$1.35 million boost for WA athletes heading to Paris 2024
The State Government has announced more than $1.3 million in funding to assist our Western Australian Institute of Sport >
51 of WA’s best athletes to represent Australia at Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
Western Australia will have its second highest representation on the Australian Olympic Team, with 51 athletes competing at the upcoming Tokyo Games.
Anton Zappelli tees up for Tokyo Paralympic medal dream
When Anton Zappelli was a rising teenage golfer playing in Graham Marsh Junior Golf Foundation events in Western Australia off a handicap of three, he never dreamt that one day the mental focus to succeed in golf would help take him to the Paralympic Games as one of the world's best para rifle athletes.
Hannah Burkhill selected to Australian Olympic Team for Tokyo 2020
WAIS artistic swimmer Hannah Burkhill has been selected to the Australian Olympic Team for Tokyo 2020 in artistic swimming.
#Tokyo2020 Sailor Matt Wearn selected for Tokyo
West Australian sailor Matt Wearn has been announced as one of the first Australian Olympic Team members selected for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Two Years til Tokyo 2020
With today marking the two-year count down to the official opening of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games you can whet your appetite for the sporting extravaganza ahead with a look at the competition schedule for the 32nd Olympiad.
Paris and Los Angeles Confirmed as Olympic Host Cities
Paris (2024) and Los Angeles (2028) were officially confirmed as host cities by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) this week at a session meeting in Lima, Peru.
Chesterman Appointed Tokyo2020 Chef de Mission
Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) Vice President Ian Chesterman has been appointed Chef de Mission for the Australian Olympic Team for >
Paris and Los Angeles set for Win-Win-Win
The International Olympic Committee has paved way for Paris and Los Angeles to both win hosting rights after reaching an historic decision to announce successful candidatures for the 2024 and 2028 Olympic Games at the same time.
15 New Medal Events Confirmed for Tokyo 2020
The event program for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games has been finalised with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirming 15 new medal events on top of the five sport additions announced late last year.
Budapest Set to Withdraw from 2024 Race
Paris and Los Angeles are set for a head to head battle to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games >
Paralympic Debut Ends for Zappelli
Anton Zappelli has finished his Paralympic debut with a 36th place finish in the qualification round of the R6 Mixed 50m Air Rifle Prone SH1 event.
Rollers Out of Medal Contention
On Paralympic day seven the Australian Rollers have fallen to Great Britain, 51 to 74, taking them out of medal contention.
Pardy Brings Home Bronze
The Australian Women's T35-38 4x100m sprint team has competed in Rio overnight (WST) and come away with a bronze medal to add to Australia's tally.
Podium Finish in Sight for the Three-Person Sonar Crew
Following a number of solid performances in the opening races, Russell Boaden and Colin Harrison are in a strong position heading into the final day of the Three-Person Sonar sailing competition at Rio 2016.
Success for de Rozario on Paralympic Day Eight
Madison de Rozario has come away with two successful results, in the T53/54 5000m and T53/54 4x400m events, on day eight of the Rio Paralympic Games.
Western Australian Swimmers Finish Up in the Pool
Guy Harrison-Murray, Madeleine Scott and Jeremy McClure have recorded solid finishes in their final races of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, on competition day eight.
Harrison-Murray Narrowly Misses out on Finals
Last night (WST) at the Olympic Aquatics Centre, Western Australian swimmer Guy Harrison-Murray competed in the S10 100m Freestyle event where he narrowly missed out on a finals position.
Ninth Place for Jarvis in Second Paralympic Campaign
Sharon Jarvis has finished her second Paralympic campaign with a ninth place finish in the Grade III Individual Championship Test event over night (WST).
De Rozario Fifth in Paralympic Final
Madison de Rozario has finished in fifth position of the Women's T53/54 1500m event which was held in Olympic Stadium on day six of Paralympic competition.
First Place Finish for Ingram and Lefroy in Final B
Australia's LTA Mixed Coxed Four crew has finished seventh overall in their Paralympic debut.
A Ninth Place Finish for McLean
On day five of Paralympic competition, Western Australian triathlete, Claire McLean, earned herself a ninth place finish in the Women's PT4 Triathlon.
Sixth Place Conclusion to Scott’s Paralympic Debut
Madeleine Scott has earned herself a sixth place finish in the SM9 200m Individual medley, on Paralympic competition day four.
A Successful Start for Boaden and Harrison
Western Australian sailors, Russell Boaden and Colin Harrison, have had an exceptional start to their Paralympic campaign finishing day one of the Three-Person Sonar competition in first place.
Rollers Experience Highs and Lows to Conclude the Preliminary Round
The Australian Rollers have experienced a mixed finish to the preliminary round of the Rio 2016 wheelchair basketball competition, with a convincing win over Japan following a disappointing loss to Spain.
Strong Start to Paralympic Career for Scott
Western Australian Paralympic swimmer, Madeleine Scott, has made an excellent start to her Paralympic career finishing in fourth place in the SB9 100m Breaststroke final.
Rollers take the Win over the Netherlands
The Australian Rollers have made the perfect start to their Paralympic campaign, defeating the Netherlands 70-50 in the Rio Olympic Arena.
Success for Western Australian 100m Sprint Athletes
Overnight Western Australian 100m sprint athletes, Chad Perris and Ella Pardy, have both qualified for the Rio Paralympic finals in their respective classifications.
Paralympic Legend Brad Ness Earns Rio Flag Honours
A phone call, followed by an impromptu meeting request were the first breadcrumbs that led to Paralympic champion Brad Ness learning that he would be honoured with carrying the Australian flag at the opening ceremony of the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.
Bird Eighth in Olympic Final
WA kayaker Stephen Bird has finished eighth in the final of the men's K1 200m at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Lee Narrowly Misses Out on Olympic Medal
Minjee Lee has narrowly missed out on Australia's first Olympic medal in golf with Korea's Inbee Park deservedly claiming gold after the final round of the women's individual stroke play.
Bird Qualifies for A Final in K1 200m
WA paddler Stephen Bird has qualified for the final of the men's K1 200m after finishing second in his semi final on Day 14 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Reynolds Crash Ends Rio Campaign at Semis
WA BMX star Lauren Reynolds has missed the final of the women's BMX at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games after a crash in run two of the semi finals hurt her prospects.
Lee -4 Heading into Final Round
Su Oh carded an impressive 66 to keep Australia's hopes of a first Olympic golf medal alive, joining compatriot Minjee Lee five shots off bronze going into the final round.
Synchro Girls Close Successful Olympic Chapter
After an AC/DC routine four years ago, Australia's synchronised swimming team was intent on making its mark on the world stage with another parochial routine at Rio 2016.
Lee Stays in Touch After Strong Second Round
Australian Minjee Lee has kept herself in the hunt for an Olympic medal with an impressive four under par in the second round in Rio on Thursday.
Bailie 10th on Olympic Debut
Training partners and Olympic debutants Aaron Royle and Ryan Bailie have given Australia its first dual top ten finishers in men's triathlon history at Copacabana today.
Australian Synchro Squad Accomplish Olympic Dream
Undaunted by mixing it with the best synchronised swimmers in the world, Australia stood tall on the first day of the team event at the Maria Lenk Aquatic Stadium.
WA Paddlers Make Olympic Debut
Western Australian athletes Daniel Bowker and Ferenc Szekszardi have missed out on finals in the men's K2 200m and men's C1 200m respectively on Day 12 of the Rio Olympics Olympic Games.
Lee in Contention After Strong Opening Round
Three birdies on the last four holes from Minjee Lee has lifted the Australian to within four shots of the lead after Day 1 of the women's Olympic golf tournament in Rio this afternoon.
Reynolds Sets Sights on Semis After Seeding Run
BMX athlete Lauren Reynolds has set the 10th fastest time in qualifying for the semi finals of the women's event at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Rio Dream Extinguished for Opals as Medal Sequence Ends
The Australian women's basketball team has been bundled out of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, after suffering a 71-73 defeat against Serbia in their quarter final.
Mickle Suffers Dislocated Shoulder in Competition
A serious shoulder injury has cruelled javelin thrower Kim Mickle's campaign at the Rio Olympics, with the 31 year-old dislocating her right shoulder whilst launching her third throw of the qualifying round.
Smith and Ryan End Olympic Debut Ranked 12th
Australian 470 sailors Carrie Smith and Jaime Ryan have missed qualification for the medal round of the women's 470 at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games after finishing 12th overall.
Hockeyroos Eliminated in Olympic Quarter Final
The Australian women's hockey team has been knocked out of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games at the quarter final stage after New Zealand posted a clinical 4-2 win on Day 10.
