Golf

2025 Golf Program

Our 2025 Golf Program is now open for applications!

Overview & Objectives

The Sunraysia Academy of Sport Golf Program provides services to Sunraysia’s talented junior Golfers to assist their development and is proudly supported by the Victorian Golf Foundation, in partnership with Drummond Golf Sunraysia Golf Range.

The 2025 Golf Program will run from 25th April 2025 and run until September 2025, consisting of technical golf sessions with PGA Professional Mike McKenzie, along with Greg Rhodes and Garth Doherty. The program will include weekly Strength & Conditioning sessions at Mildura Strength and Performance Centre. There will also be fitness testing and an athlete education component.


The objective of the Sunraysia Academy of Sport’s Golf Program is to implement a program which takes a holistic approach to an athlete’s development by providing additional services to the athletes both on and off the course which they may not otherwise be able to access. This program is designed to complement their current coaching, training, and competition environments.

The Victorian Regional Academy (VRAS) Golf Programs are all designed to act as a feeder program for the Victorian Institute of Sport Golf Program via the state under-age squads.

Purpose

To partner with Drummond Golf Sunraysia Golf range, Golf Victoria and Local Golf Clubs to select the most talented and committed junior golf athletes within the Sunraysia region, and to provide a training environment delivered on a regular basis that includes coaching, strength and conditioning and sport education.

Targeted Squad/Selection Criteria

Males and Females 10 – 18 years old (at time of program commencement)

Must be a member of a Golf Club affiliated with Golf Australia.

Must hold and play to a Golf Australia Handicap

In the circumstances that an athlete doesn’t meet the above selection criteria, SAS can also select athletes at their own discretion, no discourse shall be entered into. We encourage everyone who is interested to apply!

The Academy has an inclusive criterion in all sports based on ability, attributes and specific characteristics and welcomes members of the community regardless of cultural background, mobility, gender or religious beliefs.

Structure of Tier:

The Academy is aiming to provide a two-tier structure in the golf program to ensure its longevity and sustainability within the academy. The number of tiers is dependent on the numbers of athletes who are accepted into the program. 

The Tiers that the athletes may be split up into are: Development Squad and Advanced Squad. Each Tier will be Professionally Coached by Mike McKenzie, Greg Rhodes and Garth Doherty, to ensure that consistency, continuity, and quality is maintained.

Program Inclusions:

  • Induction and Fitness Testing – 25th April 2025
  • 14x Golf Technical Training Sesions with Greg Rhodes, Garth Doherty & PGA Professional Mike Mckenzie.
    Sessions delivered at Drummond Golf Sunraysia Golf Range and Riverside Golf Club (Mondays Group 1, Group 2 TBC)
  • 16x coached Strength and Conditioning sessions at Mildura Strength and Performance Centre with Harley Cole (Sundays)
  • Individualized Strength and Conditioning program set up and monitored by S&C Coach, use of Teambuidr App
  • Education sessions covering topics such as Nutrition, Mental Skills, Rehab, Injury Prevention and more.
  • Membership to Drummond Golf Sunraysia Golf Range for the duration of the program (conditions apply)
  • Membership to Mildura Strength and Performance Centre for the duration of the program (conditions apply)
  • Sunraysia Academy of Sport ‘Athlete Membership’ to Mildura Waves courtesy of Aligned Leisure (conditions apply)
  • Invitation to attend Golf Australia High Performance Day at Australian Golf Centre (Sandringham) – Date TBC
  • Further High Performance coaching day opportuntiies
  • Discounted Nutrition information and meal plans thanks to LJB Physiques. Contact Luca for more information – 0417290953 or lucajoshuabruno94@gmail.com
  • Discounted membership with Sportsmind Jr

Exclusions:

  • Travel and accommodation to High Performance Days
  • SAS uniform and merchandise

Applications

Athletes interested in applying for a position in the program must complete an online application form by April 7th 2025.

https://forms.office.com/r/gwuHFTjn3g

SAS Uniform

Upon acceptance into the program an email will be sent through with details of what uniform is required as part of the golf program. Athletes will be required to order online with Apelle Apparel.

Cost of Program

The ‘Full Athlete Levy’ for the 2025 Golf Program will be finalized after applications have closed on April 7th 2025.

Payment plans are available

Once accepted into the program, you will be sent details regarding making payment and all costs involved.

Preferred payment method is direct debit, but payment can also be made by cash or cheque at the SAS Office. Please note: SAS do not have credit card facilities at the office.

If you have any questions or concerns about the program, please feel free to contact SAS using the details below.

We look forward to having you as a 2025 SAS Golf Athlete.

Zac Pullman
Executive Officer
E: eo@sunraysiaacademyofsport.com.au
M: 0432 353 747