Recently, we took 50 Year 9s to the new South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) facility to undertake physiological and fitness testing for talent identification for future Olympic pathways. The students were also able to go on a tour of the new facility to observe different professionals working in their fields specific to sport science, exercise physiology, sports psychology, physiotherapy, data analytics and coaching.

The Year 9s achieved some impressive fitness testing results. Jamie (9NSHR) and Daniel (9MSMA) achieved maximum wattage scores on the bikes above 1,100 watts. Meanwhile, Christian (9MGAS) and Jacob (9NSHR) achieved level 13.10 and 14.1 on the beep test respectively. Daisy (9SFOR) had the most impressive VO2 max for the girls. There were also a number of girls identified, through physiology testing and their previous experience with dance and calisthenics, for diving pathways. All students put in a great effort during the testing and were complimented on their work ethic, application and respect.

Sam White
Health and Physical Education Coordinator