Senior School Cocurricular Program

• Fixtures
• From the Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
• Coaches and Convenors Listing
• Athletics
• Basketball
• Cricket
• Football AGM
• Squash
• Swimming
• Touch Football

Fixtures

From the Assistant Principal, Cocurricular

Welcome back to Term 4!

The Summer Sports season begins this Saturday 17 October.

Communication and Fixtures

Please check Clipboard regularly throughout the week for important information regarding training sessions and fixtures. Clipboard can be accessed on mobile devices, and all students and parents should ensure they can log in and use the platform.

If you have not yet accessed Clipboard, please do so as a priority. The majority of fixtures are now available through Clipboard. The exception is MWJCA Cricket, where fixtures are posted via PlayHQ.

Uniform Requirements

Please ensure your son has the correct uniform for his respective competition before the season begins.

Tennis (NSTA) and Pennants Squash

• Royal blue tennis polo

• Navy PE shorts

District Cricket

• Royal blue numbered cricket shirt

• Blue cricket pants

ISA Cricket

• Full cricket whites on competition days

• College blazer for lunch and afternoon tea

• Navy blue training gear (issued by the College) for pre- and post-match attendance

Basketball

• Official College basketball singlet

• Official College basketball shorts

All new basketball players must purchase an official basketball singlet from the College Uniform Shop before the first round of ISA games on 17 October. Players who do not already own basketball shorts will also need to purchase these.

Please note: Football shorts are not acceptable as basketball shorts.

1st V and 2nd V Basketball Teams

• Long pants and blazer must be worn when arriving at matches and during morning and afternoon teas.

Spectator Expectations

Students attending St Pius X fixtures as spectators must be dressed in either:

• SPX sports uniform, or
• Full summer school uniform.

Mufti clothing is not permitted under any circumstances.

College Uniform Standards

All students, whether competing or attending as spectators, must arrive at fixtures and training sessions in approved College-branded uniform. Students should be dressed as they would be on a normal school day, including appropriate footwear.

The following footwear is not permitted:

• Crocs

• Slides

• Birkenstocks

The new College royal blue polo, PE shorts and training shoes provide an excellent option for training and travel.

Training Expectations

Summer sport training has commenced. Attendance at training is a compulsory part of every student's sporting commitment, and coaches will be monitoring attendance.

Please encourage your son to make the most of the training opportunities available to ensure both his individual development and the success of his team.

Students must attend training in full St Pius X branded clothing. Mufti is not permitted. This requirement applies to:

• Training sessions
• Travel to and from training (including training at the SPX Sarto Gym)

Sportsmanship and Conduct

The College fully supports and adheres to the ISA and IPSHA Codes of Conduct. These standards apply to players, spectators and coaches alike. The documents are found below and we ask all families to familiarise themselves with these expectations and support the positive culture of College sport.

We also include the risk warning for sporting activities below and ask that you take the time to familiarise yourselves with this document.

I am pleased to announce the list of cocurricular coaches and convenors for the summer sport season below.

We wish all students the very best for the upcoming summer sport season.  Thank you for your support as we work together to uphold and enhance the reputation of St Pius X College through exemplary participation, sportsmanship and conduct.

Mr Matt Stearn - Assistant Principal, Cocurricular

Coaches and Convenors

Athletics

CIS Athletics

Congratulations to the following St Pius X College athletes who were selected in the CIS Athletics Merit Team following their outstanding performances at the CIS Athletics Championships:

• Oliver Ward

• James Mikan

• Tadhg Crowley

• Liam Zoncape

• Hunter Austin

• Finn Sutherland

• Joshua Calacouras

• Maximilian Allende

This is a significant achievement and recognises the outstanding performances of these athletes at the CIS level, where they finished in the Top 3 in their respective events.

NSW All Schools

Athletes who wish to continue their athletics journey often register to compete at NSW All Schools Championship. This year, this event was held at Sydney Olympic Park Athletics Centre (SOPAC) between Saturday 26 to Tuesday 29 September.

