athlete stories
Tenacity & Partnership Boost Fraser
Consistency is the key for young triathlete Connor Fraser, who has gone from strength to strength in his pursuits. The Bunbury resident has steadily improved in swimming, cycling and running, under...
Gold Medal a Ticket to Oceania Competition
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...
Trailblazing CEO Calls Time on Long Tenure
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,...
SW Talent Plays Role in WA’s Title Victory
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...
Female Athletes Empowerd
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
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
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
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
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
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....
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