by Bernice Butlion | 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 region’s rising sports stars facing respiratory health issues. With...
by Bernice Butlion | 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 and headlines after receiving an impressive wildcard entry into the...
by Bernice Butlion | 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 Championships in late January, with Mitchell Tuckey one of the standout...
by Bernice Butlion | 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 the Year (men’s 14-15 years old) at the 2022-23 Triathlon Western...
by Bernice Butlion | 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. “It’s a great opportunity for me to meet more like-minded people, who...
by Bernice Butlion | 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 the next level. A total of 10 new athletes in disciplines ranging...
