The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has congratulated the NSW Government on today’s launch of a regional talent identification and support project focused on the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
AOC Chief Executive Officer Matt Carroll says the Pursu32+ partnership between the NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) and the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) is timely, identifying and supporting regional athlete talent who can represent Australia in 2032.
“With just over nine years until the Brisbane Games, now is the time to unearth the athletes and their coaches who can shine on the Olympic stage and inspire their local communities. By connecting regional athletes with the expertise of NSWIS, young talent is given every prospect of blossoming ahead of Brisbane 2032.
“This is such an important initiative in providing the opportunity for Australia’s Team in 2032 to make their country proud. A successful Olympic Games requires a successful Olympic Team and the groundwork for this must begin now. The Pursu32+ program fits the bill perfectly. There will be many regional athletes who can benefit from the partnership announced today by NSW Minister for Sport Steve Kamper and Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty.
“It’s no easy path to become an Olympian, so access to the NSWIS high performance staff and programs for this regional talent is essential. Our regional areas have such a good track record of producing Olympic talent, but regional athletes don’t necessarily get access to the resources they need. This program is the missing link and the AOC applauds this initiative,” Mr Carroll concluded.
