◆ Athlete Pathway
A Real Pathway
From the first session to the professional contract. Six stages. Measurable progression. A long-term plan for every athlete.
◆ Six Stages
The Progression
01
Beginner
Ages 6–9
Movement literacy, coordination and the foundational skills of rugby league, touch footy and soccer — passing, catching, evasion, footwork and first-touch — built through play and a love of the game.
CoordinationRun · Jump · ThrowConfidencePlay
02
Development
Ages 9–12
Sport-specific technical mastery and the introduction of tactical principles.
TechniqueDecision-makingTactical basicsHabit-building
03
Academy
Ages 12–14
Structured high-volume training, performance testing and accountability frameworks.
Periodised trainingS&C foundationTestingMental skills
04
Elite
Ages 14–16
Rep-level and trial-bound athletes refining edge, speed and decision-making under pressure.
Position masterySpeed/PowerGame IQRep prep
05
Representative
Ages 15–17
Athletes selected into representative squads, refining performance under real pressure.
Match exposureRecoveryNutritionLeadership
06
Pathway
Ages 16–18
Bridge to club, scholarship and professional opportunities — including the highest levels of NRL and soccer (A-League and international pathways).
Talent ID exposureClub partnershipsPro habitsIdentity
◆ Assessment Process
How we develop you.
01
Assessment
Initial movement screen, sport-specific testing, athlete + parent interview.
02
Profile
Athlete profile built — physical, technical, tactical, psychological.
03
Plan
12-month individualised development roadmap aligned to pathway stage.
04
Train
Weekly training in academy environment with measured KPIs.
05
Track
Quarterly testing, video reviews and coach reports.
06
Progress
Promotion through pathway stages and exposure to representative networks.
◆ Partnerships
Connected to the game.
Pursuit Elite works with NRL pathway clubs, A-League academies, junior representative programs and feeder schools across NSW. Talented athletes are exposed to scouts, coaches and structured trial pathways.
Penrith Pathways
Eastern Suburbs JR
FNSW Skills Acquisition
Newcastle Touch Reps
Sydney Roosters JR
St Joseph's College