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Invited!
You have been invited to the Iron Armour Academy Athlete Performance Profiling event.
Registration closes Monday, 12 January, 2026 at 9am AEST.
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What's Included
Join Today And You Get...
Verified Testing Combine
Showcase your ability, by completing the Iron Armour Academy combine testing battery in an unbiased and regulated environment.
Data-Driven Coaching Support
All of your results are provided to your Iron Armour Academy coaches. This assists them to best identify your strengths and areas of improvement to guide your development.
FREE ACCESS TO ROOKIE ME CONNECT
Access your verified testing data online via the Rookie Me Connect app where you can analyse your athletic ability; results, rankings and ratings.
Registration closes Monday, 12 January, 2026 at 9am AEST.
We’ve partnered with Rookie Me (the Official Testing Partner of the AFL Pathways), to conduct an official testing battery where you will receive unbiased, reliable and verified data so you can identify your areas of improvement as an athlete.
We want to challenge you to become stronger, faster and more resilient each season. This also allows you to benchmark yourself against your fellow peers and teammates.
We will use these insights from Rookie Me to tailor the support you need, providing you with the right training to guide your development in the Iron Armour Academy.
Your progress matters, your effort matters. We’re committed to giving you every opportunity to be your best – both on-and-off the field.
Marcell Putaura
Head of Programs & Development
Iron Armour Academy
What is the Athlete Performance Profiling Event?
Get Tested
Complete the official and verified combine testing battery and showcase your athletic ability and rugby skills.
Establish a profile
Start building a profile of your progress, to better understand your athletic journey.
Benchmark your ability
Gain individual data for insights to help you understand your strengths and areas to improve.
Be Recognised
Our coaches use your performance data to celebrate your strengths and guide you in the areas that will support your development.
What You'll Experience at the Athlete Performance Profiling Event
Physical Performance
Counter Movement Jump
Running Vertical Jump
20m Sprint (5, 10 and 20m splits)
Pro Agility Shuttle
Yoyo Intermittent Recovery Test
Skill Assessment
Halfback Passing
Run Catch Pass
Evasion/Footwork
Anthropometry
Standing Height
Standing Reach
Body Mass
Region Partnership
Set The Standard
Rookie Me and Iron Armour Academy have partnered to support athletes in understanding and improving their performance over time. This event is designed to celebrate your growth, build confidence, and ensure you’re supported every step of the way in your athletic journey.
Save Your Spot Now
Secure your spot in this Iron Armour Academy Athlete Performance Profiling event.
Registration closes Monday, 12 January, 2026 at 9am AEST.
FAQs
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Is this a prerequisite or qualification for ongoing participation in the Iron Armour Academy program?
We strongly encourage athletes to take part, as the verified performance insights gathered will help our coaching team better understand your strengths, monitor your progress, and tailor your development journey. Participation in this event is not a prerequisite for joining or continuing within the Iron Armour Academy program. Opportunities to be involved will remain available throughout the season, regardless of attendance.
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How much is the event?
The Iron Armour Academy Athlete Performance Profiling (APP) event is a once-off payment of $74.99 incl. GST.
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What do I need to wear/bring?
On the day of the event, be sure to bring:
- Training gear that is non restrictive.
- Quality footwear for best grip on flooring.
- Lunch and/or food requirements.
- Drink bottle.
- Special medications; including asthma puffer/pump, and EpiPen if required.*
If you require any assistance during the event, please notify a Rookie Me team member.
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Where can I see my testing results?
Your verified testing data will be uploaded post event to Rookie Me Connect.
You will receive an email within 5 business days post the combine event, with the steps on how to create and access your account.
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Who is Rookie Me?
Rookie Me is the Official Athletic Testing Partner – AFL Talent Pathways and the Official Coaching Technology Partner of the AFL. Rookie Me has worked with some of the largest sporting organisations worldwide and recently hosted the 2025 inaugural NZ Ferns Female Talent Search Combine. Providing a range of face-to-face products, and software solutions for grassroots, community, domestic and elite sport. Rookie Me has partnered with prominent sporting bodies worldwide to promote growth and development using their product ecosystem.
Rookie Me is TRUSTED BY SOME OF THE LARGEST SPORTING ORGANISATIONS