Personal Best Adds Gloss to Competition to Remember for Stackpole
Australia's synchronised swimming duet of Rose Stackpole and Nikita Pablo have achieved a great deal in a short period of time, including a personal best performance in the technical routine on Day 10 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Olympic Dream Over for Stingers After Penalties Heartbreak
The gold medal dream for the Australian women's water polo team has ended after they were defeated 11-13 by Hungary in a penalty shootout, after their quarter final clash finished 8-8 on Day 10 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Smith and Ryan Chasing Medal Race on Olympic Debut
In a stop, start campaign cruelled by light winds, Australia's 470 sailors Carrie Smith and Jaime Ryan were back in action on Day 10 of competition as they continued their quest to book a spot in the medal round at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
End of an Era as Kookaburras Bow Out
A legend of Australian sport bade farewell at the Deodoro Hockey Centre in Rio as the curtain came down on Jamie Dwyer's international hockey career and the Australian men's Olympic campaign following a 4-0 defeat to the Netherlands.
Proud as Punch Keeney – Sets Sights on Tokyo
Western Australia Maddison Keeney has finished fifth in the final of the women's 3m springboard at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games and has set her sights on Tokyo2020 after a brilliant debut campaign.
Sharks Rio Journey Ends
The Rio dream is over for the Australian men's water polo team after the final round of group stage matches commenced on Day 9.
Stackpole Revels in Amazing Debut for Australia
Western Australian synchronised swimmer Rose Stackpole has described her Olympic debut as an "amazing" experience as she and Nikita Pablo produced an impressive performance in the duets free routine on Day 9 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Maddison Keeney Advances to 3m Springboard Final
Western Australian Maddison Keeney has qualified for the final of the women's 3m springboard after finishing fourth in the semi-final on Day 8 if the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Brave End for Aussie Team Pursuit
Australia's women's pursuit team might be leaving Rio without a medal, but they certainly won the country's hearts with their determination and fight to courageously finish fifth overall in Rio on Saturday.
Stingers Set up Quarter Final Showdown with Hungary
Australia's women's water polo team have powered home for a 10-3 win over hosts Brazil in the final pool stage of the Rio Olympic Games.
Hockeyroos Face Quarter Final Clash with New Zealand
The Hockeyroos have defeated Japan 2-0 in their final group stage match to set up a quarter final clash with New Zealand.
Opals Progress to Quarter Final Match up with Serbia
The Australian women's basketball team needed another second half comeback to prevail, overcoming a 13-point deficit to beat Belarus 74-66.
Grant Third in B Final
Western Australian rower Rhys Grant has completed his debut appearance at the Olympic Games with a third place effort in the men's single scull B Final.
Olympic Silver for Sam Welsford in Men’s Team Pursuit
Sam Welsford and the Australian men's team pursuit have won an Olympic silver medal on Night 7 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Worth Ends Rio Journey with Narrow Quarter Final Defeat
Taylor Worth has come agonisingly close to continuing on his historic run in Rio losing a quarter-final shoot-off in the individual event at the Sambodromo to bring Australia's Rio 2016 archery campaign to a close.
Keeney Through to 3m Springboard Semis
WA diver Maddison Keeney has overcome a scare to qualify for the semi finals of the women's 3m springboard on Day 7 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Kookaburras Advance to Quarter Final Clash with the Netherlands
The medal matches of the men's Olympic hockey tournament will be missing one of the world's top two sides after Australia's men's hockey team, ranked number one, were matched with world number two, the Netherlands, for Sunday's knock-out last eight following their 9-0 win over Brazil.
Stingers Lose to Italy
The Australian women's water polo team has suffered a 7-8 defeat in their second group match against Italy on Day 6 of the Rio Olympic Games.
Cook Closes Olympic Campaign with Seventh Place Finish in 800m Free Heat
WA swimmer Tamsin Cook has closed her debut Olympic campaign after finishing seventh in her heat of the women's 800m freestyle on Day 6 of the Rio Olympic Games.
Hoskins Defies Odds to Compete in Women’s Team Pursuit Qualifying
Just four days ago, there was uncertainty as to whether Australia would have four riders available to start in the women's team pursuit qualification round after a heavy crash during training, captured the attention of the sporting nation.
Australian Men’s Team Pursuit Set to Ride for Rio Medal
Australia has secured a place in Friday's men's team pursuit medal rounds after clocking the third fastest time during Thursday's (Friday morning Perth time) qualifying round.
Hockeyroos Edge World Number Two Argentina
The Australian women's hockey team snatched a 1-0 victory over world number two side Argentina thanks to Emily Smith's superb volley early in the third quarter.
Rio Campaign Ends for WA Rowing Duo
The Rio Olympic journey has ended for WA rowers Alex Hagan and David Watts, with the women's eight exiting at the repechage stage, whilst Watts claimed victory in the Men's Double Scull - B Final.
Australian Sharks Record Japan Win
Australia has recorded a hard-fought 8-6 win over Japan to register their first win of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on Day 5 of competition.
Hockeyroos Get on the Board with Big Win Over India
The Hockeyroos have found some form to post their first win of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on Day 5 of competition after recording a 6-1 victory over India.
Cook Helps Australian 4x200m Freestyle Relay Team to Final
17 year old Olympic debutant Tamsin Cook has helped the Australian women's 4x200m freestyle team qualify for the final after the Aussies won their heat in a time of 7:49.24.
Cook Wins Olympic Silver
17 year-old Western Australian Tamsin Cook has anchored the Australian women's 4x200m freestyle team to an incredible Olympic silver medal on Day 5.
Kookaburras Bounce Back with GB Win
The Australian men's hockey team's Olympic dream had new life breathed into it on Wednesday evening as goals from Aran Zalewski and Jake Whetton secured a 2-1 win over Great Britain.
Smith and Ryan Begin Rio Odyssey
WA sailor Carrie Smith and her crew Jaime Ryan hold 12th position overall after the opening day of competition in the women's 470.
Throssell Through to Semis in 200m Fly
WA swimmer Brianna Throssell has set the 10th fastest time in the women's 200m butterfly heats on Day 4 to progress to the semi finals at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Stingers Make Strong Start in Rio
The Australian women's water polo team has kick started their Rio campaign with a dominant 14-4 win over Russia on Day 4 of the Rio Olympic Games.
Opals Remain Undefeated After France Win
Australia has defeated France 89-71 to remain unbeaten in the women's basketball competition at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Matildas Thump Zimbabwe to Score Quarter Final Berth
Australia has earned its passage through to the knockout stages of the Olympic Games women's football tournament after defeating Zimbabwe 6-1 at the Fonte Nova Arena this evening.
Throssell Books 200m Fly Final on Olympic Debut
WA swimmer Brianna Throssell will swim in the final of the women's 200m butterfly after setting the seventh fastest time through the semi final stage.
Worth Shoots to Last 16 in Individual Tournament
WA archer Taylor Worth has qualified for the last 16 of the men's individual archery tournament at the 2016 Rio Olympics after winning match-play rounds in the round of 32 and 16 eliminations on Day 4.
Kookaburras Slip to Begium Defeat
Australia's men's hockey team suffered a rare second consecutive defeat on Tuesday (Wednesday Perth time), this time 1-0 at the hands of Belgium as Tanguy Cosyn's close range finish in the 16th minute proved the difference.
Ingley Exits at Round of 16 in Women’s Individual Archery
Western Australian archer Alice Ingley has exited competition at the round of 16 elimination stage but not before securing an emphatic victory over highly rated Italian contestant Lucilla Boari, in the round of 32.
Grant Earns Single Scull Semi FInal Berth
WA rower Rhys Grant has safely earned passage to the semi finals of the men's single scull at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games after finishing second in the first quarter final on Day 4 to book his spot.
Slattery Scores as Hockeyroos Lose to USA
The Hockeyroos remain winless after two matches of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games after suffering a 2-1 defeat at the hands of the USA on Day 3.
Sharks Earn Spirited Draw with Hungary
The Australian men's water polo team has produced a spirited comeback to earn a 9-9 draw with nine-time Olympic champion Hungary on Day 3 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Hoskins OK After Heavy Training Crash
WA track cyclist Melissa Hoskins has returned to the Olympic Village after being released from hospital following a training crash on the Olympic Velodrome on Day 3 ahead of the women's team pursuit competition set for action on Thursday (Friday Perth time) in Brazil.
Aussie Crews Progress in Rowing Heats
Western Australian rower Rhys Grant has qualified for the quarter final of the men's single scull after finishing second in his heat on the opening day of competition at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Olympic Bronze to WA Diver Maddison Keeney
Western Australian Maddison Keeney has won a bronze medal in the women's 3m Synchro Final with Anabelle Smith on Day 2 of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Opals Account for Turkey to Remain Unbeaten in Rio
The Australian women's basketball team has defeated Turkey 61-56 in their second Group A match at the Youth Arena in Deodora.
Kookaburras Suffer Shock Loss
Australia's men's hockey team fell to a surprise defeat to Spain in their second Pool A contest in Rio on Sunday evening (Monday morning Perth time), going down 1-0 to Alex Casasayas' sixth-minute opener.
