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SKG Improves Athletes’ Image
Sep 22, 2023 | News, Uncategorized
The South West Academy of Sport has teamed up with SKG Radiology — with athletes and their families massive benefactors. As part of their new sponsorship agreement with SWAS, SKG Radiology will...
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....
Learning to Think Like Champs
Aug 27, 2023 | News
It’s not just about talent. If you want to be a champion, you also have to think like one. That is what South West Academy of Sport athletes have been taught as part of a special program that...
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...
Connor caps off triathlon season with top-tier honours
May 30, 2023 | Individual Athlete, News
South West Academy of Sport athlete Connor Fraser is riding high after being officially recognised by Triathlon WA for a season of standout efforts that led to him stepping on to the podium at more...
National stage beckons young hockey champs
The South West Academy of Sport’s proud track record for producing top-level hockey players has continued, with another batch of quality sports men and women being called up to represent Western...
Hard work and determination pays off for young cyclist
May 28, 2023 | Individual Athlete, News
If you start suffering from leg cramps while competing in a challenging 90 kilometre gravel race full of climbs, descents – and mud, it’s fair to say it’s not going to be an easy ride. But Finn...
Aiyana back from Australian Junior Amateur
Apr 25, 2023 | Individual Athlete, News
Sometimes it’s the experiences that standout over the victories. And for young golfers it’s hard to top competing at Australia’s premier junior event for emerging players. In April, South West...
Alumni Update: Alex Saffy turns his attention to Manchester
Apr 25, 2023 | Alumni, Individual Athlete, News
In the months since being named the South West Academy of Sport’s Sports Star of the Year, alumni athlete and swimmer Alex Saffy has continued to impress. Most recently, the Bunbury young gun was...