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Congratulations,
you have been
Identified.
You have been invited to participate in the Official Bendigo Pioneers Athlete Performance Profiling event.
Registrations close 5pm, Sunday October 25, 2026.
Congratulations,
What's Included
Join Today And You Get...
Verified Testing Combine
Showcase your ability by completing the official AFL/AFLW combine testing battery in an unbiased and regulated environment.
free access to Rookie Me Connect
Access your verified raw testing data online, and analyse and track your athletic ability.
Registrations close 5pm, October 25, 2026.
Participation in this event should not be regarded as a prerequisite or qualification for ongoing participation in the Bendigo Pioneers talent region trials or training programs. See FAQs for more information.
Congratulations on being invited to participate in the Official Bendigo Pioneers Athlete Performance Profiling event, hosted by our regional partner, Rookie Me.
This Athlete Performance Profiling event is designed to capture key data on all nominated talent in the region, both boys and girls across a range of age levels. This initiative will support players in understanding their physical capabilities and growth areas, as an athlete — with the opportunity to enhance their development. The event will also build a foundation for our profiling of talent in the region, in an unbiased and regulated environment.
The Bendigo Pioneers strongly encourage player participation in this exciting opportunity to accurately profile our athletes through a Verified Testing event hosted by Rookie Me. This profiling allows our team to closely track the verified data collected and for each athlete to gain insights to where their own physical development is at; while always encouraging them to continue to seek ways to further improve their football moving forward.
We encourage you to embrace this challenge and kick start your 2027 Season!
Yours Sincerely,
Ricky Coburn
Regional Talent Operations Lead
Bendigo Pioneers
What You'll Experience at the Athlete Performance Profiling Event
AFL Agility
An assessment of a player's ability to change direction at high speeds. Agility is a powerful weapon when players are in tight situations or dodging an opponent.
20m Sprint
An assessment of a player's ability to accelerate and reach top speed over a distance of 20m. Measuring the 5m, 10m and 20m splits, we gather insights on how well a player can explode and burst out of a pack.
Running Vertical Jump
An assessment of a player's ability to gain momentum and jump off one foot and reach the highest point. By measuring the running jumps, this test provides insight into how much impact a player can have in aerial contests.
Standing Vertical Jump
Assessing each player's ability to jump straight up from a standing position to the highest point (counter movement jumps). Generating power from a stationary position can indicate a player's lower body strength, highly suitable for AFL/AFLW football.
Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery
An assessment of each player's ability to recover from repeated bouts of running. A player’s ability to recover is important in football as you are able to perform consistency across the game.
Region Partnership
Be Recognised in your region
Rookie Me has partnered with Bendigo Pioneers to engage, develop and identify talent. This partnership will complement and strengthen your opportunities in the football landscape.
Save Your Spot Now
Secure your spot in this Official Bendigo Pioneers Athlete Performance Profiling event.
Registrations close 5pm, October 25, 2026.
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FAQs
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Is this a prerequisite or qualification for ongoing participation in the Bendigo Pioneers` talent region trials or training program?
Participation in this event should not be regarded as a prerequisite or qualification for ongoing participation in the Bendigo Pioneers` talent region trials or training programs. Rookie Me will share the performance data from this event with the Bendigo Pioneers program staff who will work closely with all community clubs throughout the upcoming season to monitor the form and development of all players. Opportunities to be involved in the Bendigo Pioneers program, whether you elect to participate in this event or not, will be ongoing through the upcoming season.
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When do event registrations close?
Event registrations close 5pm, October 18, 2026.
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When and how will I find out my allocated time slot?
Allocated time slots will be sent to athletes by 5pm on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
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How much is it?
The Official Bendigo Pioneers' Athlete Performance Profiling event is a once-off payment of $49.99 incl.GST
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Where can I see my testing results?
Your verified testing data will be uploaded to your Rookie Me account following the event and will be accessible through either Rookie Me Hub or Rookie Me Connect.
To view your results, simply navigate to Past Events, select the event you attended, and click ‘View Testing Results’.
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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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Who is Rookie Me?
Rookie Me is the Official Athletic Testing Partner of AFL & AFLW Pathways and the Official Coaching Technology Partner of the AFL. 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.