Cook Impresses with Sixth Place Finish in 400m Free Final
Western Australian swimmer Tamsin Cook has finished sixth in the final of the women's 400m on night two of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Women’s Eight Set for Rio Repechage
Western Australian rower Alex Hagan and the Australian women's eight have finished fourth in their heat on Day 3 of the Rio Olympic Games and will now face a repechage to qualify for the final.
Kookaburras Record Narrow Win Over New Zealand
Australia's men's hockey team began their Olympic campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand on day one in Rio.
History Taylor Made as WA Archer Proves his Worth
Western Australian archer Taylor Worth has helped the Australian men's recurve team achieve history by becoming the first Australian team to win an archery Olympic medal, after they earned bronze with a 6-2 win over China on Day 1.
Matildas Keep Rio Hopes Alive with Germany Draw
Australia has shown great character but narrowly missed out on a famous triumph after a 2-2 draw with world number two Germany at Arena Corinthians this evening.
Opals Start Rio Campaign with Win over Hosts
Australia's women's basketball team scored an 84-66 victory over hosts Brazil in their opening Group A match at the Youth Arena, Deodora.
Hockeyroos Edged by Great Britain in Rio Opener
The Hockeyroos have lost their opening fixture of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games 2-1 to Great Britain on Day 1 of competition.
Sharks Suffer First up Defeat to Hosts Brazil
The Australia men's water polo team has suffered a disappointing 7-8 loss to hosts Brazil in their opening fixture of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on Day 1.
Worth Helps Australia to Team Quarter Finals
Western Australian Taylor Worth has shot the 14th highest score in the ranking round of the men's archery, to help Australia to a fourth place ranking and direct qualification through to the team quarter finals.
Introduction to Olympic Swimming
Swimming has been a part of the Olympics for over a century, making its first appearance in Athens in 1896.
Introduction to Olympic Synchronised Swimming
First introduced at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984, synchronised swimming will be returning for the eighth time this year in Rio.
Introduction to Olympic Hockey
Hockey combines pace, skill and teamwork in a high-intensity contest that is regarded as one of the top team-sport drawcard at each Olympic Games.
Introduction to Olympic Rowing
Rowing at the Rio Olympics will be staged at the scenic Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, overlooked by the Christ the Redeemer statue atop the Corcovado Mountain.
Matildas Suffer Defeat in Rio Olympic Opener
Australia has lost its opening match of the 2016 Rio Olympic Games 2-0 to London 2012 bronze medallists Canada at the Arena Corinthians in Sao Paulo.
Introduction to Olympic Golf
Golf makes it return to the Olympic Games after 112 years with Rio preparing to crown the first Olympic champions since 1904.
WA Triathletes Selected for #Rio2016
Western Australian athletes Brant Garvey and Claire McLean have today been confirmed on the 2016 Australian Paralympic Team for the Rio Games after being named on a seven-strong Para-Triathlon squad for Australia.
Introduction to Olympic Football
The world game returns to the home of the 2014 FIFA World Cup where Football is a religion and the passion and fanfare in the stadiums matches the action on the pitch.
Introduction to Olympic Canoe Sprint
Canoe sprint pits athletes against one another over 200m, 500m (kayak only) and 1000m distances, in either one person, two person or four person (kayak only) crafts. There are two boat classifications at Olympic level, with events held for canoe and kayak.
Introduction to Olympic Track Cycling
Track cycling melds the talents of sprint and endurance onto a 250m wooden track with 10 medals up for grabs over six days of competition.
WA Track and Field Talent Selected for #Rio2016
Four Western Australian athletes have today been named on the 44-strong Australian Track and Field squad for the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.
Introduction to Olympic Diving
Diving sees athletes compete individually or in tandem, from springboard or platform attempting to execute intricate acrobatics mid-air, before entering the pool in vertical form with as minimal splash as possible.
#Rio2016 | WA Swimmers Selected for Rio
Western Australian swimmers Jeremy McClure and Guy Harrison-Murray have today been officially selected onto the Australian Paralympic Team to compete at the 2016 Rio Games.
Don’t be Fooled by the Smiles – Synchro Swimming is Serious Business
Don't be fooled by the smiles of Australia's synchronised swimming team. It's all part of the professional show.
Introduction to Olympic Archery
From tales of Robin Hood to ill-fated backyard attempts to imitate William Tell, most of us have some level of under-graduate knowledge of archery's practice.
Introduction to Olympic Athletics
Athletics is widely considered the cream of Olympic sport. From 100m sprints in less than 10 seconds, to marathons ranging 42.2km, you are sure to find something that takes your fancy amongst the weird and wonderful world of track and field that makes up 47 events over nine days.
Introduction to Olympic BMX
Few events represent the new age of Olympic sport better than the madcap intensity of BMX.
Introduction to Olympic Basketball
Basketball is usually one of the hot ticket items at each Olympic Games and in Rio expect this to be no different. As one of the few mainstream professional sports included within the Olympic roster, both men's and women's competitions tend to attract a star assortment of athlete talent.
#Rio2016 | Relaxed Reynolds Enjoying the Road to Rio
Seventeen years ago in Bunbury WA, an eight-year-old girl grabbed an old ice cream lid, drew on her own number with a black sharpie and attached it to her BMX bike.
#Rio2016 | Youth Experience Sets Ingley for Senior Targets
Six years on from getting her first taste of Olympic competition Alice Ingley is set for her shot on the biggest stage of all in Rio.
#Rio2016 | Watts Set for Pinnacle of Sport
Western Australian David Watts will take to the water of Rio in August to represent Australia in the Men's Double Sculls alongside Chris Morgan.
#Rio2016 | WA Trio Aiming for Rio Gold
Three Western Australians have today been confirmed on the Australian Rollers team for the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games after an >
#Rio2016 | WA Sailing Duo Selected for Rio Curtain Call
Western Australian sailing athletes Colin Harrison and Russell Boaden have been selected in the Australian Paralympic Team for the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.
#Rio2016 | WA Golf Star Selected for Rio
Western Australian Minjee Lee has earned selection for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games as a member of Australia's four-strong golf team in Brazil.
#Rio2016 | Zalewski Added to Hockey Squad as Injury Replacement for White
Hockey Australia has advised the Australian Olympic Committee of the withdrawal of Tristan White (NSW) and nomination of Western Australian >
#Rio2016 | 37 WA Athletes on Australia’s Olympic Team
The Australian Olympic Team selection process for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games is nearing completion, with WA set to provide 37 athletes from 16 sports on a team of 409 competitors.
#Rio2016 | WA Track Runners Selected for Rio
Western Australian track and field athletes Sam McEntee and Nagmelden (Peter) Bol have earned official selection onto the Australian Olympic >
#Rio2016 | Burton Selected for Rio as Opals Dream of Gold
Western Australian athlete Natalie Burton has earned selection in the 12 member Australian Opals squad looking to win gold at >
#Rio2016 | Ingram and Lefroy Rio Bound
Western Australian rowers Brock Ingram and Davinia Lefroy have today been named on the Australian Paralympic Team for the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.
#Rio2016 | Synchro Swimming Fab Four Officially Selected for Rio
Western Australian athletes Danielle Kettlewell, Amie Thompson, Deborah Tsai and Rose Stackpole have today earned official selection for the Australian >
#Rio2016 | WA Rowers Confirmed for Olympic Debut
Western Australians Rhys Grant and David Watts have today been officially named on the Australian Rowing Team for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
#Rio2016 | WA Duo on Track for Rio
Western Australian medal hopefuls Melissa Hoskins and Sam Welsford have both earned selection for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games after Australia's track cycling team for Brazil was announced in Adelaide this morning.
#Rio2016 | Reynolds Earns Second Olympic Campaign
Western Australian BMX athlete Lauren Reynolds has been named in Australia's five-strong BMX squad set to compete at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
#Rio2016 | WA Duo Selected in Matildas’ Olympic Squad
Western Australian footballers Lisa De Vanna and Sam Kerr have earned selection in the Matildas' 18 member squad for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, with the team eyeing medal success in Brazil.
#Rio2016 | Slattery Earns Olympic Debut
Western Australian Kathryn Slattery will make her Olympic debut after earning selection in the Hockeyroos' 16-strong squad for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
#Rio2016 | WA Archer Achieves Lifelong Dream
Western Australian archer Alice Ingley has today been confirmed on the 2016 Australian Olympic Team for the Rio Olympic Games.
#Rio2016 | WA Diver Maddison Keeney Selected for Olympic Debut
Western Australian diver Maddison Keeney has today been officially selected on the Australian Diving Team for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
#Rio2016 | Kavanagh Earns Selection for a Third Olympic Campaign
Western Australian hockey athlete Fergus Kavanagh has been selected for a third Olympic campaign for the Kookaburras after the men's team for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games was today announced in Perth.
