2026 Adelaide Thunderbirds Talent Academy - Officials Application Form

2026 Adelaide Thunderbirds Talent Academy - Officials Application Form
Closing Date: 9:00am Monday 23 February 2026
Development Lead Coach
Development Assistant Coach
Emerging Lead Coach
Emerging Assistant Coach
Please tick which region you are applying for*

Development - KeithDevelopment - Port LincolnDevelopment - WillungaDevelopment - JamestownDevelopment - MetroEmerging Academy
Please tick which position you are applying for (Note: You may indicate more than one position).*

Head CoachAssistant Coach
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Current Coaching Accreditation*

DevelopmentIntermediateAdvancedElite
Please complete this form and attach a CV outlining your experience and qualifications, noting that to be eligible for appointment you must address all essential criteria as outlined in the relevant position description.

Applicants are required to make themselves available for interviews on Thursday 26 February from 1pm onwards.

Coach Induction Night (Date TBC)

Trials - Locations TBA

Trials will be split with coaches selected being required to attend their venue with potential invites to be extended for further selector opportunities.

Weekend 1

Metro Day 1 28/03/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena

Metro Day 2 29/03/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena (invitation only)

Weekend 2

Development Trials

Jamestown, Keith / Mt Gambier, Port Lincoln, Willunga

12/04/2026 10:00am – 1:30pm

Weekend 3

Emerging Trials 19/04/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena

Emerging Trainings

Training 1 03/05/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena

Training 2 31/05/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena

Training 3 28/06/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena

Training 4 09/08/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm Adelaide Arena

Development Trainings

All squads to train on the same day at their respective venues

Training 1 24/05/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm

Training 2 21/06/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm

Training 3 26/07/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm

Training 4 30/08/2026 10:00am – 3.00pm
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK (WWCC) - MANDATORY IF OLDER THAN 14 YRS

With the exception of SAPOL & AFP Members (as per the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016)

Please supply the following:
Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Unique ID (SRN xxxx-xxxx)
If SAPOL or AFP member please complete the above and enter your ID number.

If no WWCC & older than 14 yrs refer to:

https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/rights-and-law/rights-and-responsibilities/screening-checks/apply-for-a-screening-check

to apply and advise Netball SA of the Application Number.

NOTE: A valid and current (within the past 5 years) WWCC is MANDATORY prior to engaging in any activities on behalf of Netball SA.
I am aware of the duties and responsibilities of the position as detailed in the Position Description and understand that I will be required to satisfy the requirements of a Working with Children Check and Disability Services Employment screening. If appointed to a position, I understand the need to liaise with the Netball SA Pre-Elite Competitions and Pathways Manager and Coordinator, as well as the Workforce Manager regarding training schedules and that I will be required to sign an agreement form.
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Attach acknowledgement of PD here (PD Final page details):*

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2026 Adelaide Thunderbirds Talent Academy - Officials Application Form

Closing Date: 9:00am Monday 23 February 2026