SOCCER GALA DAY

Last week students from Years 3 and 4, along with some select players from Years 5 and 6, enjoyed participating in the much-anticipated Soccer Gala Day at South Nowra Soccer Fields. After a frustrating reschedule due to last week's rain, the weather gods provided a perfect day.

Over 300 students from our school, Milton, and Kiama came together to enjoy a taste of the 'World Game'. The atmosphere was full of excitement, and it was great to see so many young players embracing the spirit of the day.

Our students played with fantastic sportsmanship, demonstrating fair play on the field and cheering on other teams during their team break. Students were wonderful ambassadors for our school, demonstrating exemplary behavior. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the sight of so many happy, smiling faces, showing just how much fun they had playing the sport they love.

A huge thank you to the students from St John's High School Nowra who volunteered their time to referee. Their support was invaluable and helped ensure the smooth running of all games. We also extend our gratitude to the parents and staff who helped make this day a resounding success. A special mention also goes to our P&F Committee and volunteers for providing the canteen service at the field. 

2026 REPRESENTATIVE SPORT- CURRENT YEAR 4 & 5 STUDENTS

Each year, students in Years 5 & 6 throughout the Wollongong Diocese are invited to trial for Wollongong representative teams, for the opportunity to access higher levels of sporting pathways, representation and progression to state level competition in the following sports. 

Scheduled dates for the trials can be found here

Nominations for the 2026 representative pathway selection trials are now open. Students are required to be experienced players and extremely talented in their chosen sport. If students are successful during these trials, they will progress to represent the Diocese of Wollongong at MacKillop Level Trials and possibly further advance to represent at a State Level.

Please be aware that we are only able send just a few students for each selected sport and your child may not be successful in their nomination due to experience, skills or not meeting the criteria. Students who have nominated for a sport will be informed if they have been successful or unsuccessful to attend the trials when the trial date is near. 

No late nominations will be accepted. Some of the trials for 2026 teams commence in Term 4 2025, therefore it is important that nominations are completed now. 

Rep Sport Nominations Year 5 & 6 2026

SUMMER SPORT REGISTRATIONS

As Winter sports draw to a close, it’s time to start looking forward to the exciting opportunities that Summer sports bring. There are a wide variety of activities available for students to participate in. Below are just a few options, along with links and contact details for further information:

• Summer Soccer – summer.shoalhavenfootball.com.au
• Little Athletics - https://www.nswathletics.org.au/join-nsw-athletics
• Nowra Athletics - http://www.nowraathletics.org.au/
• Cricket – playcricket.com.au/junior/cricketblast-juniorblasters | mycricket.cricket.com.au
• Baseball – shoalhavenbaseballassociation.com.au
• Nippers – nowraculburraslsc.asn.au
• Tennis – shoalhaventennis.com.au
• Swimming Lessons
• Waterways Swim School – Ph. 4423 6798
• North Nowra Swim School – Ph. 4448 6299
• Donna’s Dolphins – Ph. 4422 4661
• Bay and Basin Leisure Centre – shoalhavenswimandfitness.com.au/Our-Centres/Bay-Basin
  
  

We encourage families to explore these opportunities and support students in staying active, learning new skills, and enjoying the fun of Summer sports.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday 21 November: St Michael’s Swimming Carnival Year 2 – 6 

If you have any questions about sport or any upcoming events, please don’t hesitate to contact me. 

Andrew Allmark

Sports Coordinator