#Rio2016 | Jarvis Earns Rio Dream
Western Australian para-equestrian athlete Sharon Jarvis has today earned selection onto the Australian Team for 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.
#Rio2016 – 50 Days to Go!
With today marking the 50 day countdown to the official opening of the 2016 Rio Olympics Games, we reflect on the WA journey so far.
WA Gymnasts Miss #Rio2016 Selection
Western Australian Institute of Sport gymnasts Lauren Mitchell and Emily Little have missed selection for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, with the single spot awarded to Victorian Larrissa Miller.
WA Diver Maddison Keeney Boosts Olympic Dream
Western Australian Maddison Keeney has produced a top quality campaign at the 2016 Australian Diving Championships in Melbourne to firmly stake her claims for Olympic selection.
Little Stars on Vault as Rio Selections Begin
A star turn on Vault as part of a consistent All Around campaign for Emily Little has provided an early boost for her Olympic bid at the selection trials in Melbourne.
Grant Qualifies Australia in Men’s Single Scull for Rio Olympic Games
WAIS scholarship athlete Rhys Grant has sensationally qualified Australia's boat for the men's single scull at the Rio Olympic Games and virtually guaranteed that he fills that spot after finishing second in the event at the Final Olympic Qualification Regatta in Lucerne, Switzerland overnight.
Kookaburras Claim Victory in Last Home Match Before Rio2016
The final test in the series between Australia and Great Britain was held in front of a full capacity crowd of 5,000 at the Perth Hockey Stadium tonight, with Australia recording a 5 - 1 win in the last match the Kookaburras will play on home soil before Rio 2016.
WA Olympic Paddlers Have First International Hitout for 2016
Officially selected Australian Olympic athletes Daniel Bowker, Stephen Bird and Ferenc Szekszardi have had their first overseas hit out for 2016 as the build up to Rio intensifies.
Bailie Credits Family for Supporting #Rio2016 Dream
Bunbury raised triathlete Ryan Bailie has today been confirmed as a member of Australia's six-strong triathlon squad to compete at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.
Australian Olympic Committee Launch #Rio2016 Uniform
The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) this week unveiled the official opening ceremony and formal uniforms for the 2016 Australian Olympic Team in Rio.
Rio a Dream in More Ways Than One for Scudds
The Road to Rio is full of twists and turns, and the occasional pothole, for almost every athlete with an >
WA Launches #Rio2016 Team Appeal
With the countdown to next year's Olympics ticking under a year to go, Premier Colin Barnett and Sport and Recreation >
WAIS Winter Olympians Back on Track
WAIS bobsled duo Lucas Mata and Gareth Nichols recently competed at the North American Cup at the famed Lake Placid course registering two sixth place finishes in the two-man bobsleigh.
22nd Place for Australia’s Bobsled Boys
Western Australian Institute of Sport athletes Gareth Nichols and Lucas Mata have realised their sporting dreams after the pair joined teammates Heath Spence and Duncan Harvey to compete in the four man bobsleigh at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games.
Stormy Results on the Giant Slalom
After an opening week of Sochi sunshine Aussie trio Lavinia Chrystal, Greta Small and Emily Bamford had to deal with snow, fog and heavy rain as they finished 40th, 41st and 50thin the Women's Giant Slalom.
Small Slip up in the Super G Event
Australia's speeding bullet Greta Small has had her first slip up at her debut Olympic Games after missing a gate in the Super G event at the Rosa Khutor Alpine Centre on Saturday.
Chaffer Walks Away Pretty Happy After Debut
It was a night of consistency for Australia's two women Skeleton competitors, Michelle Steele and Lucy Chaffer, in their last two runs at the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics on Friday.
Chaffer in 17th After Second Heat
Relaxing while hurtling down the track at 130 km/h is the key to consistency for Australian Michelle Steele, with the completion of Run 1 and 2 in the women's Skeleton.
Small Closes Gap Between Rivals
It is rare that there is as much interest in the athlete 29th across the line as there is in the >
Stunning Debut for Greta Small
WAIS athlete and Aussie young gun Greta Small has made a stunning Olympic debut finishing 15th in the Super Combined event at the Rosa Khutor Alpine Centre on Monday.
Chaffer Gives Olympic Track the Thumbs Up
Australian sliders Michelle Steele and Lucy Chaffer have given the Skeleton track the thumbs up after their first training runs of the Sochi Games.
Small has Big Hopes
The Youth Olympic Games (YOG) are quickly becoming recognised as an important pathway for young athletes striving to represent their >
Chaffer Aims for Olympic Medal
The Skeleton team to represent Australia at the 2014 Olympic Winter Games this February in Sochi, Russia were selected by >
Four WAIS athletes Selected for Sochi
A record number of Australians have been selected onto the 2014 Australian Olympic Team heading to Sochi, Russia.
Chaffer Selected for World Cup Tour
Phase one of Olympic qualification for Australian skeleton athletes was finalised last weekend in Lake Placid with John Farrow, Michelle >
Kookaburras Win Olympic Bronze
Australia's men's hockey team have claimed bronze in an entertaining encounter with host nation Great Britain, taking the match 3-1. >
Sixth Place Finish for WA’s Kayak Boys
WAIS athletes Stephen Bird and Jesse Phillips performed an exceptional race to finish sixth in the men's K2 200m final >
Phillips and Bird Qualify for Olympic Final
Western Australian Institute of Sport athletes Jesse Phillips and Stephen Bird have produced an excellent race on Day 14 of >
Hockeyroos Take Fifth Place
The Hockeyroos have finished 5th at their third consecutive Olympic Games, defeating China 2-0 in today's 5th/6th place playoff.The score >
WA Duo Miss Olympic Final
Australian world champion Sam Willoughby has added a silver Olympic medal to his impressive CV with a strong ride in >
Murray Completes London Campaign
Australia's wildcard entry Janine Murray picked up two places on the final day of the all round individual rhythmic >
Sharks Edged by Hungary
The Australian men's water polo team have come agonisingly close to upsetting three-time defending champions Hungary in their classification stage >
Hopes Continue for WAIS on Day 14 in London
Only a couple days left to these Olympic games before we get into the Paralympics. I'm in Oregon, USA right >
Bronze for Beadsworth and Ralph
The Australian women's water polo team has won the bronze medal after scoring a nail-biting 12-11 extra time victory over Hungary - their third overtime game in a row.
Germany Has Last Laugh Over Kookaburras
The Kookaburras have suffered a heart breaking 4-2 loss to Germany in the semi final, ruining their gold medal dreams.
Lessons Learnt for Olympic Debutant Murray
Australia's rhythmic gymnastics wildcard entrant, WAIS athlete Janine Murray said she learnt some valuable lessons in her Olympic debut which she will put into practice tomorrow in part two of the qualifying round at Wembley Arena.
WA’s Khalen Young Through to BMX Semis
Australians Sam Willoughby and WA's Khalen Young have qualified for today's BMX semi-finals with strong performances - particularly in the crucial fourth run.
Australian Men’s 4x400m Relay Squad Ousted in Heats
The Australian men's 4x400m relay team just missed the final by two spots or 0.31 seconds in a drama filled two heats at the Olympic Stadium.
Home stretch! Day 13 in London
Only a couple days left and it's great to see more Yellow and Green tracksuits up on that podium across >
Hooker Qualifies for Men’s Pole Vault Final
WAIS pole vaulting star and reigning Olympic champion Steve Hooker has qualified for the men's final of pole vault at the London Olympic Games.
Australian Men’s Water Polo Team Nearly Cause Boilover
The Australian men's water polo team almost pulled off the boilover of the 2012 London Olympic Games tournament, before eventually going down to gold medal favourites Serbia 11-8.
WA’s BMX Athletes Begin Olympic Campaign
Western Australian BMX athletes Lauren Reynolds and Khalen Young competed in the seeding runs in the women's and men's competitions last night at the London Olympic Games.
Janine Murray Prepares for Show Time
Australia's rhythmic gymnastics wildcard entrant, WAIS athlete Janine Murray will draw inspiration from watching her team-mates over the past >
Rechichi and Stowell Leave Room for Optimism
A strong final two fleet races has given WAIS athlete's Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell a glimmer of hope of winning a bronze medal in the 470 women's class.
Mickle Misses Olympic Final
WAIS athlete Kim Mickle has missed out on a spot in the women's javelin final after failing to finish inside the top 12 in qualifying on her Olympic debut.
Nicholls Bows Out of K1 500m at Semi Final Stage
WAIS kayaker Alana Nicholls has bowed out at the semi-final stage of the women's K1 500m after a lightning race featuring the world's best paddlers.
Kookaburras Storm into Semi Finals
The Kookaburras will enter the semi finals full of confidence after an impressive win over Pakistan 7-0.
A Gallant Mitchell Fetches Fifth on Floor
The darling of Australian artistic gymnastics, WAIS athlete Lauren Mitchell, has produced an outstanding performance but finished just short of a medal in the final of the floor routine at London's iconic O2 Arena.
