About Us

MEET THE TEAM

At the heart of the Regional Academies of Sport is a passionate and experienced team dedicated to nurturing the next generation of athletes. From strategic leadership to day-to-day operations, our people are united by a shared commitment to excellence in regional sport development.

Southern Sports Academy Staff

Academy Staff

Our office staff are the backbone of Southern Sports Academy. Based out of our Wagga Wagga office, our team works on the ground every day to ensure our programs run smoothly, athletes are supported, and partnerships are delivered. They are the driving force behind making our programs happen.

Southern Sports Academy Regional Manager
Jared Kahlefeldt
jared@regionalacademies.org.au

Sports Programs Manager
Bridget Butterfield
bridget@regionalacademies.org.au


Finance and Office Manager
Cathy Breese
cathy@regionalacademies.org.au

Regional Academies of Sport Executive Management

Our executive team leads the collective regional Academies of Sport organisation with vision, integrity, and a deep understanding of the regional sporting landscape.

Our executive team leads the organisation with vision, integrity, and a deep understanding of the regional sporting landscape.

  • Chief Executive Officer: Brett O’Farrell
  • Chief Operating Officer: Mark Calverley
  • Commercial Director: Ian Robilliard OAM & Luke Tucker
  • General Manager of Finance and Governance: Nicole Yarrington
  • Commercial Relationships Manager: D’Arcy Van den Bossche
  • Advancement Services Manager: Shona Eichorn
  • Executive Services Manager: Sallie Partridge
  • Growth and Operations Manager: Emily Burgess-Moore
  • Marketing and Communications Manager: Bianca Wellings
  • Stakeholder Experience Coordinator: Ashlea Smith

Regional Academies of Sport Board of Directors

Chair –
Darryl Clout

Deputy Chair –
Matt Waring

Treasurer –
Meg Granger

Board Members

  • Ian Robilliard OAM
  • Carolyn Kay
  • Sarah Ferman
  • Matthew Waring
  • Mark Ingrey
  • Greg Downes
  • Olivia Skellern