ILT ACADEMY SOUTHLAND
Pursue
Excellence
For more than 20 years, Academy Southland has supported talented young athletes to pursue excellence in sport, education and life.
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Developing athletes.
Building futures.
Academy Southland equips talented young athletes with the tools, support and experiences to achieve more.
Through a combination of athlete development, personal growth and education, participants build the skills, confidence and resilience needed to meet the demands of high-level sport while preparing for opportunities beyond it.
Building skills for sport and life
Academy Southland provides a development experience that extends beyond training and competition. Through workshops, mentoring, performance support and practical learning opportunities, athletes gain the tools to manage the demands of sport, study, work and life.
The programme is designed to develop resilient, capable and confident young people who are prepared to contribute both within their sport and beyond it.
Strength & conditioning
Individualised training at the Mike Piper Training Centre.
Mental skills
The mindset to perform under pressure — and in life.
Athlete life
Balancing school, training, leadership and life.
Nutrition
Fuelling growth and recovery, every day.
2026 applications closed
The academy experience
The impact of Academy Southland extends far beyond competition results. Hear from athletes, parents and alumni who have experienced the programme and the difference it has made in their lives.
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Latest news and success stories
Stay up to date with athlete achievements, alumni success stories, programme updates and news from the Academy Southland community
Athletes recognised at ILT Academy Southland celebration
Academy Athletes prepped for pinnacle event
New Intake announced for 2026 ILT Academy Southland programme
Our 2026 athletes
Meet the athletes currently involved in Academy Southland and discover the talent, dedication and ambition that shape the programme today.
