Regional Academies of Sport Announce Santos Scholarship Recipients
The Regional Academies of Sport Ltd (RAS Ltd) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Santos Scholarship Program, continuing a transformative partnership with Santos that provides critical support to regional athletes striving for excellence. Initially launched in partnership with the Hunter Academy of Sport (HAS) and Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS), the […]
Regional Academies and NSWIS Extend Partnership to Empower Future Paralympians
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) are proud to announce the extension of their ongoing partnership through the launch of the Regional Para Unit Partnership for 2025–2027. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the shared commitment to identifying and developing the next generation of Paralympic athletes […]
Greater Bank expands partnership with Regional Academies of Sport
Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) is pleased to announce the expansion of its partnership with Greater Bank for 2026. The renewed agreement builds on Greater Bank’s long-standing support of the Regional Academy pathway and will see its footprint grow across five RAS member Academies. In 2026, the partnership will continue with Hunter Academy of Sport […]
The University of Newcastle and Regional Academies of Sport Extend Partnership to 2028
Regional Academies of Sport Ltd (RAS), the parent company of the Hunter Academy of Sport (HAS) and Central Coast Academy of Sport (CCAS) is delighted to announce the renewal of its long-standing partnership with The University of Newcastle for another three years, continuing through to the end of 2028. This extension reinforces a shared vision […]
Regional Academies of Sport Appoint Luke Tucker as General Manager – Commercial & Community
The Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) are proud to announce the appointment of Mr Luke Tucker as General Manager – Commercial & Community, joining the RAS Executive Leadership Team. This appointment comes ahead of the pending retirement of Ian Robilliard OAM, the long-serving RAS Commercial Director and founder of the Central Coast Academy of Sport, who […]
Regional Academies of Sport Welcome Santos’ Continued Support and Expanded Partnership Across Northern Inland
Regional Academies of Sport Limited (RAS) is proud to announce the renewal of its major partnership with Santos, reaffirming the company’s commitment to supporting young athletes across regional New South Wales. The renewed agreement now includes the Northern Inland Academy of Sport, joining the Hunter and Central Coast Academies under this impactful collaboration. The partnership […]
Hunter Academy of Sport Celebrates 2025 Athletes at Annual Awards Night
Image L-R Darren Bird (Coach of the Year), Harper Nelmes (Athlete of the Year), Addyson Kirby (Indigenous Athlete of the Year), Molly Smith (Para-Athlete of the Year), Brett O’Farrell (CEO)
Vale Saxon White AM
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our life-member, Saxon White (9 March 1934 – 7 October 2025) – a distinguished sportsman, academic and stalwart supporter of regional sport. Saxon’s sporting credentials are outstanding: he earned seven Test caps for Australia as a Wallaby in 1956–58. His earlier career included representation as a […]
Regional Academy Netball Challenge Showcases Future Stars in Wollongong
Image credit: Jill Bennett Photography The 2025 Regional Academy Netball Challenge, held from September 27–29 at the Illawarra Sports Stadium, was a resounding success, bringing together more than 400 emerging netball athletes from across New South Wales. Proudly sponsored by Destination Wollongong, the event provided a vital development pathway for young netballers to showcase their skills, […]
HAS Announce 2025 Athlete Award Winners
Image: Harper Nelmes, MTB GE Athlete of the Year