigenous program is proudly presented by Program Major Partner UAA (Underwriting Agencies of Australia), providing a sporting platform for young indigenous people aged 12–18 to be identified, and where suitable, considered for selection into one of the WSAS sports programs, or other sports aligned with their interests and identified talent.

Athletes identified through a WSAS ITID event may be offered the opportunity to progress into fully funded scholarship positions within a WSAS program, or receive support as they pursue a sporting pathway.

Program Partners

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WSU

Talent ID is designed to identify people with specific skills, personal qualities and physical attributes that may lead that person to become a high-performing athlete. It is much more than just assessing a person’s physical capabilities, it includes the emotional side of performance, aspects like; desire, determination, resilience and so forth. These qualities are found in elite performance athletes.

How the Event Works

Students will be introduced to a range of sports and will participate in multiple skill‑based sessions designed to create a fun, supportive environment for showcasing their abilities.

The event also includes a physical assessment delivered by the WSU Sport Science Unit, featuring strength and conditioning evaluations, fitness testing, and additional opportunities for students to demonstrate their commitment to progressing along the talent development pathway.

All coaches involved are highly qualified and experienced in talent identification and pathway development.

Talent‑Identified Students

Athletes who demonstrate strong athletic ability and potential for participation in the Academy’s State‑endorsed pathway programs may be selected for the WSAS Indigenous Future Stars Squad.

Selected Athletes

Athletes chosen for the squad will receive scholarship funding and performance support, including personal development, education, and strength & conditioning services provided through our high‑performance partners.

The WSAS Indigenous Future Stars Squad operates from October to July, with a structured schedule of sessions. Full program details will be provided to successful athletes upon the offer of their Athlete Scholarship.

To be eligible to apply for the Indigenous Talent ID event, applicants must first identify as being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. Proof of descent may be requested.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

  • The program is open to male and female athletes aged 12–18 years.
  • Applicants must currently reside within one of the following Local Government Areas (LGAs):
    Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, City of Parramatta, Penrith, or The Hills.
  • Applicants must be endorsed by the school and/or sporting organisation they attend or represent.

2026 dates will be available soon

Bayli Alvey
Vince Baso
Chace Baso
Riley Breust
Kayde Brooks
Harrison Bryan
Charli Butler
Logan Cohen
Jyrell Coppini
Hayley Faull
Levi Gardner
Roy Hampton
Olivia Harrison

Brock Hathaway
Marina Holden
Shannon Hookey
Ruby Hoskins
Zachary Isaako
Liani Loxley
Kaiden Martin
Ruby Mason
Makara McBurney
Hunter McKillop-Davies
Lachlan McLaren
Dominic Middleton
Ayden Nowland-Gadson

Samuel Ord
Braxton Ormsby
Amelia Robertson
Lochlan Schempp
Ethan Schempp
Archie Scott
Janaali Skinner
Kauhoke Toli
Taliai Toli
Hinne Totau
Harper Wade
Mason Webb-Johnson
Mickaylah Whitton Holden
Rahnin Youssef