Lonestar Program

  • Program Overview

    The LCRSA LoneStar Scholarship Program (LSP) is designed to support the developmental needs of the regions young talented athletes by providing industry leading high-performance sport development programs.

    The LSP is for athletes who compete in the various sports, individual or team, that the LCRSA currently do not provide specific programs for.

  • Program Specifics

    The LCRSA is committed to the development of the holistic athlete by providing an Elite Strength and Conditioning Program, 12-month gym membership, High Performance Physical Testing, as well as an elite sports education curriculum.

  • Athlete Eligibility

    To be eligible for the LoneStar Scholarship Program, athletes must:

    • Reside within the Limestone Coast Region made up of the Mount Gambier, Grant, Wattle Range, Robe, Kingston, Naracoorte Lucindale or Tatiara local government areas; and
    • Be a registered member with the State Sporting Organisation (SSO) through an Association within the Limestone Coast region; and
    • Be affiliated with the SSO for the nominated sport; and;
    • Be of age 13 - 18 during the year of scholarship
    • Special consideration may be given to athletes outside the eligible age, subject to the approval of the LCRSA Administration or the SSO.

  • Selection Criteria

    Satisfy the eligibility criteria and demonstrate the following qualities;

    • Physical abilities and physical skills considered to be essential for eventual success in your chosen sport;
    • Display an ability to apply coaching & technical instruction;
    • Display attitude, commitment and dedication to improving performance;
    • Demonstrate potential to be selected for SA/National representation within 12 months (where that pathway exists);
    • The ability or potential to work as part of a team to achieve excellence

  • Nomination Forms