Applications are now open for players and staff interested in being part of the 2025 Male Sharks Winter Academy program.
*Please note: this is a MALE-ONLY program. Details on how to apply for the 2025 Female Winter Academy will be provided in the coming weeks.*
An integral part of the Sharks pathways system, the Winter Academy is open to players registered and playing with Cronulla-Sutherland District junior clubs.
Squads will be assembled in the under 14s, 15s, 16s and 18s age groups following trials at the Cronulla High School fields on Monday, June 2.
Successful applicants will be contacted with further information. Triallists will be required to complete a waiver form – please see below.
Players selected in the final squads will take part in a training block and games aimed at preparing them to advance to NSWRL Junior Representative level.
Staff roles include coaches, sports trainers, physiotherapists, equipment coordinators, strength and conditioners, team managers and ground announcers/timers. Interviews are by invite only.
Applications close on Friday, May 30, with Winter Academy training sessions to commence on Monday, June 16.
For any questions regarding the Male Winter Academy training program, please contact Bryce Gentle – bgentle@sharks.com.au.
CLICK HERE for the player trial application form.
CLICK HERE for the trial waiver form.
CLICK HERE for the staff application form.
Male Winter Academy – trial dates
Dates and times subject to change
U14s - MONDAY 2nd June 2025
Sharks Academy Fields (Cronulla HS) – Arrive at 4:15pm
U15s - MONDAY 2nd June 2025
Sharks Academy Fields (Cronulla HS) – Arrive at 5:15pm
U16s - MONDAY 2nd June 2025
Sharks Academy Fields (Cronulla HS) – Arrive at 6:15pm
U18s - MONDAY 2nd June 2025
Sharks Academy Fields (Cronulla HS) – Arrive at 7:15pm
What to bring: boots, mouthguards, suitable training attire, waiver form (available online and at the ground), drink bottle.
Players are to come ready to train (with strapping tape already on if needed).