Tasmanian Institute of Sport introduces talent identification testing

The Tasmanian Institute of Sport is introducing talent identification testing for 2032 to uncover Tasmania’s future sporting champions in preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Tasmanian Minister for Sport and Recreation, Nic Street, said the talent identification testing would be open to Tasmanian athletes aged 12 to 22 and advised “the TIS has a goal to test 1,000 athletes across seven testing sessions in May in Hobart, Launceston and Penguin.

“It is the first time the TIS has run a large-scale Talent ID testing program for athletes in more than a decade.

“Tasmania had a proud history of producing world-class athletes. This talent identification program will work to uncover the next batch of talented athletes through testing.

“Identified athletes will be offered further opportunities to the train and develop with the TIS through this great program.

“This program provides the perfect opportunity to give Tasmania the best chance to contribute to winning medals at an Australian Olympic and Paralympic Games.”

TIS Senior Coordinator Talent Identification, Dr Gina Vernon, said the testing would identify athletes who had natural upper and lower body power, good endurance and mental capabilities.

Dr Vernon added “with Brisbane 2032 only nine-years-away, we have to start work now to get our talent pool in the best shape possible.

“The range of tests used vary from the classic beep test, to a 20-metre sprint and vertical jump.

“We are looking for athletes from all sporting backgrounds who may find themselves being perfect for a sport they have never tried before.”

Further details and information on how to register is available at www.tis.tas.gov.au/services/TID2032