A special mention goes to James Mikan, who competed in Long Jump, Triple Jump and 200m Hurdles. He achieved the Gold in Long Jump (6.76m) and Triple Jump (13.64m), and Silver in the 200m Hurdles (25.75 sec). He has now qualified to compete at the Australian All Schools Championships in all 3 events in Perth from Friday 4 December to Sunday 6 December. We wish him all the best!

Ms Leanne Lee – Athletics Convenor 

Basketball

Summer Basketball Season Update

All teams are now visible in Clipboard, and training has commenced.

A reminder that training and game attendance are compulsory commitments as part of your son's registration. Consistent attendance is vital for team preparation, player development and enjoyment.

It has been pleasing to see strong numbers across most teams this week. However, several teams had only 3-4 players attend training. Low attendance impacts the quality of sessions and makes it difficult for coaches to prepare teams for the season ahead.

Please continue to check Clipboard for team updates, training information and fixtures.

Please note: there is limited seating for Court 1 in the CBC due to ongoing works.  We look forward to a great summer basketball season.

ISA Fixtures

Fixtures are now available in Clipboard. Please note that games may initially appear as 'Unconfirmed' and display a placeholder time (such as 2:35 am) or temporary venue.

Once details are confirmed by our opposition schools, fixtures will be updated in Clipboard and marked 'Confirmed'. This confirmation can occur as late as Thursday each week.

Families should check Clipboard regularly for updates and ensure students are available for all home and away fixtures throughout the season.

First V Sydney School Shootout

Congratulations to our First V Basketball team, who finished Runners-Up in Division 2 at the Sydney Schools Shootout over the holidays.

The team enjoyed a strong tournament, recording impressive wins throughout the pool rounds before facing Joeys in a thrilling semi-final. After digging deep and showing tremendous resilience, the students secured victory in double overtime to earn their place in the Grand Final.

In the final, they came up against a strong St Augustine's outfit who established an early lead, forcing SPX to chase the game for much of the contest. Despite some excellent defensive efforts and sharp shooting, the team fell just five points short.

We are incredibly proud of the players for the way they represented the program throughout the tournament. Their effort, sportsmanship and commitment were outstanding and provide a great foundation heading into the summer season.

Basketball Holiday Camp

The recent school holidays saw over 90 Senior School students participate across basketball development camps, led by James Asensi and the AET Basketball coaching team alongside First V Coach Jack Garrett.

The camps provided an excellent opportunity for players to continue their development during the break, with sessions focused on skill development, decision-making, game concepts and competitive play.

A highlight was the invitation-only Elite Camp for Years 9 and 10 players, which challenged students through high-level drills, advanced concepts and game-based learning in preparation for the upcoming ISA season.

Thank you to all players and coaches who attended and contributed to the camps' success. The energy, effort and commitment shown throughout the week have provided a strong foundation as we head into the summer basketball season.

Basketball Uniform

All players must be correctly dressed to take the court. Students will not be permitted to play or participate in warm-ups without the correct SPX Basketball uniform.

Required items:

• SPX Basketball Shorts

• SPX Playing Singlet

Both items can be purchased from the College Uniform Shop.

Players selected in development teams will be provided with a coloured team singlet for the season. All players, including development teams, are required to have their SPX Basketball shorts.

All students, whether competing or attending as spectators, must arrive at fixtures and training sessions in approved College-branded uniform, including appropriate footwear.

The following footwear is not permitted:

• Crocs
• Slides
• Birkenstocks

Bathurst Trip This Weekend

Thank you to all the players and families travelling to Bathurst this weekend for Round 1 of the ISA Basketball season.

Students travelling on the team bus are reminded that the bus will depart from Anderson Street at 6:00 am sharp. We ask all players to arrive early to ensure a smooth departure.

A special thank you to Mr Gibson and all of our coaches for their support and commitment in making this trip possible for our students.

There are still a small number of seats available on the bus. Families wishing to book a seat can do so via Activity Selection in Clipboard.

2026 - 2027 ISA BASKETBALL CALENDAR

Basketball Training Shirt

Shirts have been distributed. If your son has not yet received his shirt, please see me at Oxford Falls or around school.

