Futures Day for Students!
The Women in Sport Summit 2026 Futures Day is an exciting event designed to inspire and empower high school students to explore diverse and innovative career pathways in the sporting landscape.
Inspire → Discover → Dream
Host city Adelaide is set to host this engaging day offers a rare chance for students to hear from industry leaders, connect with mentors, and envision their future roles in sports—from athlete pathways and advocacy to marketing and sports science pathways.
Help your students to unlock their potential and be inspired by the exciting new careers in women’s sport.
Direct access - Emerging pathways
We are pleased to invite your school to register its interest in attending Futures Day, a complimentary feature event of the Women in Sport Summit 2026, Adelaide.
Designed for students in Years 10–12, the program provides direct access to inspiring women leaders, real-world career insights and emerging pathways across sport, business, marketing, science, media, technology and leadership.
Give your students a front-row seat to the future of sport by registering your school's interest in this complimentary leadership and career development experience, with lunch provided for all attendees.
Places are limited and schools are encouraged to register early to secure access to a unique opportunity to connect students with women leading the future of sport, business, media, technology and high performance.
Futures Day delivers real-world career insights, industry connections and inspiring conversations that help students explore pathways in one of the world's fastest-growing industries — all at no cost to schools.
Why Your School Should Participate
Hear from Industry Leaders
Engage with inspiring speakers across diverse roles including performance, sports science, technology, marketing and events, advocacy and more.
Explore Career Opportunities
Discover both traditional and emerging pathways in women’s sport, encouraging students to dream big, think broadly, and be inspired in their future careers.
Build Connections
Students will have the chance to meet mentors, industry professionals, and role models advocating for gender equality in sport and supporting their aspirations.
Register Your School today
Registrations Close 30th September 2026
Speakers
Futures Day
As CEO of Sport SA, the peak body for sport in South Australia, Leah has championed women’s sport from vision through to reality, establishing the Marjorie Jackson-Nelson Centre for Women’s Sport, a program that empowers and connects all women in sport.
Leah has over 30 years of experience in Executive roles in Sport, Education and Human Services, with roles in Government and Non-Government in Australia, Turkey and Hong Kong. She holds a Master of Sociology from the University of Leicester (UK), a Bachelor of Education in Health and Physical Education from the University of Tasmania, a Diploma of Government in Project Management and is a recent graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Shane Pill lectures & undertakes research in curriculum and pedagogy, physical education, sport coaching, sport development, & educational leadership at Flinders University since 2006.
Prior to working at Flinders University, he was a physical education and science teacher and school leader for 18 years.
Shane is an Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER) Life Member & Fellow, honoured for long-standing service to the field of physical education and recreation.
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AGENDA
- International & Local Keynote Speakers
- An Athlete Panel
- Marketing and Events Panel
- Change Makers Panel
- Sports Science Presentations
Event Sponsors and Partners
Presenting Partners
Major Partners
The Venue
Adelaide Oval – The heart of South Australia
The Women in Sport Summit 2026 will be hosted at the world-renowned Adelaide Oval, one of Australia’s most iconic and picturesque venues. Located in the heart of Adelaide, the stadium is a premier destination for AFL, cricket, concerts, and major events, attracting visitors from across the globe.
Blending rich heritage with world-class, modern facilities, Adelaide Oval offers a unique experience for delegates. From guided tours and the thrilling rooftop climb to its integrated hotel and diverse dining options, the venue showcases the best of South Australia’s hospitality and innovation.
As one of the country’s leading destinations for sport and major events, Adelaide Oval provides the perfect setting to bring together athletes, leaders, and industry professionals—creating an inspiring environment to celebrate, connect, and shape the future of Women in Sport.
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