Emily Petricola living with an invisible disability
May 30, 2023World MS Day takes place on 30 May each year. It brings the global MS community together to share stories, raise awareness and campaign with everyone affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). At just 27 years old, VIS para-cyclist Emily Petricola was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), her story is one of belief, bravery and resilience.
Australian Sporting Network: Joint Reconciliation Statement
May 29, 2023National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time to reflect on Australia’s shared history through truth telling, learning our shared histories, cultures, and the achievements of First Nations Peoples; while taking the time to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
You Bea-uty Utri!
May 25, 2023Aisling Utri won a flag with the Western Bulldogs AFLW team in 2018, and last week the VIS scholarship holder fulfilled her dream of representing her country as a Hockeyroo in a three-test series against India in Adelaide.
VIS skateboarding siblings competing at World Tour
May 19, 2023Professional skateboarding siblings set to compete at 2023 World Skateboarding Tour in Argentina this week.
VIS and OUA partnership help athlete finish degree
May 18, 2023Melbourne Vixens and Australian Diamond goaler Kiera Austin, 25 moved to Melbourne two years ago but moving her degree with her proved to be challenging.
Rachael Lynch supporting next generation of athletes
May 16, 2023As an elite athlete, former Hockeyroo Rachael Lynch developed an outstanding array of skills and a huge depth of experience and knowledge that she will now apply in her new role as a Performance Lifestyle Adviser at the VIS.
Elissa Kent: Mother of four and building her coaching career
May 12, 2023When Elissa Kent was pregnant with her first child she was the Melbourne Kestrels' midcourt specialist. Even though it was the end of her playing career it was just the beginning of a new one. Now a mum of four she juggles life as the VIS Development Coach and is also part of the AIS Gen32 Coach Program.
VIS helps athletes plan their future careers beyond sport
May 11, 2023On Tuesday evening over 25 VIS athletes participated in a career education session hosted by the VIS with representatives from seven different universities to help the athletes transition to further studies.
VIS hosts Wheelchair Basketball Challenge
May 4, 2023The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) hosted a four-day Wheelchair Basketball challenge for the National Institute Network (NIN) at the Hangar in Melbourne.
VIS Netball Development Squad learn from New Zealand’s best
April 28, 2023The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) Netball Development squad travelled to New Zealand earlier in the year to play against international competition and experience a different high performance training environment.
