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To provide opportunities for WestVic athletes to be their best in sport and life.
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24/06/2026

Education series - NUTRITION 💪🥑🍒🍊🍎🥦

18/06/2026

Athlete Development Day - This Saturday
Drummond Golf

16/06/2026

Athlete Development Day - This Sunday. 🎾🎾

15/06/2026

Why Strength Training = Injury Prevention 💪🛡️

It’s not just about getting stronger — it’s about staying on the field.
For youth athletes, strength training plays a huge role in reducing injuries by building a body that can handle the demands of sport.

✅ Stronger muscles absorb force
Less stress on joints like knees and ankles
✅ Better joint stability
Helps prevent things like rolled ankles and knee collapse
✅ Improved movement technique
Teaches safe jumping, landing, and cutting
✅ Balanced strength
Fixes weak areas that can lead to injury
✅ Stronger tendons & ligaments
Makes the body more durable over time
✅ Better control & coordination
Reduces awkward movements that cause injuries
✅ Less fatigue = fewer mistakes
Stay stronger for longer during games

👉 Bottom line:
A stronger athlete is a more resilient athlete.
Train smart now, stay injury-free later.

13/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations Archie! 🎉

A huge shoutout to Scholarship athlete Archie Elliot on his selection in the Vic Country Under 18 Boys squad 👏

Archie will represent Vic Country at the upcoming National Championships — an outstanding achievement and a reflection of his hard work and dedication 💪🏽🔥

Wishing you all the best on the big stage, Archie — we’re proud of you and know you’ll do an incredible job! 💙🏀

11/06/2026

Congratulations to Asha on an outstanding achievement! 🏆

Asha has taken out the Grade 1 Eventing Championship at the Victorian Pony Club State Championships—an incredible result and a testament to dedication, skill, and hard work.

A fantastic performance on a big stage—well done Asha! 👏🐎

09/06/2026

Athlete Development Day - This Friday - Register on Lumin Sport for Full details

08/06/2026

WVAS tennis athletes recently attended the VRAS Tennis High Performance Day at Melbourne Tennis Centre 🎾

The day was packed with high-quality on-court hitting sessions led by Tennis Victoria coaches, providing athletes with valuable exposure to elite training environments.

A highlight of the day was hearing from two former academy athletes now competing on the professional circuit—Amy Stevens - Barwon Sports Academy and Josh Charlton - Gippsland Sports Academy . Both shared insights into their journey through the tennis pathway and what it takes to reach the pro level.

An inspiring experience for our athletes as they continue to develop and pursue their tennis ambitions 💪

07/06/2026

🌟 Exciting News for Maya! 🌟

Congratulations to Maya on her selection to the State Team for the upcoming Australian Gymnastics Championships! 🇦🇺🤸‍♀️

An incredible achievement, made even more special after being part of the Level 10 Division 1 Champion Team at the Senior Victorian Gymnastics Championships 🏆

A true testament to Maya’s dedication, hard work, and talent. We can’t wait to see her shine on the national stage! ✨👏

Address

University Drive/Federation University
Ballarat Central, VIC
3353

Website

http://www.westvicsport.org.au/

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