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Far West Academy of Sport

The Far West Academy of Sport (FWAS) is one of 11 regional academies of sport throughout the state of NSW. The Far West Academy of Sport facilitates the identification and preparation of talented young athletes so they may achieve their highest potential with the support of sporting organisations, government and the community.

The Far West Academy of Sport exists to:

identify, develop and enhance sport pathways for talented athletes from within the Far West region of NSW
provide athletes with opportunities to access a higher level of sport development programs to develop their talent
encourage athletes and young people to reach their full potential
guide athletes towards regional, state and national sports participation and performances
provide holistic programs that assist young people to develop their sporting and leadership skills.

Catchment area
Academy Games
Academy sports
Calendar of events
Scholarships
FWAS highlights
Contact information
Photo gallery

Catchment area

The FWAS is one of eleven Regional Academies of Sport in NSW.

The FWAS services the largest region of all NSW Academies, encompassing approximately 42% of the state. This area stretches from Broken Hill to Lightning Ridge, Ivanhoe to Enngonia.

This region covers the following local government areas Bogan Bourke, Brewarrina, Broken Hill, Central Darling, Cobar, Coonamble, Walgett, Warren as well as the Unincorporated Area of NSW. Members of neighbouring communities who identify with the Far West region are also included in some programs.
NSW map showing FWAS regions

Academy Games

The Academy Games will be held in Armidale NSW from 7-9 April 2011. The Far West Academy will compete in Tennis, Golf and Netball. For more information on the Academy Games www.academygames.com.au

FWAS sport development programs

Netball

Age: 14 - 18
Program Year: December – November
Squad Size: Academy Squad (15-18yrs) – 15-20 athletes, Futures Squad (14-15yrs) – 12-16 athletes

Tennis

Age: 12 – 18
Program Year: March – December
Squad Size: 12 – 15 athletes

Football

Age: 10 – 14
Program Year: June – October
Squad Size: 16 athletes (male and female)

Golf

Age: 13 – 18
Program Year: October – September
Squad Size: 6 – 10 athletes

Rugby League (in partnership with Country Rugby League)

Age: 14 – 18
Program Year: October – April
Squad Size: Academy Squad (16-18yrs) – 18-22 athletes, Development Squad (14-16yrs) – 18-22 athletes

Lone Star Program (Individual scholarship program)

Age: 12 – 18
Program: October – September
Squad Size: 12 – 15 athletes

FWAS Academy Joint Regional Development Programs

Swimming - March/December: Warren (11-16 yrs) supported by Swimming NSW
Polo Cross - April: Regional Development Camp, Quambone
Clay Target - June: Warren (12 – 18 years) supported by Western Zone Clay Target Association

Coach Development Program

The FWAS invites local coaches to attend FWAS programs and work with the head coach to enhance their coaching skills.

Officiating Development

Calendar of events

Dates	Sport	Activity	Venue
11 September	Football (Soccer)	Training	Nyngan
18 September	Netball	15's Training Day	Warren
23 September	Lone Star	Broken Hill Region Lone Star Applications Close (Download application PDF)	N/A
23 September	Lone Star	Lone Star Applications Close (Download application PDF)	N/A
23 - 25 September	Netball	15's Netball NSW Development Weekend	Sydney
23 - 25 September	N/A	WRAS Coach the Coaches Forum	Bathurst
26 - 27 September	Tennis	Training Camp	Warren
26 - 30 September	Football (Soccer)	Sydney Tour	Sydney
16 October	Rugby League	CRL Far West Rugby League Trials (Download information PDF)	Warren
26 October	Golf	St Michaels Charity Golf Day	Sydney
29 - 30 October	Rugby League	Induction Camp	Warren
29 - 30 October	Netball	2012 FWAS Netball Trials (Download information PDF)	Warren
4 - 6 November	Tennis	Training Afternoon/Namoi Valley Jnr Championships	Gunnedah
13 November	Rugby League	Training	Warren
27 November	Rugby League	Training Camp	Warren
27 November	Golf	Induction	Warren
27 November	Lone Star	Induction	Warren
27 November	Tennis	Training Day	Warren
27 November		FWAS Presentations	Warren

FWAS Scholarships

Duration

Academy scholarships are generally for a period of one year.

Athlete Eligibility Criteria

Reside in the Far West region of NSW
Demonstrate commitment and dedication to their chosen sport
Willingness to learn and to apply coaching ideas
Tactical ability or knowledge as demonstrated in drills or games
Physical attributes including height, power, agility, speed and endurance
Be aged between 12 – 18 years.

Scholarship Benefits

Intensive training by accredited and experienced coaches
Sports Science testing and evaluation
Opportunities to compete in high level events
Education/Personal Development sessions
Regular updates from the FWAS including sporting tips on how to improve performance.