THE HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM IN ADELAIDE

Shaun Seigert, on the left, and Joe Root, on the right, performing cricket actions

WHAT IS THE HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM?

The R66T Academy High Performance Program is a proven method to improve cricket skills and players characters to ultimately, improve their performance as cricket players. Based in Adelaide, Australia it is designed to provide cricketers from around the world with opportunities to push their abilities, and develop not only their game but as people too.

The two go together - players need to get the best out of their skills and themselves as a person.

Shaun Seigert discussing with cricket players on the program

Shaun Seigert wearing R66T Academy merchandise stood outside the nets

Young Joe Root stood with Coach Shaun Seigert in 2009

Multiple cricket players stood aruound Shaun Seigert on a field

High Performance Cricketer, on the left, and batter, in the middle, and Shaun Seigert, on the right, all training together

SHAUN SEIGERT

Head Coach & Program Director

With over 17 years of producing professional cricketers within Adelaide, the program is led by Joe Root's former coach, Shaun Seigert. He has developed and run the program for the last 17 years, and has seen many high-level cricketers graduate from the program.

Of those who have attended, 32 players have progressed to play International Cricket and over 200 have played First Class Cricket.

SHAUN SEIGERT'S COACHING ALUMNI

White text 'JOE ROOT' on a red background

Joe Root joined the program in 2009/10 having just played for England U19s and yet to play a First Class game. During his time in Australia, Joe excelled and he thrived in the structure of the program. His training and understanding of what he needed to do to be successful stood out. Joe went back to England completely different and made his Test Debut 2 years later.

White text 'GUS ATKINSON' on a red background

Gus Atkinson came out to Adelaide and trained on the program in the 2016/17 season as a young 18 year old player having played some cricket for Surrey. Gus showed some raw talent as a young fast bowler not yet a professional cricketer. What stood out was he had a very good wrist as a young cricketer, getting a good 'zip' of the wicket, but he also had good competitive instincts and was a very quick thinker. These assets have helped him in good stead in succeeding at International Cricket.

White text 'JASON ROY' on a red background

Jason Roy came to the program in 2008/09. With immense talent, his major development was as a personin the daily grind of training and playing. Focusing on the processes of him improving were key, and not letting him get comfortable. Different players have different needs, as with Jason it wasn't just developing his cricket, it was growing him as an individual.

White text 'RORY BURNS' on a red background

Rory Burns joined the program in 2012/13 having played First Class cricket. He went through ups and downs during the program, but showed a great understanding of the game. Importantly, the program challenged him, to look for improvement, which it did as he won the most improved player in the ECB County season upon his return.

White text 'TAMMY BEAUMONT' on a red background

Tammy Beaumont joined the program after having little experience playing international cricket. Since then, she has now established herself as a leading female player in the world. A lot of what Shaun Seigert and Tammy worked on included her mindset, in freeing it up, and playing a way she could use her skill.

White text 'DILLON PENNINGTON' on a red background

Dillon Pennington joined the program in 2021/22, having played a small amount of County Cricket for Worcestshire CC. His selection for England is a reward and opportunity on the back of him investing in himself to come to Australia, and being prepared to be challenged differently as a player and as a person. After graduating from the program, he earned his first call up to the England Test Squad.

PLUS MORE

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NEW TO 2026 - TALENT IDENTIFICATION CAMPS

Transform your performance by playing and training in Australia

Phase One

Complete the trials based in the UK in May half-term where you will be assessed by our coaches

Phase Two

Players will be selected and contacted in June to discuss their application further

Phase Three

The selected players will join the program in Adelaide in October 2026

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GRADUATES FROM THE PROGRAM

First Class Cricket Players

200

International Cricket Players

30

HIGH PERFORMANCE PHILOSOPHIES

FIND A WAY

The game of cricket is forever asking questions, and the best players are very good at knowing what to do in a situation. Our program constantly asks question, whether a game simulated training session.
PUSH COMFORT ZONES

Essential to improving is to be uncomfortable. This can take many forms, a training session, training day, or training week, to make you feel challenged. Improvement remains dormant unless challenged.
DEVELOP CHARACTER

The person players a big part in the individual being the best they can.
Being continually challenged, using self reflection processes, and leadership.

