The QBE Sydney Swans Academy will be holding trials for youth athletes this August and September at Tramway Oval for athletes residing in the Sydney Swans Academy Zone.

Youth Boys born between 2016-2013 and Youth Girls born between 2015-2013 are invited to register using the booking link below to secure a place in the upcoming trials.

The assessment trials will involve a range of AFL skills, athletic testing and small sided games. Each player will receive a report with their outcome and feedback following the assessment period in November.

Players selected at the trials will enter the QBE Sydney Swans Academy in 2027. To find out more information about what a year in the Academy would look like, head to The Academy Page on our website.

Youth Boy Open Athlete Assessment Trials 2026

Participant numbers are limited in each session.

Under 10 Boys (born 2016) - 3 options to choose from
Tuesday, August 25 (4.00pm - 6.00pm) - Option A
Tuesday, August 25 (5.30pm - 7.30pm) - Option B
Wednesday, September 2 (4.00pm - 6.00pm) - Option C

Under 11 Boys (born 2015) - 2 options to choose from
Wednesday, August 26 (4.00pm - 6.00pm) - Option A
Wednesday, August 26 (5.30pm - 7.30pm) - Option B

Under 12 Boys (born 2014) - 2 options to choose from
Tuesday, September 1 (4.00pm - 6.00pm) - Option A
Tuesday, September 1 (5.30pm - 7.30pm) - Option B

Under 13 Boys (born 2013) - 2 options to choose from
Monday, August 31 (4.00pm - 6.00pm) - Option A
Monday, August 31 (5.30pm – 7.30pm) - Option B

VENUE: Tramway Oval (opposite the SCG) - Driver Avenue, Moore Park, NSW 2021

COST: $95 + Booking Fees

REGISTRATION & FAQS

Youth Girl Open Athlete Assessment Trials 2026

Under 11 Girls (born 2015)
Monday, August 24 (4.00pm - 6.00pm)

Under 12 Girls (born 2014)
Monday, August 24 (5.30pm - 7.30pm)

Under 13 Girls (born 2013)
Wednesday, September 3 (5.30pm - 7.30pm)

VENUE: Tramway Oval (opposite the SCG) - Driver Avenue, Moore Park, NSW 2021

COST: $95 + Booking Fees

REGISTRATION AND FAQS

Talent Assessment dates for 2027 Under 14 (2012) and Under 15 (2011) athletes can be found HERE.