Applications Open: 2022-23 Emerging Athlete Program and Senior Performance Program

Applications are now open for the 2022-2023 Athletics SA Emerging Athlete Program (EAP) and Senior Performance Program (SPP).

The EAP Training Squad focuses on high performing athletes between 17 years old through to 23 years old who are currently bridging the gap between Athletics Australia’s Junior High Performance Programs and current SASI/ NASS scholarships. The program is centred around long-term athlete development and the support will allow the athlete and their coach to maximize their current training and performance development practices. The legacy for coach development will enhance the technical knowledge of coaches in providing best practice support networks to further build the talent pool.

The SPP was formed in the wake of the EAP and its success, as an investment to high-performance development for senior athletes in SA. Through this initiative, Athletics SA will hopefully help SA-based athletes bridge the gap between national team representation or national level support. We hope that with our support it will encourage and assist our athletes through this transition.

The programs will address the four key areas for High Performing Athletes (Physical, Technical, Tactical, Mental), and will support athletes with an attempt to enhance their daily training environment through discretionary offerings of:

• Strength & Conditioning

• Sports Sciences

• Performance Analyses

• Sports Nutrition

• Sport Psychology

• Other

The programs will be facilitated by Athletics SA and will engage a range of service providers to ensure that the athletes have access to the leading edge of sports knowledge, facilities, and technology.

To be considered for the EAP and SPP, athletes must show evidence against the performance matrix and the detailed submission of a complete athlete nomination. A selection committee will rank all applicants against the criteria and assess the athlete nomination form.

For more information on the programs, including the selection policy and nomination forms, please visit https://www.athleticssa.com.au/athletes/emerging-athlete-program/.

Applications for these programs will close on Friday, April 29

For any further information or queries, please contact Jessica Pascoe via development@athleticssa.com.au.