This is a proven method to improve cricket skills and players characters to ultimately, improve their performances as cricket players.

All High Performance Offerings are developed with these philosophies at the heart.

HEAR FROM PAST PLAYERS

WHERE IT ALL STARTED FOR JOE ROOT

Joe Root in R66T Academy kit performing a shot

2009/10

Joe Root's Journey

Joe Root joined the High Performance Program in Adelaide in 2009/10. With his struggles to yet play a first class game in his England U19s team, he decided to take his training further. As he progressed under the watchful eye of High Performance Director Shaun Seigert, Joe's development excelled, as he thrived in the structure of the program. His training and understanding of what he needed to do to be successful stood out. After his development during the High Performance Program, upon his return to England Joe quickly made his mark, firstly for Yorkshire, then for the England Lions, in the season of 2010.

2012

AFTER CONSISTENT PERFORMANCES

Joe Root was selected for the England Tour of India in the winter of 2012/13 and made his international debut in the 4th Test Match in Nagpur. Joe puts his rapid rise from Yorkshire 2nd XI to the England team down to the hard-work and elite level coaching experiences he received under the coaching of High Performance Director, Shaun Seigert.

2013

TO NOW

Joe Root has risen to become one of the leading cricketers in the world, a batter with an ability to score runs in all formats of the game. He is England's leading run scorer in test match cricket and is targeting the most runs in test match cricket by anyone anywhere.

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TACTICS & GAME AWARENESS

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COMPETITION

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LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

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OPEN & CLOSED INDIVIDUAL SKILL IMPROVEMENT FOR BATTING & BOWLING

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FIELDING

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STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

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SELF REFLECTION

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SPEED & AGILITY

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ENDURANCE

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NUTRITION

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LOW IMPACT CARDIO

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BOWLER REHAB DRILLS

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RECOVERY

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INJURY PREVENTION

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MENTAL APPROACH - PSYCHOLOGY

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CENTRE WICKET TRAINING

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FULL REPORT POST MATCHES & TRAINING

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PLAYING COMPETITIVE CRICKET & REPRESENTING A CRICKET CLUB IN ADELAIDE

Training at Adelaide University Sports and Fitness

During the Program, the cricketers will use Adelaide University Sports and Fitness facilities including:

Recovery Equipment
Outdoor Training Facilities
Gym Facilities
Cricket Facilities

ADELAIDE UNIVERSITY SPORTS AND FITNESS

RITVIK APPIDI'S BREAKTHROUGH DURING THE U19 MEN'S CRICKET WORLD CUP

USA fast bowler Ritvik Appidi delivered one of the most talked about moments of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, removing India’s star batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi for just two runs in a fiery spell that showcased the young quick’s growing maturity and confidence...

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TROY HENRY MAKES HIS PROFESSIONAL DEBUT!

At the start of the Australian summer in 2023, Troy travelled to Adelaide to enrol on the R66T Academy High Performance Program. Troy’s focus was to improve his bowling under the expert guidance of Joe Root’s former Coach and High Performance Director, Shaun Seigert...

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TWO GRADUATES SELECTED FOR 2025 CWI RISING STARS MEN'S U19 50-OVER CHAMPIONSHIP SQUAD

Saharsh Shwethan, a batter from the USA, and Ritvik Appidi, a bowling all-rounder also from the USA, have completed a huge achievement by making the USA 2025 CWI Rising Stars...

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Dillon Pennington is called up to England Test Squad

Ahead of the England Test Series against West Indies, Dillon Pennington, a recent player on the 2021/22 R66T Academy High Performance Program in Adelaide, has earned his first call up to the England Test squad...

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NEXT STEPS

Follow these steps to get started

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REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

Complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch with you

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JOIN AN INTRODUCTORY CALL

We'll either arrange an online webinar with other players and parents or you'll speak directly with High Performance Coach, Shaun Seigert who will answer your questions

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Deposit

Secure your place on the Program by paying your deposit

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VISA

We can support you with securing your Visa application

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TRAVEL TO AUSTRALIA

Book your international flights to Adelaide, Australia ahead of travelling to the program in October 2026. Our team members will be at the airport to take you to your accommodation