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Out of the Academy and into the AFL

Out of the Academy and into the AFL

by Bernice Butlion | Nov 30, 2021 | Athlete Story, Football, News

A record three South West Academy of Sport football players were drafted into the AFL this year, highlighting the organisation’s growing reputation as a regional sporting talent development powerhouse. Brady Hough was signed to West Coast, Jye Amiss became a Docker...
Alex honoured with prestigious scholarship

Alex honoured with prestigious scholarship

by Bernice Butlion | Nov 30, 2021 | Athlete Story, Individual Athlete, News

Superfast swimmer Alex Saffy has been delivered a $10,000 boost on his journey to Paris 2024 – this year’s Wally Foreman Foundation Scholarship. The 16-year-old “Bunbury Bullet” was recently announced the recipient of the honour at the annual WAIS awards and will...
Jayden makes first-class debut for WA in 2021-22 Sheffield Shield season

Jayden makes first-class debut for WA in 2021-22 Sheffield Shield season

by Bernice Butlion | Nov 30, 2021 | Alumni, News

Sometimes it pays to take the road less travelled. And in South West cricket hero Jayden Goodwin’s case, taking an unconventional pathway proved no barrier to realising a professional cricketing career. The former South West Academy of Sport athlete, who took a break...
Brady’s incredible rise through footy’s ranks

Brady’s incredible rise through footy’s ranks

by Bernice Butlion | Oct 26, 2021 | Athlete Story, Football, News

In less than a year, exciting AFL draft prospect Brady Hough has gone from playing country football to competing in the WAFL system. And now AFL clubs are calling him. The versatile and composed Harvey-based footballer tested in the NAB AFL Draft Combine earlier this...
Dale honoured with lifetime membership for on and off court effort

Dale honoured with lifetime membership for on and off court effort

by Bernice Butlion | Oct 26, 2021 | Netball, News

The valuable contribution South West Academy of Sport netball head coach Dale Nielsen has made to the ECU Souwest Jets has been officially recognised with a lifetime membership. The Brunswick Junction resident was presented with the honour at a recent awards night the...
Lauren riding high with Earl and Cad ahead of upcoming State championships

Lauren riding high with Earl and Cad ahead of upcoming State championships

by Bernice Butlion | Oct 26, 2021 | Athlete Story, Individual Athlete, News

When it comes to achieving success as part of a duo, it helps to have the right partner. The equestrian sport of dressage is no exception, with rider and pony needing to have a good working relationship. A skilled event in which predetermined movements known as...
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