athlete stories
Future Stars Earn Scholarships to Reach the Next Level
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...
Natasha Rigby
You could say it has been a Glory-ous season for former South West Academy of Sport soccer player Natasha Rigby, who has wrapped up her first term as captain of Perth Glory. The Margaret...
Thomas collects another State record
There is nothing better than crossing the finish line in first place – except doing so knowing you’ve run a faster time than anyone your age in Western Australia. Ever. Just ask junior athletics...
Charlie Betts Jnr
WA under-20 soccer player of the year Charlie Betts Jnr is one of a growing number of former South West Academy of Sport athletes whose talent has opened the door to opportunities on and off the...
Laura Macaulay
There are goals. And then there is conquering The Right – a massive wall of water off Western Australia’s south coast. Surfing the infamous wave took former South West Academy of Sport athlete Laura...
Out of the Academy and into the AFL
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...
Alex honoured with prestigious scholarship
SWAS athlete and local swimming superstar Alex Saffy has received the 2021 Wally Foreman Foundation Scholarship.
Brady’s incredible rise through footy’s ranks
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...
Lauren riding high with Earl and Cad ahead of upcoming State championships
South West Academy of Sport athlete Lauren Rowe, pictured with Cadillac, is riding high after wins at recent state-level events.
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