Tasmania’s sports growth creates new job opportunities
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In Tasmania, Australia, a new sports academy is forming to train people for jobs created by expanding professional sports teams.
The Tasmanian Academy of Leadership and Sport, a partnership between TasTAFE and teams like the Tasmania Devils, JackJumpers, and Hobart Hurricanes, offers a 12-month diploma program with credit towards a business degree at the University of Tasmania.
Tom Reeves, a football player, returned to Tasmania after playing on the Gold Coast and now teaches at the academy, having secured a position with the Tasmania Devils. The growth of professional sports in Tasmania, including the recent addition of the Jewels women’s basketball team and the upcoming entry of the Tasmania Devils into the Australian Football League in 2028, is driving demand for skilled workers.
Jesse O'Hara established the academy after Tasmania secured its 19th AFL license, recognising a need for local education and training pathways in sports administration. Previously, Tasmanians seeking such careers often had to move to the mainland. The academy supports more than just athletes, with teams like the Tasmania Devils employing over 100 people in non-playing roles.
Lisa Gowthorp, an academic at Bond University, notes growing interest in sports management and anticipates a continued rise in job opportunities, particularly with the 2032 Brisbane Olympics on the horizon. She explains that specialised training offers insight into the unique culture of the sports industry.