Stingers Lose in Over-time Heartbreak
The Australian women's water polo team, the Aussie Stingers, have fallen agonisingly close in pulling off another miracle as they went down to the USA 11-9 in extra time.
Rechichi and Stowell Continue Their London Campaign
Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell went into the races seven and eight for the 470 women knowing that they would need to be towards the front of the fleet in both races to be in the fight for the medals on Friday.
Stay alert for day 12
It's crazy how fast the games are flying by! Make sure you watch out for the following W.A.I.S athletes on >
Boyd Unable to Hit the Mark in Pole Vault Final
WAIS pole vaulter Alana Boyd competed in the women's pole vault final on day 10 of the 2012 London Olympic Games, finishing 11th with a best clearance of 4.30m.
Brave Hockeyroos Fall Desperately Short of Semi-Finals
Australia has finished off their pool matches with a tense nil-all draw against world number two, Argentina.
Sharks Progress to Quarter Finals
The Australian men's water polo team is through to the quarterfinals of the 2012 London Olympic Games following an inspirational do-or-die 13-8 victory over Greece in their final group stage game at the Water Polo Arena.
Volleyroos Exit with Heads Held High
Australia's fairytale Olympic campaign has ended, but in sensational style, after the Australians defeated Poland 3-1 sets in their final pool match.
Nicholls Prepares to Take on the World
Bolstered by winning form on the windswept Eton Dorney course, kayaker Alana Nicholls is aiming to become Australian canoeing's first female Olympic champion this week.
Day 9 and 10 WAIS is at it again!
Whenever I watch the Olympic games, I always have the up most respect for the athletes and events that take >
Australian Stingers into Medal Calculations in London
In an astonishing last quarter comeback, and thrilling extra-time and penalty shootout performance, the Australian women's water polo team, the Aussie Stingers, have produce one of their greatest ever wins at the Olympic Games, defeating China 20-18 after penalties to progress to the semi-finals.
Kookaburras Let Lead Slip for 3-3 Draw with Great Britain
Host nation Great Britain mounted an extraordinary comeback in front of its home crowd to salvage a 3-3 draw against the Kookaburras at Riverbank Arena in London today.
Difficult Day for WAIS Sailing Pair
WAIS sailors Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell overcame a difficult day of sailing that saw the pair disqualified from one race and another abandoned with the duo in prime position, to be seventh overall.
Fischer-Rasmussen Title Tilt Ended in First Round
Western Australian boxer Naomi-Lee Fischer-Rasmussen's shot at history has ended early but enjoyably.
Mitchell’s Moment to Shine
Australia's gymnasts arrived in London with one realistic chance at a first Olympic medal, and with just Lauren Mitchell left to compete in the Tuesday's floor final - that hope is still alive.
Boyd Through to Olympic Final
There were mixed fortunes for Australia's two WAIS pole vaulters in qualifying last night, with Alana Boyd lifting herself through >
Australian Men’s Medley Relay Win Bronze
Hayden Stoeckel, Christian Sprenger, Matt Targett and James Magnussen have won bronze in the men's 4x100m medley relay - Australia's >
Australian Women’s Team Pursuit Miss Bronze Medal
Australia's women's team pursuit trio of Annette Edmondson and the WAIS pair of Melissa Hoskins and Josephine Tomic have finished >
Australian 470 Girls Move into Seventh Position
WAIS 470 sailors Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell worked their way up the leader board on day two of racing, >
Hockeyroos Defeat South Africa 1-0
The Hockeyroos have held off a determined South Africa to win 1-0 and keep their semi-finals hopes alive today at >
Sharks Suffer Defeat to Croatia
Australian men's water polo team has gone down to medal favourites Croatia 11-6 in their fourth group stage game at >
Volleyroos Edged by Italy
A gutsy Australia lost a five-set thriller against powerhouse Italy in their men's indoor volleyball preliminary round clash at Earl's >
Women’s Team Pursuit to Chase the Medals in London
The Australian women's team pursuit will attempt to ride for a gold medal tonight, after qualifying third fastest at the >
Stingers Secure Win Over World Champion Russia
The Australian women's water polo team are through to the quarter finals undefeated after winning their third group stage game, >
Sailing Duo Begin Their London Campaign
WAIS athletes Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell began the defence of Rechichi's Beijing 2008 gold medal with a solid day >
Kookaburras Draw 2-2 with Argentina
The Kookaburras have failed to make the most of the opportunity to book a spot into the semi finals, suffering >
Worth’s Fairytale at an End
Ask young Australian Olympic archer Taylor Worth about his best London moment and the cricketing fan in him shines through. >
Day 7 with WAIS in London
I do hope you're all getting a sufficient enough amount of time to watch the games. I also hope channel >
Heartbreak for Aussie Lightweight Four
Australia has missed out on the medals in the lightweight men's four and women's eight on the second day of finals at Eton Dorney.
Sunderland and Men’s Team Sprint Finish Fourth
The Australian men's team sprint trio of Matthew Glaetzer, Shane Perkins and AIS-WAIS athlete Scott Sunderland raced valliantly on debut to finish fourth in the bronze medal race against Germany.
Cronk the Hero as Hockeyroos Edge USA 1-0
Australian goal keeper Toni Cronk saved a penalty stroke and played an incredible match to lead the Hockeyroos to a hard fought 1-0 win over the USA at Riverbank Arena today.
Spain Sink Sharks in Men’s Water Polo Clash
The Australian men's water polo team, the Aussie Sharks, have succumbed to the brilliance of Spain going down 13-9 in their third game of the London Olympics.
Slalom Duo Leave London with no Regrets
The Western Australian Institute of Sport canoe slalom pair of Kynan Maley and Robin Jeffery have put down a superb run in the C2 semi-final today to finish their Olympic campaign.
A Little Effort Reaps Large Rewards
Four years ago the thought of competing at the Olympic Games "scared" Emily Little, while Ashleigh Brennan had hung up >
Bulgaria Too Good For Aussie Volleyroos
The underdog Australians have suffered a heartbreaking 3-0 loss to Bulgaria as they forced the world number nine side to >
WAIS Golden Girls Relishing Second Chance
Olympic gold medallists Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell begin their London 2012 campaign on Friday with the 470 women's class >
West Aussies in London day 6!
One thing I love about the games is how it brings the world together. For one month, every four years, >
Evans Collects First WA Medal in London
Western Australian Institute of Sport athlete Blair Evans has become WA's first Olympic medallist from London, after her heat swim in the women's 4x200m set up the Australian team for silver in the final overnight.
Taylor Worth Through to Quarter Finals of Recurve
Giant-killing WAIS archer Taylor Worth trounced world No.1 Brady Ellison in the second round of match play to move right into medal contention at the London Olympics.
Stingers Put Team GB to the Sword
Despite the roaring home crowd, Australia has punished Great Britain with a 16-3 win in the women's water polo - their highest ever winning margin in an Olympics.
Kookaburras Gain Revenge with 5-0 Spanish Romp
The World number one men's hockey team has blown away its opposition, defeating Spain 5-0, in a comprehensive display at Riverbank Arena today.
WA’s Foster Qualifies Through to the 200m Breaststroke Final
Dual Olympian Sally Foster swam a personal best time of 2:24.46 with a powerful last lap surge to qualify eighth for tonight's final.
Maley Sixth in Olympic Final
WAIS athlete Kynan Maley has had the race of his life in the final of the men's C1 slalom at the Lee Valley White Water Centre, finishing sixth.
Hockeyroos Get Olympic Campaign Back on Track
Goals to AIS-WAIS athletes Hope Munro and Fiona Boyce has helped the Hockeyroos stage a remarkable turnaround in their Olympic campaign after downing world number three Germany 3-1 at Riverbank Arena in London.
Sixth Place Finish for Australian Eventing Team
Despite the loss of two competitors following the cross country, Australia has performed admirably in the show-jumping to claim sixth position in the Team Eventing in Greenwich.
Cureton and Skipworth Qualify for Olympic Final
The Australian men's lightweight four crew featuring WAIS athletes Ben Cureton and Todd Skipworth has qualified through to the final of the Olympic Games where they will contest for medals.
Eyes on August 1st
I hope you're all enjoying the Games! It's so awesome watching our amazing WAIS athletes and staff, reach their dreams >
Australian Women’s Eight Advance to the Olympic Final
WAIS athletes Alex Hagan and Hannah Vermeersch have helped the Australian women's eight boat qualify through to the Olympic final after a gutsy third place finish in the repechage at Eton Dorney.
Aussie Sharks Put Bite into Kazakhstan
The Australian men's water polo team has returned to form in brilliant fashion after defeating Kazakhstan 7-4 in their second game of the London Olympics.
