2026 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

The Sport Australia Hall of Fame (SAHOF) Scholarship & Mentoring Program, supported by the Australian Sports Commission, incorporating the Australian Institute of Sport, and Harvey Norman, assists young elite athletes on their journey to excellence and success on the world stage, awarding $150,000 in funding to 32 athletes each year.

The three-tiered scholarship program sits amongst the most elite programs in Australia, if not the world. Connecting Australia’s next generation of athletic talent with the greats of Australian sport by providing scholarship holders with unrivalled access to SAHOF Members, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

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Applications close on Sunday, June 29, 2025.

2026 Scholarship & Mentoring Program

Tier 1 Inclusions

Six successful recipients will each receive:

• One-on-one personal mentoring from a Sport Australia Hall of Fame Member
• $10,000 sporting expense grant
• Merchandise and recovery equipment
• Invitations to attend SAHOF events to meet fellow Scholarship Holders and Members
• Opportunities to attend development workshops

Tier 2 Inclusions

Ten successful recipients will each receive:

• $5,000 sporting expense grant
• Merchandise and recovery equipment
• Invitations to attend SAHOF events to meet fellow Scholarship Holders and Members
• Opportunities to attend development workshops

Tier 3 Inclusions

Sixteen successful recipients will each receive:

• $2,500 sporting expense grant
• Merchandise and recovery equipment
• Invitations to attend SAHOF events to meet fellow Scholarship Holders and Members
• Opportunities to attend development workshops

Please note: All unsuccessful Tier 1 and Tier 2 applicants will be automatically considered for Tier 3 Scholarships. Each Scholarship will apply from selection date until December 31, 2026. All applicants must meet eligibility criteria before submitting. Terms and conditions apply.