athlete stories
Female Athletes Empowerd
May 7, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
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...
Asthma WA to Help Young Academy Stars Breathe Easier
May 7, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
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...
Otis Inspires Young Surfers
May 7, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
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...
Tuckey Excels in National Contest
Mar 7, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
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...
Support Allows Triathlete to Perform at His Best
Sep 7, 2023 | Athlete Story, News, Triathlon
South West Academy of Sport triathlete Connor Fraser is having a massive 2023 — and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. Earlier this year, Connor was recognised as runner up junior Triathlete of...
Making the Most of the Opportunity
Sep 7, 2023 | Athlete Story, News
Talented youngster Ingrid Blandford is excited about what her future holds with the academy, as she aims to become SWAS’ latest success story in the pool. “This is my first year in SWAS,” she said....
Future Stars Earn Scholarships to Reach the Next Level
Aug 27, 2023 | Athlete Story, Individual Athlete, News
The South West Academy of Sport is supporting the sporting dreams of a fresh batch of athletic talent, announcing an exciting list of new scholarship holders with the potential to take their game to...
Natasha Rigby
Feb 8, 2022 | Athlete Story
You could say it has been a Glory-ous season for former South West Academy of Sport soccer player Natasha Rigby, who has wrapped up her first term as captain of Perth Glory. The Margaret...
Thomas collects another State record
Jan 25, 2022 | Athlete Story, News
There is nothing better than crossing the finish line in first place – except doing so knowing you’ve run a faster time than anyone your age in Western Australia. Ever. Just ask junior athletics...
Charlie Betts Jnr
Jan 21, 2022 | Athlete Story
WA under-20 soccer player of the year Charlie Betts Jnr is one of a growing number of former South West Academy of Sport athletes whose talent has opened the door to opportunities on and off the...