The Huddle

Sisters in Sport

Last Friday, Ms Sambell, Mr Williams, Mrs Lewis, and Mrs Athas accompanied a group of Year 10-12 Sports Leaders to the Sisters in Sport conference at Ascham School. This was Ascham’s second year hosting the event, with this year’s theme focusing on "Making Your Mark" in sport and leadership.

The conference featured three inspiring guest speakers. First, Abbie from Her Way Sports Media shared her incredible journey as a teen journalist and presenter—starting her own sports magazine at just 11 years old! Her story proved that age is no barrier to success.

Next, Katina Janev guided the group through creating a 2025 vision board, helping the girls set clear goals for the future. Finally, Australian Opal Nat Burton delivered an empowering session on developing a game plan for leadership success, offering valuable strategies for stepping up in sport and beyond.

Each speaker left a lasting impression, and we walked away feeling truly inspired. We’re excited to put these lessons into action throughout the year!

Ms Brigitte Athas

Sports Administrator

2025 Senior School Cross Country Results

2025 Age Champions

House Winners

1st:    Roseby

2nd:   Wentworth

Equal 3rd:  Gurney and Hawthorne

Minty Welsh debuts for Killer Whales AWL Team

On Saturday, 23rd February, our very own Sports Prefect, Minty Welsh, made her debut for the UNSW Wests Killer Whales in the AWL. The AWL (Australian Water League) is the highest division in Australian water polo, where Minty competes alongside and against Olympic-level players. Impressively, she is the youngest member of the team.

We are all incredibly proud of you, Minty, and can’t wait to see you achieve your goals this year!

Mrs Brigitte Athas

Sports Administrator

NSW All Schools Triathlon Team

Congratulations to Piper Sweeny on a great performance at the NSW All Schools Individual Triathlon. Piper came 6th in the Intermediate division, won the Bronze medal for NSW CIS and was the fastest competitor in her age group. We are thrilled that Piper has been selected to represent NSW All Schools at the Australian Championships.

Ms Kath Sambell

Director of Sport

Rebels Southern Representative Touch

Congratulations to 12 Years Lexi Coburn, 14 years Lilyana Bickerstaff, 16 years Margot Hindmarsh and 18 years Polly Roche who were all selected in the Southern Rebels Regional Touch Squads after their outstanding performance playing for Easts at Junior State Cup. 

It is always great to see that the Touch program, that now starts in Year 3, results in our girls achieving representative honours. It is a credit to the hard work of the girls and the coaching team that Kambala was the only school to have a representative  selected in each age group! 

Ms Kath Sambell OLY

Director of Sport

Battle of the East

On Friday we were lucky enough to welcome the Ascham swim team to Playfair Pool for a friendly race evening in preparation for the IGSA Swim Carnival. This event allowed the girls to get some race experience within the team, practicing official race starts and relay changeovers allowing both swim teams to dust up on some race skills. With the added extra of some friendly competition, this was an opportunity for the swim captains, Daisy and Minty, to get to know the girls and foster a positive team environment that is essential for race day. 

Swimming may be an individual sport;  however teamwork and collaboration is not something that our swim team lacks. It was great to see the girls so supportive of one another, not just within our own team but also extending that support to the Ascham girls throughout the night. We might be a small team, but we are mighty! I can’t wait to see what the IGSA carnival holds for us this year, it’s always a fun day, great competition and lots of PBs! GO KAMBALA! 

Ms Lily McCowan 

Kambala Swim and Water Polo Coach

**Please note these are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on sundial

Netball Clinic Fun

The Year 4-6 girls have been enjoying the Saturday morning netball clinics at Moore Park this term. Last Saturday I attended the clinics for the first time this term and can already see a huge improvement in many of the girls.

We have a lot of new girls this term which is always great to see. I can’t wait to see the improvement in the next couple of weeks. 

A reminder that on Saturday 22 March and Saturday 29 March all Year 4-6 students will attend the clinics from 8am - 9.30am to compete in round robin matches.

Ms Brigitte Athas

Sports Administrator

IPSHA Swim Carnival

On 4 March, our talented swim team took to the pool at the IPSHA Swim Carnival, held at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre. With 19 dedicated athletes representing our school, the team showcased incredible effort, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day. Well done to all our swimmers for an outstanding performance!

A special congratulations to the following students who have qualified for the CIS Carnival on 26 March:

Junior Relay Team:

• Molly Wang
• Ariel Wang
• Ruby Lowe
• Mia Li

Senior Relay Team:

• Alisa Hong
• Madeleine Schmidt
• Claudia Fern-Lee
• Charlotte Holmner

In addition to their relay success, Charlotte Holmner has also progressed in the 12 Years 50m Backstroke and Breaststroke, while Mia Li has qualified in the 9 Years 50m Freestyle.

We are so proud of all our swimmers and wish those advancing to the CIS Carnival the best of luck! 

Mr Tim Doyle

Sports Administrator

Historic IPSHA Touch Football Trials 

On Thursday, 6 March, at Perry Park, Alexandra, history was made with the first-ever IPSHA Touch Football trial for girls. This landmark event aimed to select a squad to compete at the CIS trials, with hopes of earning a place in the NSWPSSA Touch FootballCarnival, held later this year in Dubbo.

Kambala was proudly represented by five students, who showcased outstanding skill, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day. A huge congratulations to AlexiaCoburn, Charlotte Holmner, Claudia Fern-Lee,Madeleine Schmidt and Zoe Tazaneros for their fantastic efforts.

Out of 40 students competing, only 18 were selected for the CIS trials in April—and we are thrilled to announce that Alexia, Claudia, and Zoe have progressed through! Congratulations to them, and best of luck as they continue their journey. We are so proud of you all!

Mr Tim Doyle

Junior School Sports Coordinator

Water Polo Champion!

Over the weekend, Year 6 student Zoe Learmonth showcased her incredible water polo skills at the annual Big Orange Water Polo Tournament. Competing as part of the SydneyUniversity team, Zoe played a key role in their undefeated run, culminating in a gold medalvictory in the 12-year-old division!

A huge congratulations to Zoe on this fantastic achievement—we are so proud of her dedication and success in the pool! 

Mr Tim Doyle

Sports Administrator

2025 Junior School Cross Country Carnival Results

2025 Age Champions

House Winners

1st:  Hawthorne

2nd:  Wentworth 

Equal 3rd:  Gurney and Roseby

**Please note these are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on sundial