Western Sydney Academy of Sport

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A simple question can make a big difference.

Today, we’re checking in with our athletes, coaches, families and Academy community.

Ask the question. Listen. Stay connected. Sometimes, just being there is enough.

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🥎 💙WSAS | U16'S WOMEN'S SOFTBALL NSW TEAM 💙🥎

Congratulations to both our current WSAS & WSAS Alumni selected in the 2027 U16 Softball NSW Women's Team competing for the Esther Deason Shield! 👏🔥
💙 Aaliyah Batey (Alumni)
🩵 Bridie Harper (Current)
💙 Asst Coach - Ryleigh Arnott (Alumni)

The team will compete from 14–19 Dec 2026 at Mirrabooka International Softball Stadium, WA.

We are incredibly proud to see so many WSAS athletes & coaches continuing to progress and represent at the highest levels. 🌟

Congratulations girls, and best of luck for the competition! 💪💙🩵

Congratulations to all athletes and officials, 2027 U16 Womens Team competing for Esther Deason Shield 14–19 Dec 2026, Mirrabooka International Softball Stadium, WA

🥎 💙WSAS ALUMNI | U18 WOMEN'S SOFTBALL NSW TEAM 💙🥎

Congratulations to our WSAS Alumni selected in the 2027 U18 Softball NSW Women's Team competing for the Elinor McKenzie Shield! 👏🔥

💙 Charlotte Bedwell
🩵 Nicola Harris
💙 Chloe Johnston
🩵 Jessica Middleton
💙 Addison O'Connor
🩵 Jordyn Saunby

The team will compete from 11–16 January 2027 at West Beach Parks, South Australia.

We are incredibly proud to see so many WSAS Alumni continuing to progress and represent at the highest levels. 🌟

Congratulations girls, and best of luck for the competition! 💪💙🩵

Congratulations to all athletes and officials, 2027 U18 Womens Team competing for Elinor McKenzie Shield 11–16 Jan 2027, West beach park South Australia

🚴‍♂️ BMX PROGRAM NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN! 🚴‍♂️

Ready to take your BMX racing to the next level? 🔥

Nominations are now OPEN for the Western Sydney Academy of Sport BMX Program delivered in partnership with AusCycling

Our program provides talented young BMX athletes with the opportunity to develop their skills within a high-performance environment, while preparing for higher-level competition and representative pathways.

💪 What’s included?
🔹 High-performance BMX coaching
🔹 Strength & conditioning
🔹 Athlete education & development
🔹 Performance support and testing
🔹 Competition preparation
🔹 Opportunities to represent WSAS at Academy events and camps

If you're an ambitious BMX athlete looking to challenge yourself, develop your performance and take the next step in your sporting journey, we want to hear from you! Athletes must be aged 13-18 and be from Western Sydney.

👉Nominate via the link below or visit the WSAS website for full program details and nomination information.
🔗https://thinksport.my.site.com/s/applications
🔗https://regionalacademies.org.au/wsas/programs/bmx/

🏐 VOLLEYBALL PROGRAM | NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN! 🏐

📣 Are you a talented young volleyballer ready to take your game to the next level?

Western Sydney Academy of Sport is excited to open nominations for our 2026/27 Volleyball Athlete Program, delivered in partnership with Volleyball New South Wales.

Our program provides talented young volleyballers with the opportunity to develop in a high-performance environment, supporting their growth both on and off the court.

💪 ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT INCLUDES:

🏐 High-quality coaching & technical skill development

💪 Strength & Conditioning

📊 Sports Science & Performance Support

🧠 Sports Psychology & Athlete Education

🥗 Nutrition & Recovery

🩹 Injury Prevention & Management

🎯 Opportunities to progress through Volleyball NSW state and national pathways

Athletes will train alongside other talented volleyballers while developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to take the next step in their sporting journey.

If you're a committed and ambitious young volleyballer looking to progress your game, we want to hear from you!

