Sports Academy

Catholic College Sale’s High Performance Program

Catholic College Sale is proud to introduce our new High Performance Program. Designed for student athletes who balance demanding training and competition schedules outside of school, this program provides structured strength and conditioning, athlete education and performance support within the school timetable.

Our High Performance Centre is now open to students in Years 7–12. This purpose-built, state-of-the-art facility offers an exceptional environment where students can grow, train and excel.

Equipped with fully functional, commercial-grade equipment, the High Performance Centre enhances our Student Athlete Performance Academy and sports academies. Students benefit from access to professional-level resources within the College setting, supporting their physical development in a safe, structured and inspiring environment.

A Holistic Approach to Performance

At Catholic College Sale, we understand that performance extends beyond physical strength. To complement their training, students have access to TeamBuildr, a wellbeing and performance tracking platform tailored specifically for our College.

This innovative software allows staff to monitor student wellness, fatigue and performance data, ensuring each student is supported holistically and that training loads are managed effectively.

Expert Leadership

Our strength and conditioning program is led by Mr Tom Wheeler, an experienced coach with nearly 15 years working across junior to elite sport. Mr Wheeler holds an ASCA Level 2 Professional Strength and Conditioning Coach accreditation and a Master of Exercise and Sport Science.

With a strong focus on youth development, his approach is grounded in the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) framework. This ensures students not only strive for excellence in their chosen sports, but also build strong physical foundations, resilience and lifelong habits that support their overall wellbeing.

The High Performance Centre reflects Catholic College Sale’s ongoing commitment to excellence in sport, student wellbeing and the development of the whole person.

Sports Academy Subjects

In addition to the High Performance Program, Catholic College Sale offers Sports Academy subjects for students in Years 9 and 10.

Students can choose from:

  • Football

  • Netball

  • Basketball

  • Cricket

These subjects provide students with the opportunity to develop sport-specific skills while also building their understanding of training principles, performance analysis and teamwork within a structured academic setting.