The Macao Youth Sports Training Academy, jointly established by the Sports Bureau and seven sports associations, held a series of talent selection days in October. Potential teenagers were selected to take part in the systematic training provided by the Sports Training Academy, developing sports and sports training talents for Macao.

The events which took place at all sports training academies on the selection days included techniques, agility and fitness. Candidates were assessed by experienced coaches from the sports associations. All activities were acclaimed by the teenagers and their parents.