YEAR 9 APPLICATIONS

Applications for entry into Year 9, 2026 have closed and all available places have been filled.

MSA has an intake of 26 student-athletes for entry into Year 9. In previous years, only a very small number of places were available at this year level.  

The Year 9 application process commences the year prior to entry, while the student is in Year 8. 

An application form for Year 9, 2027 will be available on this page from Term 2, 2026.

Please note that enrolment timelines are subject to change. We encourage families to regularly check the MSA website and follow our social media channels for the most up-to-date information.

Important Note: After submitting your application an email confirmation will be received from notifications@fillout.com. Information regarding selection trials will be sent from MSA Talent Administrator, callum.appleyard@education.vic.gov.au. Please check your junk E-mail folders and add these email address to your safe senders list.

SELECTION PROCESS

Selection is based not only on current performance, but also on demonstrated potential for development in high-performance sport, as well as suitability for balancing sporting and academic commitments, effort, and behaviour.

Entry into Year 9 is highly competitive and, in general, most successful applicants are competing at junior state or national level (or an equivalent standard).

Selection for in-person trials is determined through a review of the sporting information and achievements provided in the online application, by the MSA Selection team. Applications are assessed across all sports in consideration of the available number of places.

Applicants who progress to the next stage will be assessed based on: 

  • Performance testing including general power, speed (running) and anthropometric testing.

  • Sport Specific Training and Drills.

  • Academic Review (academic criteria below).

ACADEMIC CRITERIA

School reports and NAPLAN results are reviewed to determine whether applicants meet the following guidelines. These criteria are used as a reference point, and exceptional circumstances will be considered.

  • Achieving a B grade academic average with academic progress indicators at the upper end for their year level.

  • High academic effort (no comments indicating poor or unsatisfactory effort).

  • Behavioural indicators rated very good or above.

  • Strong school attendance level (90% or higher).

The MSA Selection Committee may also contact your child’s current school for further information if required.

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1. COMPLETE ONLINE APPLICATION

Before submitting your application, please ensure you have the following information available:

  • General Student Details

  • A Head Shot Photo

  • Parent or Guardian Contact Details

  • Sport Details (Club Information, Highest Level of Achievement and Coach Contact Details)

  • Year 7, Semester 1 and 2 Reports

  • Year 7 NAPLAN

  • Credit card details to pay the $100 application fee. 

Please note:

  • Only one sport may be nominated at this year level due to the limited number of places and the high standard of applicants (generally state or national representation).

  • References are not accepted as part of the application process.

  • Your application is only finalised once payment has been submitted 

  • Application fee is non-refundable.

Step 2. SELECTION FOR IN-PERSON TRIALS

The information provided in the application is reviewed by the MSA Selection Committee and you will be notified via email the outcome of your application at the end of Term 2.

If you have progressed to the next stage, you will be invited to attend physical testing and selection trials.

Step 3.  PERFORMANCE TESTING

Athletes who are being considered for selection will be invited to take part in performance testing:

The performance testing day will take place at MSA on Monday 13th July. Testing for all sports (including associate sports) will take place from 1:30pm - 3:00pm. selection trials as part of the talent identification and select-entry process.

Step 4. SELECTION TRIALS

The selection trials are part of the talent identification and select-entry process.

The trial period is scheduled for Monday 20th July - Friday 31st July. Further information will be provided regarding sport specific trial dates, times and detailed information at the end of Term 2, by Friday 26th June.

Step 5. OFFERS MADE

Applicants will be notified via email before the end of Term 3 if they are being offered a scholarship.

MSA has a gender target of 50% male and females for selections

As part of a targeted focus on developing performance pathways for para-athletes, with support from Paralympics Australia, MSA welcomes applications from students with an eligible impairment for para-sport.