Our Rugby League Program of Excellence has a rich history of fostering the development of aspiring professional athletes, alongside their academic studies. By leveraging the power of Rugby League to promote high standards and performance outcomes, our program empowers students to become positive young men on and off the field, while also providing them with promising post-schooling pathways.
Through a combination of timetabled classes and practical exercises, our students gain valuable life skills that extend far beyond the realm of sport. They learn how to work collaboratively as a team, cultivate a positive culture, and commit themselves to achieving their goals, setting themselves up for success in all areas of life.
Program Benefits
- Academic achievement check-ins from Program Co-Ordinator.
- Wellbeing check-ins provided by Coach and Program Co-Ordinator.
Program Structure
Stage 1 – Foundation (Year 7)
- Two sessions per week including their winter sport allocation.
- Participation in specialised clinics and elite competitions.
Stage 2 – Development (Years 8 – 9)
- Two curriculum lessons per week with a qualified coach studying pre-season fitness, rugby league specific skills and strength and conditioning sessions as well as ACARA approved theory components aligned with curriculum band plans.
- Weekly sport allocation.
- Participation in specialised clinics and elite competitions.
Stage 3 – Specialist (Years 10 – 12)
- Three curriculum lessons per week with a qualified coach studying pre-season fitness, Rugby League specific skills and strength and conditioning specific sessions well as ACARA/QCAA approved theory components aligned with curriculum band plans.
- Weekly sport allocation.
- Participation in specialised clinics and elite competitions
Program Opportunities
- Access to Elite Tier 1 Broncos Challenge competition across all age groups (NRL recruitment exposure).
- Timetabled classes from Years 7-12 with qualified coaches focused on developing the whole player and student.
- Access to a rich network in the professional sporting space
- Over 40 alumni have made their debut in the National Rugby League
- Access to renowned experts in Strength and Conditioning, Dietetics, and Physiotherapy
- Direct connections to key employers for post-graduation employment opportunities
- Entry into our exclusive tutoring program
Criteria to be considered for Enrolment at Wavell State High School:
- Behaviour, effort and attendance standards of excellent and/or very good is expected.
Criteria to be considered for the Rugby League Programs of Excellence:
- Keen interest in rugby league with a variety of playing experience and a drive to set and achieve personal and team goals of improvement.
- Resumé of activities and achievements over the past two years.
- Answers to Learning Reflection questions on the Programs of Excellence application form.
- Participation in Rugby League Trials for Year 7 will be held in September at Wavell State High School.
For current students : Physiotherapy Triage
The Wavell sporting excellence programs are now offering free physiotherapy triage two lunch times a week, courtesy of Inspire Health Services. This is open to all students enrolled within both Rugby League and Netball programs and take place in the schools HPE first aide room near the oval. Four appointments of 15 minute intervals are available on Tuesday lunchtimes 1:00-2:00pm and Thursday lunchtimes 1:00-2:00pm. Bookings are to be made via your son/daughters strength and conditioning or class coaches.
Notes will be given to your child during the session and are to be taken home for communicative purposes. Phone contact will also be made with parents directly from the physio if further treatment is required.
Key points to note:
- Your child must previously had returned their permission slips and all appointments can be made via the below link (Kickstart forms).
- No appointment, no triage.
- Triage is an assessment based practice and serves the purpose of identifying key physical trauma that may require additional follow up and treatment. You may find that your child is issued with a request to attend the clinic for further analysis/ongoing treatment which will incur cost.
