Sport Science Traineeship – Applications now open
August 17, 2023The VIS Performance Science Department are offering an exciting opportunity for Exercise and Sport Science students / graduates seeking to gain valuable, practical experience in supporting the preparation of elite athletes in a high performance environment. VIS Performance Analyst, Milli Bilson, came through the traineeship program and is now working across various sports.
VIS success at inaugural mega UCI World Championships
August 16, 2023The 2023 UCI World Cycling Championships have wrapped up with several VIS athletes competing across Track, Road, BMX Racing and Mountain Bike disciplines. From World Record holders to debuts, the World Championships provided a full spectrum of podium finishes, experiences and memories to last a lifetime.
Captain Catley’s VIS roots
August 12, 2023Steph Catley first stepped into the VIS facility in 2008 and our experts have supported the Matildas captain over the years through a range of services. VIS has been an important part of laying the foundation of Catley’s impressive career while helping her prepare for life after football. Tonight, she will lead the Matildas into their quarter finals clash against France at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
VIS Open Day returns
August 9, 2023The VIS Open Day is back in 2023 with the opportunity to meet Olympians, Paralympians and World Champion athletes, learn from high performance sport experts and experience the inner workings of a high performance sport facility.
VIS bids farewell to Bill Tait
August 9, 2023Following almost three decades of vision, leadership, growth, and immeasurable impact, the Victorian Institute of Sport is bidding farewell to Bill Tait.
Tess Madgen | Overcoming injury and shooting for Paris
July 25, 2023VIS has played an integral part in the Opal’s captain returning stronger to the court after injury and Madgen has now set her sights on leading her team to the 2024 Olympics.
Paris 2024 Olympics | One Year to Go
July 25, 2023Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) athletes and staff are preparing towards the Paris 2024 Olympics. VIS has a proud history of success at the Summer Games and is the home of 35 Victorian Gold medallists since its inception in 1990.
VIS rowers enjoy success at World Rowing U23 Championships
July 24, 2023VIS rowers earn their place on the podium in the Men's Four and Men's Quadruple Scull at World Rowing U23 Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Para-Athletics stars shine bright at World Championships
July 19, 2023Ten VIS athletes were in full force at the 2023 Para-Athletic World Championships in Paris, bringing home an impressive 6 medals out of Australia's 14 total medals.
VIS alumni Barbieri recognised for contribution to Australian Football
July 17, 2023Victorian Institute of Sport alumni (2002-2012) and Matildas trailblazer Melissa Barbieri to be recognised for her incredible contribution to Australian football by the Professional Footballers Australia (PFA).