Training shirts may only be worn:

• During SPX Basketball training and games. This included PE at Oxford Falls

• During warm-ups

• At approved basketball camps and clinics

• During Sarto Gym sessions

Training shirts cannot be worn:

• To and from school or when travelling to Oxford Falls

• As part of the daily school uniform

• During PE lessons at Chatswood

Thank you again to the Basketball Supporters Club for their ongoing support of the SPX Basketball program.

Mr  James Bourke - Basketball Convenor

Basketball Supporters Club

Welcome to Term 4.  To kick off the Basketball season the St Pius X College Basketball Committee will be holding a fundraising BBQ and bake sale this coming Saturday, 17 October at Oxford Falls to support our basketball program, and we would greatly appreciate the support of our school community.

We are seeking donations of baked goods such as cakes, slices, biscuits and other treats for the bake sale. Donations can be dropped off at Oxford Falls in the morning on the day of the BBQ. If you are able to donate baked goods but are unable to drop them off that morning, please email us to arrange an alternative at bbstpiusx@gmail.com.

Please ensure that all baked goods are nut-free and, where possible, include a list of ingredients with your donation.

We also welcome parent volunteers to help out on the day. Please click on the below to sign up for a volunteer shift.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1M71xSQvJR7M9Nk_Nxts2he7CQoFyK_uJaLV8OjGDVNw/edit?usp=sharing

We are also running a raffle with some amazing prizes: 

1. BASKETBALL LEGENDS & FAMILY FUN HAMPER

A fantastic prize for basketball fans and families! Featuring framed, signed Shaquille O’Neal memorabilia, a family pass to a Sydney Kings game, a brand-new basketball and the LEGO® Nike Dunk Trickshot set.

The ultimate combination of basketball legends, live action and family fun!

ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $450

2. FITNESS BOOST HAMPER

A fantastic prize for fitness lovers and athletes! Featuring a 3-month Fitness First Platinum membership (Chatswood), Dukes sports hydration, athlete physio spray, recovery wrap and wellness essentials to help you train, recover and perform at your best.

ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $350

3. RECOVERY & GROOMING HAMPER

A great mix of grooming, recovery and wellness essentials, featuring a Tooletries grooming set, Epzen bath salts, Musashi creatine, muscle and joint support, magnesium, hydration essentials and an Escape Bathhouse voucher.

The perfect package for recovery, relaxation and self-care!

ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $250

4. SNEAKER HEADS DREAM PACK

A fantastic prize for sneaker lovers and sports fans! Featuring the exclusive Nike Dunk x LEGO® set, kids magnesium supplements, Hydralyte, a drink bottle and sweat towel.

The perfect mix of sneaker style, fun and sporting essentials!

ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $175

5. SPOILT SPORTS PACKS – 6 TO WIN!

Treat yourself or your favourite child with a $25 Rebel voucher, Hydralyte electrolytes, a sweat towel and recovery wrap.

ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $60 EACH 

https://www.trybooking.com/DQTMQ

Thank you for your support. We look forward to an exciting season ahead and continuing to build a strong and connected SPX Basketball community.

Miled Sawakid - President, SPX Basketball

Cricket

Congratulations to Zachary Rapa on his appointment as the College’s 90th 1st XI Cricket Captain, Darcy Horstead appointed as 1st XI Cricket Vice-Captain, and all players selected in the 1st and 2nd XI Cricket teams.

The 1st XI was presented caps and 1st XI player numbers at Assembly on Wednesday this week.

Saturday 17 October 2026 – ISA Cricket – Round 1

1st XI v St Stanislaus’ College @ Oxford Falls #1

2nd XI v St Stanislaus’ College @ St Stanislaus’ College, Bathurst 

Holiday Matches

1st XI – 0 wickets for 86 runs (Archie Wragge 53*, Eddie Stearn 29*) defeated St Aloysius' College – 11 wickets for 83 (Henry May 5/9, Alex Burke 2/7, Will Asensio 2/14, Ollie Pavely 2/19) 

1st XI – 6 wickets for 272 (Zachary Rapa 110*, Archie Wragge 71, Kamran Nadeem 24, Darcy Horstead 22) defeated St Joseph’s College – 10 wickets for 178 * (Jared Fernandes 4/37, Ollie Pavely 2/29)

Combined 1st/2nd XI – 10 wickets for 115 (Henry Gardney 26, Jared Fernandes 23) defeated by Shore – 5 wickets for 117 (Max Barnett 1/14, Alex Burke 1/19)

ISA U17 XI Representation

Congratulations to Darcy Horstead (Captain), Max Barnett, Eddie Stearn and Archie Wragge who represented the ISA U17s against CAS and GPS over the holiday period. Congratulations to Darcy Horstead on his 85 against GPS. 

