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Academy of Rugby League Excellence

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Applications for 2026 are NOW OPEN
Applications close 3.00pm Friday 25 April, 2025
The Ormeau Woods State High School Rugby League Academy is an elite training and coaching program designed for gifted and talented rugby league students, empowering them to pursue their sporting aspirations while achieving academic success. This academy provides a structured and supportive environment where students with demonstrated ability in rugby league receive specialist mentoring, training, and education from experienced coaches including Ben Hannant as our Head Coach.

Expert Coaching Staff & Competitions

Our highly skilled coaching team brings extensive experience from both playing and coaching at elite levels. Students benefit from specialist coaching in skills, game strategy, and performance analysis, with opportunities to compete in local competitions to showcase and develop their talent. The Competitions we are currently part of include:
  • The Titans Challenge
  • The Titans Cup
  • The Tonie Carroll Cup
  • The Struddy’s Cup

    Good results in these competitions will bring pathways into:
  • Brisbane Broncos Old Boys Cup (BBOB)
  • Renouf Cup
  • Hancock Cup

    • Training Facilities & Strength and Conditioning

    Our academy is equipped with modern training facilities and a structured strength and conditioning program, ensuring students develop the physical attributes needed for elite-level rugby league. Players participate in sport-specific fitness programs that enhance endurance, strength, agility, and injury prevention.

    Sport Excellence Curriculum

    The academy integrates rugby league training with academic learning, allowing students to balance their sporting commitments with educational excellence. Our sporting curriculum is designed to develop not only technical skills but also leadership, teamwork, and personal growth, preparing students for future pathways in rugby league, further education, and careers in the sports industry.

    Student Obligations & Expectations

    Students selected for the Rugby League Academy are expected to demonstrate commitment, discipline, and respect both on and off the field. Academy members must maintain high academic standards, positive behaviour, and full participation in training and competition.

    A Supportive Learning Environment

    At Ormeau Woods SHS, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised education that nurtures each student’s potential. The academy fosters a safe, inclusive, and success-driven environment, ensuring all students have access to resources, guidance, and opportunities to thrive. Parents can expect:

  • A structured and supportive learning environment that values success.
  • Opportunities for skill development through expert coaching and competition.
  • Fair treatment and respect for all students.
  • Dedicated, passionate teachers and mentors who are committed to student success.

    The Ormeau Woods SHS Rugby League Academy is more than just a training program—it is a pathway to excellence, equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to succeed in rugby league and beyond.


    • Application Guide

    Students who apply for the Academy of Rugby League Excellence Program must complete a 2-stage process:

    Stage One

    • Complete a Sport Excellence Academy Application form (indicating preferrence for Academy of Rugby League Excellence)
    • Attach two most recent levels of Achievement, Effort and Behaviour report cards
    • Attach a reference from your sports club Coach and any other supporting documents

    • Stage one applications close 3.00pm Friday 25 April 2025


    Successful applicants will be invited to progress to Stage Two.

    Stage Two

    Applicants will be invited to attend a rugby league trial in term 2 at Ormeau Woods State High School:

    Please note, trial date will be advised via email.

    How to submit Academy application

  • To complete, please download the application form and save to your computer.

  • For full functionality you will need to complete within Adobe Acrobat Reader which can be downloaded from HERE External link
    please note - limited functionality is available on mobile devices

  • Save updated application using the students name as the file name.

  • Email with supporting your documents to academies@ormeauwoodsshs.eq.edu.au

    • For further enquiries, please contact the Excellence Academies email: academies@ormeauwoodsshs.eq.edu.au
    Last reviewed 25 February 2025
    Last updated 25 February 2025