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The CCAS Athletics program is crafted to complement the training schedules of local Track & Field athletes, offering valuable supplementary support. We provide off-track assistance to eligible athletes and facilitate connections with coaches in various disciplines as required.
Qualifying athletes selected for the associate scholarship program gain access to exclusive training sessions, expert presenters, and resources covering diverse topics including nutrition, sports psychology, drugs in sport and community, youth leadership, and injury prevention.
If you would like to be notified when nominations open again for this program please complete the form HERE
Scholarship athletes are selected from local Central Coast athletics clubs and receive the associated benefits of being a scholarship holder through the CCAS in the anticipation of progressing further through to state and national selection. The Athletics program follows the FTEM Model of pathway development, from Foundation, Talent, Elite and Mastery of the sport.
Track and Field athletes will have access to the following benefits as a CCAS athlete:
To be eligible for selection in the 2024 program athletes must:
Each applicant undergoes a thorough review by a panel of CCAS 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 CCAS holding final responsibility for athlete selection. We prioritize dedication, attitude, and potential for growth.
Active Kids Vouchers approved & accepted
Steve Perry
Athletics Australia Level 3 sprints and performance coach
Current Director of Athletics Barker College
Current Director of Peza speed Dynamics
Current TTP (Target Talent Program) Athletics Australia Athletics NSW coach
Current sprints coach of both National and state champions Plus NSW record holders
Current Athletics NSW holiday camp sprints coach
Current NSW relay coach
Current Head coach athletics Central coast Academy of sport
Still the Current holder of two National records
Former 8 time National track and Field representative
Was a former Dual silver medalist World junior championships
1988 Australian junior sportsperson of the year
Former member at the AIS
Former Penrith Panthers sprint coach
Former Athletics Australia development coach
Graham Garnett
Athletics Australia Level 4 Sprints, Hurdles & Relay Coach
Athletics Australia Level 3 Mid Distance Development
Coach of Thailand National Athletic Team (2022)
Coach of 2 x Australian World Junior Championship Team Members (womens 400 relay / mens 400-800 – 400 relay)
Coach of Mens World Junior 400 mtr finalist (2022/5th)
Coach of 4 x SEA Games (South East Asian Games) Champions (for Thailand)
Current Coach of both National Champions and Medalists and State Champs/ Medalists/Record Holders
Current Multi Event Coach of NSW Heptathlon Champion
** Heptathlon Events include (hurdles/high Jump/ shot put/ 200mts / Long Jump / Javelin / 800 mts)
Head Coach/Founder of GTR Athletic Performance
Matt Fowler
Level 4 High Performance Coach – Sprints, Hurdles & Relays
Level 4 High Performance Coach – Middle Distance
Level 4 High Performance Coach – Throws
Level 4 High Performance Coach – Jumps
Level 2 Recreational Running Coach
Currently undertaking Masters of Sports Coaching (University of Queensland)
Undertaking Advanced S & C for Sports Performance (University of Western Australia)
Accredited to facilitate Level 1, 2 & 3 Coaching Courses & Recreational Running Courses
Former Coaching & Development Manager Athletics NSW
Former Director Knox Track & Field Program
Accredited Strength & Conditioning Coach ASCA
ASCA Tactical Strength & Conditioning accredited
Anais Biasi
Blake Mcdonald
Caitlin Russell
Caleb Lewis
Clodagh Bookallil
Cooper Manser
Daniel Gallo
Dante Madzinga
Ellena Halloran
George Wells
Jiya Marwaha
Lachlan Donafee
Lily Axford
Linkin Haddad
Milla Davies
Naomi Truong
Paige Casey
Rebecca Fowler
Xavier Perry
Zahli Fisher
