athlete stories

The new head of the South West Academy of Sport is excited to be taking on the key position after stepping back from the sporting world for some time. Rachel Norman has taken the reins of the...

The new head of the South West Academy of Sport is excited to be taking on the key position after stepping back from the sporting world for some time. Rachel Norman has taken the reins of the...

A South West athletics competitor has shown she is one of the best young javelin throwers in the country at the recent national titles. Collie’s Gemma Buckle won gold in the under-17 javelin at the...

It is the end of an era for the South West Academy of Sport, with its inaugural chief executive leaving after nearly 17 years in the position. Bernice Butlion departs the organisation this month,...

A South West surf lifesaver and two of her WA counterparts have proved themselves to be among the best in the country. Olivia Doddy teamed up with Annika Negus and Millie Kok to win the under-17...

Young South West athletes, coaches and stakeholders have been told about optimising health, wellbeing and performance in female sports as part of an insightful workshop. Dr Kate Baldwin presented a...

Athletes at the South West Academy of Sport are set to receive increased support for their respiratory health through a new partnership. Asthma WA has joined SWAS to enhance the wellbeing of the...

A 16-year-old surfer from the South West has made waves against the world’s best at the Margaret River Pro. In a thrilling display of talent and determination, Yallingup’s Otis North captured hearts...

 South West star has shone brightly at the pinnacle event of the Australian lifesaving calendar.  The Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre played host to the 2024 Australian Pool Lifesaving...