Athletics

2026

Applications for the 2025/26 intake are now closed.
To be notified when the next intake opens, click here to register your interest.

The NCAS Athletics Program supports pre-elite Track & Field athletes competing at state and national levels. Athletes take part in combined training sessions, a tailored strength & conditioning program, and educational workshops on nutrition, psychology, leadership, and injury prevention ensure athletes develop both on and off the track.

NO Late Applications Accepted

Nominated athletes are selected from the North Coast Region. The Athletics program follows the FTEM Model of pathway development, from Foundation, Talent, Elite and Mastery of the sport.

Athletes will have access to the following benefits as a NCAS athlete:

    • 38 Weeks face to face to strength and conditioning sessions
    • Access to Lumin Athlete Management System
    • Expert-led workshops on Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Drugs in Sport, Media Training, and Social Media.
    • Fitness testing and Review Session
    • Fortnightly Athletics Performance workshop, featuring specialised technical coaching, performance testing, recovery sessions, and workshops on goal setting, media skills, and team building.

To be eligible for selection in the 2025 program athletes must:

  • Athletes must be turning 14 to 19 years of age in 2026.
  • Athletes must reside in the North Coast Local Government Areas of Tweed, Byron, Lismore, Ballina, Kyogle, Richmond River, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca, Kempsey and Port Macquarie-Hastings.
  • Athletes must be a current registered member of State athletics organisation.
  • Athletes must meet the performance standards for their event(s) as outlined by Athletics Australia –
    click here for standards.

Athletes who are close to meeting the performance standards, please detail your current results and we will assess on an individual basis.

Each applicant undergoes a thorough review by a panel of NCAS coaches, administrators and representatives.We follow clear performance guidelines set by Athletics NSW, ensuring fairness and transparency: REGIONAL ACADEMY ENTRY MATRIX

Our selection process considers both objective and subjective measures, with the NCAS holding final responsibility for athlete selection. We prioritize dedication, attitude, and potential for growth.

 

 

 

Head Coach- Zenon Kowalczyk

Assistant Coach- Don Mcnamarra

Assistant Coach – Caroline Bailey

Assistant Coach – Lesley White

Assistant Coach – Briony Leonard

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