Applications Open For Isle Of Wight Talented Athlete Scheme

Young sportspeople across the Isle of Wight are being invited to apply for the council's Talented Athlete Scheme for 2027.

The scheme supports athletes competing at county level and above, with successful applicants able to access discounted ferry travel, free use of 1Leisure facilities and reduced rates on services including physiotherapy, sports therapy, nutritional advice and sportswear.

More than 80 athletes aged between nine and 87 were supported through the scheme this year, covering sports including gymnastics, squash, sailing, swimming and underwater hockey.

The scheme is backed by Wightlink and a number of other Island businesses.

To qualify, applicants must live on the Isle of Wight, compete in a recognised sport and meet the performance criteria set by their sport's national governing body.

Applications for the 2027 scheme are now open.