Australian Men’s Volleyball Team Record Win Over GB
Australia held out a determined host in Great Britain and made a statement with a straight sets victory in front >
Stingers Record 10-8 Win Over Italy
The Australian women's water polo team, has produced a fine opening game against Italy to signal a stern warning to their Olympic rivals.
Maley and Jeffery Sneak Through to Semi-Final
Australia will be in the hunt for a podium finish on Thursday with the C2 combination of Robin Jeffery and Kynan Maley sneaking into the semi-final of their event after an exciting day of slalom racing in the doubles.
Eventing: Eliminations Dent Aussie Medal Hopes
Australia's medal hopes in the Eventing competition took a significant hit during day 2 cross country, after two athletes - including WAIS scholarship holder Clayton Fredericks - were eliminated following falls on the tricky course.
Day Four for W.A.I.S in London!
I just LOVE watching the Olympics. Even before I became an Olympian myself, I've always had a special passion for >
Hockeyroos Downed by New Zealand 1-0
The Hockeyroos were gallant in defeat going down to New Zealand 1-0 in their Olympic opener in London tonight. Representing the Australian women's team in the match against New Zealand were AIS-WAIS scholarship holders; Fiona Boyce, Kobie McGurk, Jayde Taylor, Ashleigh Nelson and Hope Munro. Australia was on the back foot from the outset when the Blacksticks converted their first penalty corner through Cathryn Finlayson, who sent home a rebound just two minutes in. Right from the get-go former Australian Kookaburra and Blacksticks coach Mark Hager's influence was evident with the Kiwis executing a very attacking style of play. New Zealand had a far higher work rate in the first half and pressured Australia all over the park, causing basic errors. The Blacksticks dominated the opening half and aside from Victorian Georgia Nanscawen who looked the only danger in attack, Australia seemed flat. Megan Rivers had some strong forward forays through midfield and when her shot on goal hit the post, it seemed nothing was going the Australians way. When AIS-WAIS athlete Ashleigh Nelson eventually forced Australia's first penalty corner, drag flick specialist Jodie Schulz was off the ground and Anna Flanagan's shot was saved by the New Zealand keeper. The Blacksticks press continued to deny Australia any space to work the ball out of defence or transfer and as a result they went to the break 1-0 up. In the second, Australia did lift the tempo but New Zealand again had plenty of chances, with Australian keeper Toni Cronk having a blinder, saving at least three certain goals. Australia was unlucky when a video referral was rejected, denying the Hockeyroos a much needed opportunity to give Schulz a crack at the goal. The Australian crowd roared when the replay clearly showed NSW striker Emily Smith was tripped while taking a shot on goal. Then to add insult to injury, the New Zealand goal keeper knocked smith to the ground and it was the youngster who was sent off for decent. On the counter attack New Zealand would have scored again if there had not been some brilliant tackles by Schulz and Teneal Attard. Overall Australia was dispossessed to often in midfield and too many turnovers allowed New Zealand to beat the Hockeyroos for the first time ever at the Olympic Games. Australian Head Coach Adam Commens removed his goalie with two minutes to go, to add an 11th field player to the mix, which almost paid off when a shot from Casey Eastham was almost deflected in. It wasn't to be however and the Hockeyroos now have a difficult path to make the finals, having to take on Germany, ranked three in the world on Tuesday.
Australia Maintains Medal Pace in Team Eventing
Aussie eventers held firm on day two of dressage, finishing in second place behind defending champions Germany.
Sharks Netted by World Champion Italy
A nervous start and poor execution in extra-man at both ends of the pool have cost the Aussie Sharks in their opening game of the London Olympics going down to Italy 8-5 at the Olympic Water Polo Arena in London.
Maley Superb on Olympic Debut – Through to Semis
Aussie paddler Kynan Maley has shaken his Olympic nerves to produce a fine day of qualification runs in the men's C1 slalom and progress to the semi-final stage of the London Olympics.
Mitchell and Little Qualify for Apparatus Finals
Australia's women gymnasts have been eliminated from the final round of the teams competition after qualifying 10th overnight, but both Lauren Mitchell and Emily Little will contest apparatus finals later in competition.
Brave Aussies Beaten by Clinical Argentines
WAIS volleyball athlete Luke Smith and the Australian team staged a brave fight, but the team of Olympic debutants could >
Australian 4x100m Relay Men Suffer Shock Loss
The much fancied Australian men's 4x100m relay team has failed to live up to the pre-Olympic hype, after finishing fourth >
Monday’s day of W.A.I.S awesomeness!
A little re-cap on our W.A.I.S athletes from Sunday. Lauren Mitchell and Emily Little from gymnastics BOTH made individual >
Van Nus Misses Final
WAIS athlete Robyn Van Nus attributed a slow start to her missing the final of the women's 10m Air Rifle at the London Olympic Games one Saturday.
Skipworth and Cureton Second in Lightweight Four Heat
WAIS rowing athletes Todd Skipworth and Ben Cureton have made an encouraging start to their 2012 London Olympic Games campaign, >
London2012: Day Two Preview
Sunday Sunday Sunday! Day two of the games and we have lots of WAIS representatives ready to strut their stuff >
Evans Sixth in Women’s 400m IM Heat – Misses Final
Blair Evans finished sixth in her heat of the 400m IM to miss the final at the 2012 London Olympic >
Australia Takes Lead in Equestrian – Eventing After Day One
Australia's equestrian - eventing team leads competition after the first day of dressage at the 2012 London Olympic Games.With WAIS >
Personal Best Shows Taylor’s Worth
WAIS archer Taylor Worth has shot a personal best in finishing 23rd in today's ranking round of the London Olympic Games men's individual recurve at Lord's.
London2012: Day One Report
Well after an amazing opening ceremony the games have begun. Our Aussies looked great in their green and white uniforms... >
Jackson Flagged as Prime Candidate
On what she says will be the proudest night of her life, basketballer Lauren Jackson will lead Australia into Olympic battle Friday night with unfinished business to attend to.
Gliders and Rollers Win World Challenge in Sydney
The Australian men's and women's wheelchair basketball teams have now set their sights firmly on winning gold at the London Paralympic Games, after both teams emerged victorious at the 2012 World Challenge in Sydney.
Hooker Jumps Season Best in Poland
WAIS pole vaulter Steve Hooker set an outdoor season best of 5.72m in Poland on Saturday evening to finish third at the Szczecin Janusz Kusocinski Memorial.
Sharks Earn Silver in Final Olympic Prep
The Australian men's water polo team has gone down to three-time defending Olympic champions Hungary 8-4 at the Vodafone Cup in Budapest.
Sharks Record Tough Win Over Italy
The Australian men's water polo team, the Aussie Sharks, have received a timely boost to their Olympic campaign defeating London rivals Italy 10-9 in the opening game of the Vodafone Cup in Hungary.
Season Best for Mickle in Diamond League Throw
WAIS javelin thrower Kim Mickle has taken fifth place at the London Diamond League meet in Crystal Palace over the weekend.
Parnov Wins Silver at Junior World Champs
London-bound WAIS pole vaulter Liz Parnov (WA) has taken the Australian Spark medal tally to five with a silver medal in the girl's pole vault on the penultimate day at the IAAF world junior championships in Barcelona.
WAIS Duo Primed for London Diamond League
With the Olympic Games two weeks from commencing, the world's best track and field athletes are gathering for a prelude to the main event this Friday with the IAAF London Diamond League featuring WAIS athletes Steve Hooker and Kim Mickle.
WA Swimmers Selected for London Paralympics
The Australian Paralympic Committee (APC) has today announced Western Australian athletes Katherine Downie and Jeremy McClure onto the Australian Swimming Team for the 2012 London Paralympics.
Mickle Wins Belgium Competition
WAIS javelin thrower Kim Mickle has claimed a confidence boosting competition win in Belgium as she steps up her preparations for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Magnificent Seven London Bound
The Australian Paralympic Committee (APC) has today announced seven WA athletes on the men's and women's Australian wheelchair basketball teams for the 2012 London Paralympics.
Offereins to Run in Madrid
WAIS sprinter Ben Offereins will have his first competitive hit-out since being officially named on the Australian team for the 2012 London Olympic Games this week, when he competes at the Meeting de Atletismo Madrid on Saturday.
Team Fredericks London Bound
Western Australian Beijing Olympic silver medallists Clayton and Lucinda Fredericks have been named in the Australian Olympic Committee's (AOC) equestrian eventing team for London 2012.
WAIS Sprinter Ben Offereins Selected for London
Western Australian sprinter Ben Offereins has today been officially selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the Australian men's 4x400m track relay team.
