Hoppers Crossing Secondary College
AFL Academy
About Academy Movement
Jimmy Orange - Director and Founder
Academy Movement Inc are a not for profit organisation who provide education consultancy services to schools to establish high level sport academies. We are working with Hoppers Crossing Secondary College to establish and grow an exceptional AFL Academy.
We are focused on:
Today, Academy Movement supports 21 academies across 14 schools, with programs running from Year 7 through to Year 12, and pathways into VET, tertiary study, and the sports industry.
About Academy Movement
About Academy Movement
We have successful partnerships with Rugby Australia, AFL Victoria, Basketball Victoria and AFL Victoria and are working with schools in the west, north, east and regional areas, and across multiple sports.
Hoppers Crossing SC X Academy Movement
The Hoppers Crossing SC and Academy Movement partnership means Hoppers Crossing Secondary College also be officially partnered with:
Our focus
Our focus is not just sport — it’s combining sport and school programs to help improve:
We believe great programs create great people — disciplined students, respectful teammates, and motivated learners.
Yr 9
AFL Academy class
2027
Yr 10
AFL Academy class
Year 1 of VET (Sport & Rec)
Yr 11
AFL Academy class
Year 2 of VET (Sport & Rec)
2028
AFL Academy Structure
Yr 12
AFL Academy class
3ʳᵈ Yr of VET (Sport & Rec)
The Year 9 AFL Academy classes will run for the full year (Semester 1 and Semester 2) in place of ALL elective subjects in each semester.
AFL Academy at
Year 9
Year 9 Theory Classes
Tailored program with selected units through Academy Learner
Students will complete one theory session in class per week
Example Learning units
Possible Theory Units
AFL Academy at
Year 10
The Year 10 AFL Academy class will run for the full year in place of one of the elective subjects in each semester.
Year 10 Theory Classes
Example Learning units
Students will complete one to two theory sessions in class per week
The Hoppers Crossing Secondary College AFL Academy strives for academic excellence, as such the students in Year 10 will receive a VCE Units which supports a full VCE load in Year 11.
AFL Academy at
Year 11
The Year 11 AFL Academy class will run for the full year in place of one of the VCE/VM subject.
AFL Academy at
Year 12 (2028)
The Year 12 AFL Academy class will run for the full year in place of one of the VCE/VM subject.
AFL specific training sessions
Practical Sessions
Multiple fitness and strength testing throughout the year
Fitness Testing
Students will be expected to take part in after school AFL sessions in preparation for upcoming tournaments you will compete in for the school
Tournament Preparation
AFL Australia’s Community Officiating Accreditation Program – an entry level course designed for those interested in becoming AFL umpires on a regular paid basis for the first time.
Year 9
Community Officiating
Community AFL Coaching
Students in Year 11 and 12 classes will complete a Certificate III Sport and Recreation qualification which focuses on AFL and creates a pathway into the Sports Industry in the future.
Year 11 - 12
Students in the AFL Academy will gain a full First Aid qualification and Certificate II in Sports Coaching
Year 10
Qualifications Year 9 - 12
Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics & Recreation
Provide First Aid & Cert II Sport Coaching
Proposed AFL Uniform
As members of the Hoppers Crossing Secondary College AFL Academy, you will be given the privilege of wearing a special uniform made by Puma.
Competitions, Excursions and Tours
As a member of the Hoppers Crossing Secondary College AFL Academy, you will be expected to compete in all tournaments and games you are eligible to play in for the school.
You’ll also get the chance to tour high performance facilities e.g. MCG, AFL teams.
Long term, the academy teams may have the chance to tour interstate and internationally.
Career Pathways
Apply for the either the AFL Academy if you would like a career as any of the following:
Any member of the Hoppers Crossing Secondary College AFL Academy are expected to sign and abide by an Academy Code of Conduct and Ethics that includes:
Expectations
Applications
Students wishing to be a member of either academy will be required to select the AFL Academy as a first choice for your electives, then complete an application form via Microsoft Forms. This will require the applicant to address how they embody the school values and provide a character and coach's reference as well as their most recent academic report
Selection is about attitude, commitment, and potential — not just talent.
Applications open May 12ᵗʰ and close on June 25th 2026.
Year Level | Intial Year | Subsequent Year |
9 | $550 | $250 |
10 | $550 | $250 |
11 | $550 | $250 |
Course Costs
Includes all course related costs:
AFL Scholarship Opportunities
There may be opportunities for members of the academy that make any Victorian State Rep AFL team for regional or national teams to apply for a school AFL scholarship.
Students must maintain a passing grade in all subjects leading into a VCE study pathway into Year 11 and 12.
Scholarship will cover AFL Academy related costs for each year they are eligible.
Scholarship Outline
AM will provide a scholarship for the successful applicant covering the Academy fees and related costs up to the value of $500 per school year that they are successful in obtaining the scholarship
AM will provide personalised mentoring from industry leaders and guidance towards success in the applicant’s chosen career pathway
Eligibility and Expectations
The successful applicant must:
Questions?