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Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme – (TASS)
Coleg y Cymoedd are proud to be the only Further Education College in Wales awarded TASS status.
Our TASS (Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme) Dual Career programme funded in partnership between Coleg y Cymoedd and talented athletes working together to bring the best out of our country’s most exciting young talents.
The TASS programme helps athletes – aged 16-plus – to balance sport, edcuation and lifestyle whilst at Coleg y Cymoedd.
For academic 2022-2023, there are currently 31 student athletes who have been identified and received TASS support.
You can find out more about TASS
How do I join the scheme
When you apply for a course at Coleg y Cymoedd, we ask a question during the application form to identify if you are an elite athlete*.
*Elite athlete is someone who is currently competing or representing at regional/national or International level in their chosen sport.
Selection Criteria
Must be competing or representing at regional/national or international level in your chosen sport
Sports included – There are no restrictions on the sports included within the scheme, example sports of our current and past learners have been Football, Rugby, Cycling, Karate, Swimming, Weightlifting, Boxing, Fencing, Dance, Kickboxing and many more…..
Meet the Team
ALUN DAVIES
Performance Lifestyle and Dual Career Adviser
Alun Davies is regarded as one of the leading accredited and qualified practitioners in the field of Personal Development in Sport and player/athlete welfare. With 35 years’ experience of work across education, training and business change – 21 years’ of experience working with elite athletes, professional players, Student Athletes and support staff supporting their personal development and career transitions.
Meet the learners
AMELIA ELLIS
TAEKWONDO
COURSE:
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
GB Taekwondo Training Squad
SPORTING AMBITION:
To compete on the world stage and aim for Commonwealth Games Selection / Worlds.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
I started on a Sports course but working with my TASS adviser it was evident that my interest and passion outside sport was in child care. The transfer across was supported as well as when I suffered a serious injury.
SAM COAKLEY
KICKBOXING
COURSE:
COMPUTING & IT LEVEL 3
PREVIOUS SCHOOL:
St Cenydd’s
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
6x WKU world gold medallist, also Won a British full contact title belt
SPORTING AMBITION:
Full contact world title belt.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
Offered the best range of IT course options and the support available through the TASS programme helping me achieve now and prepare for University.
REBECCA LEWIS
PARA SWIMMING
COURSE:
LEVEL 3 ACCOUNTANCY
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
Commonwealth Games Birmingham Finalist
SPORTING AMBITION:
To be the best I can be and participate in a Paralympic Games.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
It was the best fit for me and the support I receive in both my academic and sporting pursuits
KENZIE JENKINS
RUGBY UNION
COURSE:
BTEC SPORT LEVEL 3
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
Wales U18s, Bristol Bears academy.
SPORTING AMBITION:
To play professional rugby at the highest level.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
The academy programme at the College supported me fully in my rugby and academic career.
MILETA MITCHELL
NETBALL
COURSE:
A LEVELS
PREVIOUS SCHOOL:
Lewis Girls Comprehensive School
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
Regional Wales academy, Ystrad Mynach and Glamorgan valley County
SPORTING AMBITION:
To play for the Celtic Dragons and Wales.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
To be able to pursue my netball career within the netball academy as well as achieving my A levels with great support from staff and TASS programme.
JAKE ACREMAN
KARATE & BOXING
COURSE:
PLUMBING APPRENTICESHIP
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
National and regional karate champion, transitioning to boxing and fighting for the Wales ABA championship
SPORTING AMBITION:
To compete on the world stage and potentially fight professionally – or at least get to an Olympic Games.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
It was the best college for my Plumbing and apprenticeship and the TASS support has been invaluable ensuring I achieve my qualifications and sporting aspirations.
MADDIE WILLIAMS
LADIES FOOTBALL
COURSE:
LEVEL 3 SPORT
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
Wales u17 European Qualifiers, Captain of Wales Colleges Rome 2023.
SPORTING AMBITION:
To become a professional footballer.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
It was the best college to help me improve and give me opportunities to help me reach my future goals in my career.
EVAN WOOD
RUGBY UNION
COURSE:
LEVEL 3 SPORT
PREVIOUS SCHOOL:
Pen y Dre
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
Captain of Coleg y Cymoedd, Wales U17 and Wales U18 caps.
SPORTING AMBITION:
To play at the highest level I can achieve
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
It is a college which allows me to continue my rugby aspirations playing at the best level at this age getting exposure to high quality coaching, and still be able to get my education done at the same time. To support my progress to University.
HARRISON ROCK
RUGBY UNION
COURSE:
A LEVELS – BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, MATHS
PREVIOUS SCHOOL:
Ysgol Gyfun Llanharri
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENT:
Cardiff U18s and Wales U18s squad.
SPORTING AMBITION:
To enjoy my rugby and go as far as I possibly can.
WHY COLEG Y CYMOEDD:
I aim to progress to University to study Veterinary Science and CYC was the best option for me to study alongside playing at a college academy programme. Receiving TASS status was a great achievement for me and the support I have had has been the best.
Public Facilities
Aberdare
Wellington Street
Aberdare
Rhondda Cynon Taff
CF44 8EN
01685 887500
enquiries@cymoedd.ac.uk
