by Bernice Butlion | Jun 6, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
A South West athletics competitor has shown she is one of the best young javelin throwers in the country at the recent national titles. Collie’s Gemma Buckle won gold in the under-17 javelin at the Australian Junior Championships in Adelaide during April.Demonstrating...
by Bernice Butlion | Jun 6, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
It is the end of an era for the South West Academy of Sport, with its inaugural chief executive leaving after nearly 17 years in the position. Bernice Butlion departs the organisation this month, concluding a lengthy tenure leading SWAS from its foundationto become...
by Bernice Butlion | Jun 6, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
A South West surf lifesaver and two of her WA counterparts have proved themselves to be among the best in the country. Olivia Doddy teamed up with Annika Negus and Millie Kok to win the under-17 female board relay for Trigg Island at the Australian Surf Life Saving...
by Bernice Butlion | May 7, 2024 | Athlete Story, News
Young South West athletes, coaches and stakeholders have been told about optimising health, wellbeing and performance in female sports as part of an insightful workshop. Dr Kate Baldwin presented a session on March 13 aimed at empowering female athletes with crucial...
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...