WAIS Trio Selected for Sharks Olympic Squad
Western Australian water polo athletes Jamie Beadsworth, Tim Cleland and Aaron Younger have today been selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
WA’s Dellacqua to Partner Stosur at London Olympics
Western Australian tennis star Casey Dellacqua has this week been selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
WAIS Archer Taylor Worth Selected for London
Western Australian archer Taylor Worth has today been selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Right Royal Fun
A group of Australian sailors including WAIS athletes Belinda Stowell and Elise Rechichi received a royal visit on Tuesday whilst >
WAIS Volleyball Athlete Selected for London
Western Australian volleyball athlete Luke Smith has been selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Javelin Thrower Kim Mickle Sets New Personal Best
Western Australian Institute of Sport javelin thrower Kim Mickle has set a new personal best of 64.12m after competing in Germany less than a week after arriving in Europe.
WA BMX Athletes Selected for London
Western Australian BMX athletes Lauren Reynolds and Khalen Young have today been officially selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
WAIS Golden Girls Earn Olympic Selection
Western Australian Institute of Sport sailing athletes Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell have been officially selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Murray Selected for London Olympics
Western Australian Institute of Sport Rhythmic gymnast Janine Murray has today been officially selected by the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) for the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Hockeyroos Aim to Impress
The Hockeyroos are in London preparing to face Great Britain in the first of two test matches this week with Olympic selection looming.
Mitchell Makes Strong Olympic Impression
WAIS-AIS gymnast Lauren Mitchell has claimed two national titles at the 2012 Australian Gymnastics Championships in Sydney, to put herself firmly in the frame for Olympic selection.
WAIS Track Cycling Trio Selected for London
Three AIS-WAIS athletes have been named on the 14-strong Australian track cycling team for the 2012 London Olympic Games after the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) today formally selected Josie Tomic, Melissa Hoskins and Scott Sunderland.
Vermeersch and Hagan Realise Olympic Dream
WAIS athletes Hannah Vermeersch and Alex Hagan have helped the Australian women's eight crew qualify for the 2012 London Olympic Games following a superb victory at the Final Olympic Qualification Regatta in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Hockeyroos Announce Squad for London Test Event
Hockeyroos Coach Adam Commens has unveiled his squad for the London Test event next month, with five AIS-WAIS athletes listed.
Aussie Women’s Eight Crew Claim Middle Lane for Olympic Tilt
Three Australian crews have tasted victory in their respective heats at the 2012 Final Olympic Qualification Regatta in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Offereins Runs into London Contention in 4x400m Relay Team
The Australian men's 4x400m relay team has moved one step closer to confirming a lane in London after clocking 3:01.58 for second at the Colorful Daegu Meet in South Korea last night.
Hooker Set for London
A third Olympic Games are closer to a reality for reigning champion Steve Hooker after the 29-year-old WAIS scholarship holder sailed over 5.72m in Perth on Friday night to secure an Olympic A-qualifier.
Australian Olympic Rowing Hopefuls Depart for Destiny
The four Australian boats that are yet to qualify for the 2012 London Olympic Games have departed Australia ahead of the Olympic Qualification Regatta in Switzerland from May 20-23.
100 Days to Go!!!
The Olympic Games tipped to be "as good as Sydney" are now just 100 days away. In the quest to go faster, higher and stronger in London, Australia's top athletes are fine-tuning their routines, pushing their bodies to the limit and battling for Olympic selection ahead of the Games of the XXX Olympiad.
Former WAIS Athletes Compete in Beijing
With 49 athletes representing the Western Australian and WAIS flags in Beijing, it is important to note that four former >
Kookaburras Win Bronze in Bevan’s Last Hurrah
The Australian men's hockey team finished off their Olympic campaign in Beijing in style after thumping the Netherlands 6-2 in >
Hockeyroos Finish Fifth
Australia's Hockeyroos ended their Olympic campaign on Friday with a hard fought 2-0 win over Great Britain that earned the >
Eighth Place Finish for Aussie Sharks
Australia has finished eighth in the men's Olympic water polo competition after suffering a 9-8 defeat at the hands of Greece >
Steffensen and Men’s 4x400m Run Sixth in Final
The Australian men's 4x400m relay team failed to match the miracle of Athens four years ago, after finishing sixth in >
Bronze Just Out of Reach for Morgan
WAIS taekwondo athlete Tina Morgan missed out on a bronze medal after a 4-1 points defeat against France's Gwladys Epangue. >
Oldenhof Wins Olympic Bronze in K4 500m
Western Australian kayaker Lisa Oldenhof and her K4 500m teammates have claimed a bronze medal in their final in Beijing. >
Steve Hooker Claims Gold for Australia
West Australian pole vaulter Steve Hooker has broken history in Beijing, becoming the first Australian male athlete to win a >
Medal Hopes Crash for BMX Rider Callisto
WAIS BMX rider Nicole Callisto has finished sixth in the final of the inaugural BMX competition at the Beijing Games. >
Tough Match Sees Morgan Defeated by Superiority Ruling
WAIS taekwondo star Tina Morgan is out of contention for the gold, after being defeated in the first round of >
Kookaburras Olympic Curse Strikes Again
The Kookaburras have suffered an agonizing semi-final loss to Spain, ruining their chances of a gold medal defence and relegating >
WA Water Polo Girls Win Bronze in a Thriller
West Australian water polo athletes Gemma Beadsworth and Emma Knox have secured bronze medals as part of Australian Stingers team >
Shot at History Delayed for BMX Riders
West Australian BMX stars Tanya Bailey and Nicole Callisto have had their shot at history delayed by a day, with >
Hooker Qualifies for Pole Vault Final
It was a case of third time's a charm for Western Australian Steve Hooker in the qualification round of the >
Boomers Fall to Dream Team in Quarter-Final
The Australian men's basketball team have been knocked out of the Olympic tournament at the quarter final stage, going down >
Kookaburras Undefeated in Group Stage
The Kookaburras have finished the group stage of the Olympic hockey tournament undefeated after coming from behind to secure a >
Callisto and Bailey Make BMX Semis
West Australian BMX stars Tanya Bailey and Nicole Callisto have both made it through to the semi-finals of the women's >
Pole Vaulters Ready to Launch
WAIS pole vault athletes Steve Hooker and Paul Burgess begin their Olympic campaigns tonight from the Bird's Nest stadium in >
China Give Aussies Hockeyblues
Australia's Hockeyroos have been eliminated from the medal rounds of the 2008 Beijing Olympics after hosts China advanced via superior >
Oldenhof and Crew Straight Through to Final
Australia's women's K4 500m crew has progressed straight through to the final of their event after finishing in third place >
Stingers Edged Out in a Nail Bitter
Australia's women's water polo team has suffered a heart breaking 9-8 loss against the USA in the semi final match >
Bayley Out of Beijing
Ryan Bayley has been knocked out of the men's sprint and keirin competitions at the Beijing Games, with the Athens >
Disappointing Finish for WA Rowers
It was a disappointing weekend in Beijing for Australian rowers. After battling through the repechage rounds to make the finals, >
Kookaburras Share Points With Dutch
The Kookaburras have continued their unbeaten start to their gold medal defence, drawing 2-2 with 1996 and 2000 Olympic champions >
Beadsworth and Knox Set Up USA Semi Date
West Australians Gemma Beadsworth and Emma Knox are one win away from a gold medal showdown after defeating China 12-11 >
Boomers Boost Confidence With Victory Over Lithuania
The Boomers have had a victory against Lithuania in their final preliminary match at the Beijing Games. WA basketballer Shawn >
Sharks Fall Short of Quarter Final Berth
Australia's men's water polo has fallen agonizingly short of a quarter final berth after this afternoon playing out a five >
WA Girls Win Gold in a Dinghy
WAIS sailors Elise Rechichi and Tessa Parkinson have claimed Western Australia's first gold medal of the 2008 Beijing Games after >
Fantastic Meyer Rides Fourth
Western Australian cyclist Cameron Meyer has produced a fine performance, finishing fourth in the points race in last night's race >
Wheeler Proves Career-Best Form with Personal Best
WAIS athlete Kylie Wheeler has finished her Olympic campaign placing 11th in the heptathlon and taking away three personal bests >
Sullivan Wins Medley Silver
Eamon Sullivan and the Australian 4x100m medley relay team were unable to prevent American superstar Michael Phelps from claiming his >
Kookaburras March On
Australia has taken a another significant step towards the semi finals of the men's hockey tournament in Beijing over night >
Sullivan Out of the Medals in 50m Freestyle
West Australian swimmer Eamon Sullivan has finished sixth in the final of the 50m freestyle at the Water Cube on >
Bayley Just Misses Bronze in Team Sprint
Ryan Bayley has just missed out on a medal in his first ride of the Olympic cycling competition, finishing fourth >
Hockeyroos Suffer First Defeat