👉 Nominate via the link below or visit the WSAS website for full program details and nomination information.
🔗https://thinksport.my.site.com/s/applications
🔗https://regionalacademies.org.au/wsas/programs/volleyball/

🌟 SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT! 🌟

Get excited! The Western Sydney Academy of Sport Awards Night is happening this Thursday and we are thrilled to announce that proud WSAS Alumni, two-time Paralympian and Australian Para-Cyclist Gordon Allan will be joining us as the special guest speaker! 🚴‍♂️

Gordon joined WSAS in 2014 as the Academy's first Para-athlete, before progressing through the national high-performance pathway and making his Australian debut in 2018.

Since then, Gordon has represented Australia at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, won bronze at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, and most recently claimed silver in the Men's C2 1000m Time Trial at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. 🥉🥈

We are incredibly proud to welcome Gordon back to WSAS and can't wait to hear his inspiring journey at our Awards Night! 👏

We look forward to celebrating another incredible year with our athletes, families, partners and Academy community. 🌟

🥎 SOFTBALL COACH & MANAGER EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST 🥎
We’re looking for passionate and dedicated coaches, managers and support staff to join our 2026/27 Western Sydney Academy of Sport Softball Program! 🏆

With programs kicking off over the coming months, applications and trials are just around the corner and we’re looking for more great people to help develop, support and empower our emerging athletes. 💪

Whether you’re an experienced coach, coordinator or manager, or looking for an opportunity to become more involved in athlete development and high-performance sport, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Interested in joining our highly regarded Softball Program?
Submit your Expression of Interest via the link below.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/vvMdxWKzzx
Applications close Monday 14th September
Help us Empower Emerging Athletes across Western Sydney. 💙

🏐 NETBALL COACH & MANAGER EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST 🏐
We’re looking for passionate and dedicated coaches, managers and support staff to join our 2026/27 Western Sydney Academy of Sport Netball Program! 🏆

With programs kicking off over the coming months, applications and trials are just around the corner and we’re looking for more great people to help develop, support and empower our emerging athletes. 💪

Whether you’re an experienced coach, coordinator or manager, or looking for an opportunity to become more involved in athlete development and high-performance sport, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Interested in joining our highly regarded Netball Program?
Submit your Expression of Interest via the link below.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/vvMdxWKzzx
Applications close Monday 25th September
Help us Empower Emerging Athletes across Western Sydney. 💙

🥎 SOFTBALL UMPIRE PROGRAM NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🥎

Calling all aspiring and developing umpires - The 2026/27 WSAS Softball Umpire Program is officially open for nominations!

The Softball program is delivered in partnership with Softball NSW and is proudly supported by Tarista Transport.

This is a great opportunity for passionate & up and coming umpires
looking to develop their skills, build confidence and progress through the officiating pathway.
🎯 DEVELOP YOUR GAME WITH:
🏐 High-quality umpire development & practical sessions
🧠 Game understanding & decision-making
💪 Strength & Conditioning
📊 Performance & feedback
🩹 Injury Prevention & Recovery
🥗 Nutrition & Athlete Education
🎓 Sports Psychology & Personal Development
🚀 Preparation for higher-level representative opportunities
Umpires will have the opportunity to train in a high-performance environment, connect with other developing officials and access support designed to help them progress towards the next level of their officiating pathway.
👉 Nominate through the link below or visit the WSAS website for full program and nomination information.
🔗 https://thinksport.my.site.com/s/applications
🔗 https://regionalacademies.org.au/wsas/programs/softball-umpires/

🥎 SOFTBALL NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🥎
Are you ready to step up to the plate?

The Western Sydney Academy of Sport Softball Program is looking for talented young athletes ready to develop their skills, compete in a high-performance environment and continue their pathway in the sport.

The Softball program is delivered in partnership with Softball NSW, and is proudly supported by Tarista Transport.

Our program is designed to challenge athletes and help them become better players, smarter competitors and confident athletes.
⚾ Develop your game through:
🔹 Specialist softball coaching
🔹 Batting, fielding & throwing development
🔹 Game awareness and decision-making
🔹 Strength & conditioning
🔹 Athlete education and performance support
🔹 Competition and representative opportunities
🔹 Training alongside other talented athletes from across Western Sydney
👉 Nominate via the link below or visit the WSAS website for program and nomination details.
🔗 https://thinksport.my.site.com/s/applications
🔗https://regionalacademies.org.au/wsas/programs/softball/