Diwali celebrations: Worth the Wait
November 10, 2023Every year November is a busy month for VIS Physiologist, Dr Avish Sharma, spending much of his time in Victoria and New South Wales' alpine regions supporting altitude training camps for our VIS athletics athletes before returning to enjoy in his culture's Diwali celebrations.
Surf Life Saving to Triathlon | Zoe Clarke's Transition
November 9, 2023The Victorian Institute of Sport and Triathlon Australia's High Performance Program are looking for talented athletes for the sport of Triathlon* to work towards achieving medal outcomes at the 2028 and 2032 Olympic Games. VIS scholarship athlete, Zoe Clarke, transitioned into triathlon from Surf Life Saving.
2023 Award of Excellence | Finalists Announced
November 8, 2023The annual VIS Award of Excellence is coming up on 23 November. The red carpet event recognises the national and international achievements of VIS athletes throughout the year and, importantly, the manner in which they have sought to win well, in sport and life.
Judo Olympian, Katharina Haecker, Shares her Secret to Success
November 6, 2023Australian Olympian and judoka, Katharina Haecker, is fresh from a bronze medal win at the 2023 Judo Grand Slam. Yet at the top of her game it's not always her work ethic, physical strength or commitment that gives her a competitive advantage.
VIS Paves the Way for Gender Equality in Coaching
November 3, 2023A gender inclusive culture makes for a strong organisation. Much of the success among VIS athletes can be attributed to the high value placed on the retention of excellent coaches, many of which are female.
VIS Table Tennis Stars Prepare for Pivotal International Events
October 27, 2023The international table tennis calendar is full of anticipation for the coming months as VIS table tennis stars prepare for some major match-ups, competing not only against international players but also each other as they look to secure tickets to Paris 2024.
Wheelchair Basketballer, Chithic Machar, on Resilience, Ambition and Teamwork
October 25, 2023Wheelchair basketball is the fastest growing sport for athletes with disability, according to Disability Sports Australia. When Chithic Machar attended a school holiday program for wheelchair basketball as a teenager in Werribee, he discovered a passion he is now turning into a career.
Squash Named Among Five New Sports for LA28
October 24, 2023Squash has been named among the five additions to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, with its inclusion creating excitement among the sports next generation.
From Interns and Athletes to Professionals
October 23, 2023Life at the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) begins differently for everyone, but the high-performance atmosphere and the wealth of opportunities it provides often leave an indelible mark on those who walk through its doors.
Athlete for Good grant recipient Rhydian Cowley on his journey in environmental sustainability and his work with Bush Heritage Australia
October 20, 2023Dual Olympian and Victorian Institute of Sport athlete Rhydian Cowley has been selected for the P&G Athlete for Good Program, receiving $24,000 USD for his chosen charity Bush Heritage Australia.