Upcoming matches (as per PlayHQ)

Saturday 24 October 2026 – ISA Cricket – Round 2

1st XI v Oakhill College @ Oakhill College, Castle Hill

2nd XI v Chevalier College @ Oxford Falls #1

Saturday 31 October 2026 – ISA Cricket – Round 3

1st XI v St Patrick’s College @ Oxford Falls #1

2nd XI v St Patrick’s College @ St Patrick’s College, Strathfield

Mr David Reay - ISA Cricket Convenor

Football - AGM

AGM 

Please join us for the Football Annual General Meeting - 5:30 pm Wednesday 21 October. It will be great to see you there - as we look to set up a successful season 2027 and beyond.

It will be held at SPX in the RE1 classroom next to the Administration block.  Parking is available in the school grounds. 

It is a great chance to hear what the school has planned for football, to express your views and to potentially get involved as a volunteer or join the Football Supporters Club Committee.

For those that can't attend in person, here is a Teams link for you to join us - SPX Football AGM | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

The meeting is completed within an hour and we look forward to seeing you there.

Mr Matt Zanello - SPX Football Supporters' Club President

Squash

Summer Squash Registrations 

Registrations are now open for Squash. 

Please sign up to secure your spot in the summer squash program.

Registrations close Wednesday 21 October 

Key Dates for the 2026/27 season

 Term 4 2026

• Training commences Thursday 22 October 2026
• Competition starts: Saturday 31 October 2026
• Finals: Saturday 5 December 2026

Term 1 2027

• Training commences Thursday 11 February 2027
• Competition starts: Saturday 13 February 2027
• Finals: Saturday 20 March 2027

Training Information 

Training will be held on Thursday afternoons at Macquarie University Squash Centre with our coach Jacob putting the team through skill developments.  Training runs from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Students will meet at the verandah at 3:05 pm to walk with Mr Formosa to the Interchange to travel to training. Students will need a Opal card to catch the Metro from Chatswood to Macquarie University Station where we will walk to the squash centre.  After training, we will return to Chatswood on the Metro arriving at Chatswood at approximately 5:30 pm.  If students wish to leave from the squash venue straight after training, please email Mr Formosa to advise, at pformosa@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au. 

Looking forward to a great summer season ahead for the St Pius X Squash Team.

Mr Stuart Spedding - Squash Convenor

Swimming

Training has commenced and will continue every Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:00 am - 8:00 am at Fitness First Chatswood. All swimmers are welcome. Students must wear a cap during training.

Details of the squads first carnival for the season will be posted as soon as they come in. The St Patrick's Invitational is always a great opener for the season. Stay tuned for details. 

Ms Leisa Proc - Swimming Convenor

Touch Football

It has been fantastic to welcome players back to training this week, with strong attendance and enthusiasm evident across all age groups. The positive start has provided teams with an excellent opportunity to reconnect, refine their skills, build combinations, and continue developing team cohesion ahead of Round 1.

Fixtures and game schedules will be released this week. Players and families are encouraged to regularly check Clipboard, which remains the primary platform for all touch football communication. Training updates, team announcements, match information, and important season notices will continue to be shared via Clipboard, so please ensure notifications are enabled and checked regularly.

To support the smooth running of the program, all player absences must be logged through Clipboard. Attendance at training is an important part of our team culture, and players will be held accountable for any missed training sessions unless an absence has been communicated appropriately.

Touch Football Dates for the Diary:

• 24 October -   Round 1 ISA 
• 25 November – Last training for the year
• 28 November - Last game for 2026 (Round 6) 

Mr Justin Gates - Touch Football Convenor