The Hockeyroos have suffered their first defeat in Beijing, going down to fellow hockey powerhouses The Netherlands 2-1. Western Australia's >
Sailors Remain in First Position
Elise Rechichi and Tessa Parkinson have remained in first place in the women's 470 sailing class despite a day of >
Bogut’s Boomers Beat Russia
Australia's basketball campaign is firmly back on course after the Boomers produced their best performance of the tournament to date >
Australia Lose to Hungary in a Thriller
Australia suffered a heart breaking one goal loss (12-13) against the top ranked nation, Hungary in one of the most >
Injury Scare For Heptathlete Wheeler
Western Australian Kylie Wheeler is poised to break her personal best at the Beijing Games after a strong first day >
Sullivan Ready for 50m Splash
West Australian world record holder Eamon Sullivan has qualified through to the semi finals of the 50m freestyle after recording >
Hooker Honoured with Athletics Team Captaincy
WAIS pole vaulter Steve Hooker was named team captain of the Australian Olympic athletics team, alongside Australian walker Jane Saville. >
Sullivan Qualifies for 50m Freestyle Final
Eamon Sullivan has safely qualified for Saturday morning's final of the 50m freestyle after finishing third in his semi-final this >
Wheeler Makes Impressive Start to the Heptathlon
WAIS track and field athlete Kylie Wheeler has posted a season's best in the 100m hurdles and a personal best >
Hockeyroos Outclass South Africa
The Hockeyroos have continued their perfect start in the women's hockey tournament after a comfortable 3-0 win over South Africa >
Stingers Win a Close One
The Australian women's water polo team has been involved in another close contest at the Ying Dong Natatorium, narrowly defeating >
Little Bows Out
West Australian boxer Anthony Little has bowed out of his second Olympic campaign, going down to Russian Alexey Tishchenko in >
Olyroos Knocked Out of Beijing Games
The Olyroos have been knocked out of the Olympic Games after losing their final group game 1-0 to the Ivory >
Boomers Break Through For First Victory
The Boomers have broken through for their first win in Beijing, trouncing Iran by 38 points at the Olympic Basketball >
Van Nus and Foster Miss Out on Olympic Finals
Western Australian shooter, Robyn Van Nus has failed to qualify for the final of the 50m rifle three position in >
Australia Defeat Canada in Men’s Water Polo
The Australian Sharks have defeated Canada 8-5 in their men's water polo clash in China today. After a slow start >
Thursday’s Rowing Abandoned
Thursday's scheduled semi-finals of the Olympic rowing regatta were abandoned after a severe storm hit Beijing. West Australians Ben Cureton >
Sullivan Secures Silver in 100m Freestyle
Eamon Sullivan has won silver in the 100m freestyle after a breathtaking final at the Watercube in Beijing. >
Bronze Medal for Robin Bell
Western Australia has found a new icon after third time Olympian Robin Bell broke through for a bronze medal in >
Sailors Remain in First Place
Elise Rechichi and Tessa Parkinson have continued their promising start to the 470 sailing regatta at Qingdao with fourth place >
Boomers Bounced by Argentina
West Australian Shawn Redhage and the Australian men's basketball team have slumped to a second successive defeat after reigning Olympic >
Eight and Quad Scull Through to Final
Western Australia's rowers have made it safely through to the finals after the repechage round of races at the Shunyi >
Dellacqua Bows Out of Beijing
West Australian tennis star Casey Dellacqua has been bundled out of the Olympic tennis single and doubles tournaments after straight >
Kookaburras Overwhelm South Africa
The Australian men's hockey team have sent an ominous signal to the rest of the Olympic competition with an astounding >
World Record for Sullivan in 100m Freestyle Semi
WAIS swimming star Eamon Sullivan has capped off a dramatic day in the water cube by re-claiming the world record >
Australia Draw With Hungary in Women’s Water Polo
Australia's women's water polo team has played out a thrilling seven all draw with Hungary at the Ying Dong Nataorium >
Aussie Gym Girls Hit Sixth
The Australian gymnastics team has finished a valiant sixth in the team final of the artistic women's gymnastics in China >
Kookaburras and Kavanagh Open Beijing Accounts
The Kookaburras, featuring three West Australians, have commenced their gold medal defence with a comprehensive 6-1 win over Canada at >
Bell Ready to Lift Pressure
Western Australia's Robin Bell will compete in the C1 finals after finishing seventh in the heats yesterday at Shunyi Olympic >
Eights Have Tough Day on the Water
Western Australia's Olympic rowers have had a tough day on the water on Monday as the Australian men's and women's eights >
Little Gets Off to Flying Start
West Australian boxer Anthony Little has started his Olympic campaign in style with a comprehensive 14-2 victory over his Namibian >
Beadsworth Makes Dream Olympic Debut
Western Australian water polo star, Gemma Beadsworth produced a world class performance as Australia opened their Olympic campaign with an >
Dellacqua Opens With Singles Victory
Casey Dellacqua has commenced her debut Olympic campaign with an impressive first up victory in the women's singles. West Australian >
Parkinson and Rechichi Enjoy Smooth Sailing in Qingdao
WAIS athletes Tessa Parkinson and Elise Rechichi have made a bright start to their 470 campaign finishing second in the >
Halliday Scores as Hockeyroos Thrash Spain
Emily Halliday has got on the scoresheet as the Hockeyroos continued their positive form in Beijing, this morning recording a >
Aussie Sharks Suffer Pain Against Spain
A slow start cost Australia in its match against Spain in the men's water polo today in China, going down >
Equestrian Trio Clinch Silver
Western Australia has clinched their first silver medal of the Beijing Games after Clayton Fredericks, Lucinda Fredericks and Sonja Johnson >
Hockeyroos in Great Escape
The Hockeyroos, featuring five WA athletes, have orchestrated an amazing comeback to open their Beijing campaign with a 5-4 victory >
Boomers Suffer Disappointing Defeat Against Croatia
The Boomers have had a disappointing start to their Olympic campaign, with a loss to Croatia on their opening night. >
China’s Dismal Weather Disrupts Tennis and Rowing
The Beijing Olympic schedule was disrupted over the weekend due to heavy rain and thunderstorms, with a number of West >
Olyroos Edged by Argentina
Nikita Rukavytsya came off the bench as the Olyroos suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Argentina in Shanghai >
Joura Suffers Ankle Injury in Competition
The Australian gymnastic team has reached the team all around final after finishing fifth in qualification over night. There was >
Equestrian Trio Continue Gold Medal Form
The Australian eventing team continued their good form in the cross country section of the three day event, remaining in >
Sullivan Claims WA’s First Medal of the Games
Eamon Sullivan has claimed Western Australia's first medal of the 2008 Olympic Games after he led the Australian men's >
Nederpeldt Swims PB
Western Australian Institute of Sport swimmer Travis Nederpeldt posted a personal best in his heat of the 400m individual medley >
Water Polo Boys Get Australia Off to Good Start
Western Australian Institute of Sport water polo athletes Tim Neesham, Jamie Beadsworth and James Stanton have all played roles in >
Equestrian Stars Remain in Pole Position
WAIS equestrian athletes Clayton and Lucinda Fredericks and Sonja Johnson remain in pole position to claim gold for Australia after >
Rowers Through to Semi-Finals
WAIS rowers Ben Cureton and Todd Skipworth have secured their passage through to the semi-finals of the Olympic regatta after >
Fredericks Place Australia in Strong Position
WAIS athletes Clayton and Lucinda Fredericks have produced stunning dressage performances on the first day of competition in the equestrian >
Van Nus Competes in the 10m Air Rifle
WAIS athlete Robyn Van Nus finished 44th in the 10m Air Rifle with the Czech Republic's Katerina Emmons winning the >
Olyroos Draw with Serbia
Australia opened its Olympic campaign last night with a 1-1 draw against Serbia from the Shanghai Stadium, China. West Australians' >
Little Gets Timely Boost
Western Australian Institute of Sport boxer Anthony Little recieved a timely boost last night with news that reigning lightweight world >
WA Trio Ready For Olyroos Clash
The Olyroos will begin their Olympic campaign tonight with a match against Serbia from the Shanghai Stadium in China. Australia >
WA Athletes Ready to Take on the World
WAIS and Western Australian athletes are in line to produce the most successful Olympic campaign ever, with a squad >
Steffensen Pulls Out of the Individual 400m
West Australian sprinter John Steffensen has pulled out of the 400m sprint to focus on the 400m team relay after >
Liddelow Drafted into Hockeyroos Squad
Western Australia's Olympic contingent has swelled to 49 members after women's hockey reserve Shelley Liddelow was drafted into the Hockeyroos squad >
Hooker Targets Six Metre Miracle Mark
WAIS pole vaulter Steve Hooker has set the target of jumping over six metres to claim a gold medal in >
Beijing for Dummies
For many, when they hear Beijing mentioned it conjures something entirely separate from the title of China's capital. Beijing instead, >
Nerves and Excitement Mix Together as Beijing Looms
With the final countdown to the Olympics in full swing, WAIS talked with some of the selected athletes to find out >
Athletes and Families Learn Ropes for Beijing
In early May WAIS and the Confucius Institute collaborated to host a seminar designed to educate athletes and families about >