Dozens of young athletes have taken part in a high-performance talent search at the South Australian Sports Institute (SASI), aiming to secure a spot in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. 

Almost 100 school children participated in the latest round of the program, which has already produced 22 Olympians since its inception in 1996.

It tests suitability for a diverse range of sports, including cycling and archery, and for the first time this year – diving, catering to children aged eight to 18 years old.

SASI manager of sports Simon Cain said the program was mostly about fun and the young aspiring athletes having a go.

“They can jump on and have a try at everything…and have lots of fun, that’s the main aim of today.” 

Among the aspiring athletes was Levi Marlow, who travelled nearly four hours with his family to participate in archery. 

Levi’s father Matthew Marlow said he hoped his son could make it to the Paralympics.

“I would be very proud,” Mattew said.

Levi hit four out of four targets and caught the attention of SASI archery athlete Casey Isle, who said Aussies should look out for the rising star in Brisbane. 

“We will definitely be contacting him and we have got some guys who live out his way, so hopefully we will get him in touch with my coach and see if we can collaborate from there,” Isle said.