SPORTS
BULLETIN
Reminder
The U13 Rugby League boys will take on Woree School on Wednesday, 26 November (Week 8) at 4:00 pm on St Mary's Oval. Come down and cheer on the boys for their last game of the year.
2025 Sports Awards Presentation
St Mary’s has enjoyed a remarkable year in sport, with many teams reaching significant milestones:
- 4 CISSA teams reached the Grand Finals. 2 Crowned Champions
- 6 JSS teams reached the Grand Finals. 5 Crowned Champions
- Cross Country team crowned TCS Champions
- Track and Field team crowned TCS Champions
- Senior Girls Netball team crowned Vicki Wilson Regional Champions
- Junior Girls Netball team crowned Vicki Wilson Regional Champions
- Senior Boys Volleyball team crowned FNQ Champions
- FNQ Cowboys Rugby League Challenge Champions
- Confraternity Men of League Challenge Cup Champions
- Bentley 7’s Junior Netball Champions
- Bentley 7’s Junior Volleyball Champions
- 576 students participated in sporting teams
- 328 students represented TCS
- 59 students represented Peninsula
Tuesday, we celebrated the achievements of our St Mary's students with over 100 parents and guardians. Congratulations to all our students who were committed to a St Mary's sports team in 2025, and well done to all the award recipients.
Sports Program Sponsors
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the generous sponsors who make our sports programs possible:
- Brothers Leagues Club Cairns
- Lane Orthodontics
- EMU-EV2
- EFM Health Clubs
- Family Connect
- EK Design Kitchens
- Lysaght
- Brown and Hurley
- Gridline
- Kinetic
- Intersport Cairns
Your support is more than financial — it’s an investment in the growth, wellbeing, and opportunities of our students.
Thanks to your partnership, St Mary’s can continue to provide experiences that inspire and empower young people through sport.
Thank You
To our dedicated sports teachers and coaches, we are truly grateful.
The countless hours you give, often beyond the school day, reflect your passion and commitment to our students. Whether it’s delivering quality programs during sport lessons or creating extra-curricular opportunities like gala days and sporting tours, your efforts shape memories and achievements that last a lifetime.
To our 2025 House Captains and Sports Leader, Lacey Walters — thank you for your leadership, energy, and unwavering encouragement. You have fostered house spirit and inspired participation across the school community. Your legacy will continue to influence St Mary’s long after your time here, and we wish you every success in the exciting journey ahead.
Finally, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to St Mary’s, to Kerry, Louise, our Senior Leadership Team, my colleagues, and our students for the unwavering support you have shown to both the sports department and me. It has truly been a privilege and an honour to lead this department and to work alongside such dedicated coaches.
To our students — you are inspiring. Your commitment, perseverance, and above all, your sportsmanship, embody the very best of St Mary’s.
Continue to work hard, pursue your goals with passion, and support one another. I have no doubt that, together, you will continue to achieve remarkable things.
Term 4 Sports Program Highlights
This term, we’re mixing things up with a fresh lineup of sports activities to keep everyone moving and motivated. Please take a moment to review the weekly schedule so you know what’s on and can come prepared—especially for swimming sessions!
Off-Site Activities
- Some sports will take place off-campus, with transportation provided via bus.
Swimming sessions will be held at Woree Pool, and students will walk to the venue.
What to Bring
To make the most of your sports sessions, don’t forget:
- A hat
- Sunscreen
- A water bottle
Appropriate swimwear for aquatic activities
Let’s make Term 4 an active, exciting, and team-spirited term!
SENIOR SPORTS PROGRAM
TUESDAY TERM 4 PLAN:
JUNIOR SPORTS PROGRAM
WEDNESDAY TERM 4 PLAN:
2025 Partnership Opportunity
If partnering with St Mary's is something you may consider, please take a moment to review the 2025 Sports Performance Program Partnership Perspective.
TCS and Peninsula
Peninsula School Sport Permission Booklet:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16AG82Z5ZXwJqA6LQaTyf1M57-RHAeR3E/view?usp=sharing
Sports Grants
Emerging Athlete Pathways:
https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/emerging-athlete-pathways?SQ_VARIATION_105374=0
Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund:
https://sesf.org.au/application/
External Club Notices
Herb’s Training and Swim School
Herb’s Training and Swim School, in partnership with Central Cairns Swimming Inc., is establishing a Para Swimming Hub for Far North Queensland and will be hosting a free swim clinic and information session:
Friday, 5 December 2025
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Trinity Bay State High School Pool, Hoare Street, Manunda
The session, titled “Towards Competition”, is open to swimmers with disability who are interested in learning more about para-swimming pathways, meeting the coaching team, and getting involved in future programs, clinics, and camps leading into Brisbane 2032.
Please share with anyone in your networks who may be interested.
Expressions of interest can be emailed to: herbieh@bigpond.net.au
Redlynch Strikers United FC
Redlynch Strikers United FC is excited to announce our Boys & Mixed Teams Football Trials as we prepare for the 2026 season!
Location: Brinsmead Fields (next to Freshwater Christian College)
Trial Times: 4:50 pm – 6:30 pm
Trial Dates & Teams: Monday, 24 November: Ages 15 & 16 (Born 2011 & 2010)
Who Should Attend:
- All current players looking to continue in 2026
- New players eager to join a passionate and supportive football community
What to Bring:
- Football boots and shin pads
- Water bottle
- Enthusiasm and a positive team spirit!
Spread the word and bring a friend! Let’s build a strong future in football together.
For more information, please get in touch with the Registrar via email at registrar@rsufc.com.au.
Share Your Success Stories With Us!
If your child has participated in a state-level event or higher, please reach out; we would love to share their story with our College community. Please email a short summary and a high-resolution photo to kmcpheesmi@cns.catholic.edu.au.
Mrs Kym McPhee Smith
Sport Operations Manager
