Are you the MVP in your class?
CQU’s MVP program is returning for 2024. Keep an eye out for the competition entry form, coming soon!
We are seeking 2024's most valuable players (MVPs). Whether you're an aspiring sport scientist, psychologist, physiotherapist, a rising sporting star, or simply passionate about biology, this program is designed for you!
If you’re a current year 10, 11 or 12 student you could win yourself a spot in our exclusive, behind-the-scenes program on Tuesday, 12 November
8.40 am – 1.00 pm, hosted by CQU Lecturers, in conjunction with the Cairns Taipans!
Highlights
- Exercise and Sport Science Workshops: explore injury prevention, recovery strategies, performance optimisation, and strength and conditioning. Learn how to gain a competitive edge using methods like wearable technology, player load management and testing protocols. Led by lecturer Rogan Bartlett, who is also a Strength and Conditioning coach for the Cairns Taipans.
- CQU Exercise and Sport Science Lab Tour: experience cutting-edge technology, including the metabolic cart which measures VO2 max, a cycle ergometer for anaerobic power testing, and electric timing gates that assess speed and agility.
- Taipans Training Session: gain exclusive access to a training session and explore performance data insights with Catapult technology.
- Physiotherapy Presentation: Cairns-based Physiotherapy Lecturer, Michael Wilkinson, will provide an overview of physiotherapy, covering course details for those entering the field straight out of school.
- Psychology Presentation: Senior Lecturer Alberto Goncalves will discuss the psychology program at CQU and share his experience as a sport psychologist.
- Taipans Home Game: Friday 29 November, Cairns Taipans vs Sydney Kings (two lucky participants will win tickets to the game)
