Skate Australia High Performance Review 

Over the past two Olympic cycles there has been a significant contribution from those within the skateboarding community, and the High Performance (HP) Sport System, to establish and evolve the Australia’s Skateboarding HP Program.

 

In 2024, in partnership with the Australian Sports Commission, Skate Australia undertook a System Review of the Skateboarding HP Program.  The Review was a proactive initiative designed to guide Skate Australia in advancing and evolving the HP Program, ensuring the best support for our athletes as we look to Brisbane 2032.

 

The Review was led by experienced Independent Consultant and HP sports management specialist, Mr Mike McGovern. Skate Australia acknowledges the significant engagement and contribution from the skateboarding community and HP System Partners to inform the findings and recommendations.

 

Skate Australia accepts the findings of the Review in full and has established a HP System Review Working Group Advisory Subcommittee of the Skate Australia Board, to provide accountability and oversight of the Review’s recommendations. Working Group members are;

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·      Chair - Andrew Collins

·      Skateboarding Representatives – Corbin Harris & Brett Margaritis

·      Skate Australia Board Representative – Jo Banning

·      AIS Representative - Caroline Brisebois 

·      State Institute Representative - Troy Ayres, QAS

·      Independent Member - Chris O'Brien 

 

Review implementation timelines have been impacted by Skate Australia senior leadership and HP Program staffing changes in late 2024.  The Working Group will develop a revised Action Plan with consideration of Skate Australia’s ability to implement recommendations within available resources.

 

Skate Australia has a commitment to transparency and ongoing communication following the Review. The Final Report (attached) will be published on the Skate Australia website, along with brief updates following future Working Group meetings.