Sport

Mr Jason Lappin, Head of Sport

ACC Soccer

Round 3

SPC First XI Soccer had their first loss of the season in Round 3 at home against Emmanuel College in the ACC competition.

An early flurry of goals proved to be insurmountable for our boys, as Emmanuel scored three goals within the first 15 minutes of the games. The boys took a while to get going, and responded well after the initial period, with Leonard Goodison scoring a goal to make the score 3-1 at half time.

Emmanuel slowed the game down significantly in the second half, looking to choke out any momentum our boys were building. While this frustrated many of our boys, some standout performances from SPC included Manny Hontzogloy, Rex Van Berkel and Luke Severino, who pushed to the end in an attempt to get something from the game in front of a boisterous home crowd. Another goal from St Pat’s was answered with a further two from Emmanuel, closing the game out at a disappointing 5-2 loss.

Round 4

Round 4 saw the SPC Soccer First XI return to their winning ways, with an emphatic away win against Simonds College.

The boys were on form right from the start, with a flurry of chances within the first five minutes. Simonds played a deep defensive line, which allowed St Pat's to commit numbers forward, resulting in wave after wave of attack. The first half ended with a comfortable scoreline of 5-0.

Rumours of a verbal agreement at half-time between coaching staff and players led some players to understand that if the final scoreline was at least 16-0, and new recruit Lachie Hastings also managed to score, the team bus would stop at Maccas on the drive home. This led to even more relentless attacking play in the second half. With the score at 15-0, a corner at the last minute, and several previously missed attempts by Hastings, the new recruit managed to get a toe onto the ball and seal the final goal of the game as the ref blew the whistle. Final score, 16-0.

Controversially, the coaching staff didn’t allow for any food stops on the return trip to school!

ACC 1st XVIII Football

Round 3: SPC 10 – 15 – 75 def St Bernard's College 9 – 9 – 63

Goal Kickers: Jack Ough 3, Lachie Martin 1, Tashaun Wright 1, Lincoln Koliba 1, Sam Janetzki 1, Strahan Robinson 1, Archie Eichler 1, Tom Conlan 1

Best Players: Jack Ough, Ned Renfree, Archie Caldow, Harvey Lewis, Lincoln Koliba, Nedd Bennett and Tashaun Wright.

Redemption at home against St Bernard's

In Round 3, St Patrick's College bounced back after a rough defeat against Parade College. We played extremely well to come away with a 12 point win.

In a thrilling showdown that kept all of the boys watching at lunchtime on edge, St Patrick's College emerged victorious over St Bernard's College with a close score of 75 to 63. The match, held at St Patrick's College, showcased intense competitiveness from both teams who were one win and one loss prior to the match.

The game kicked off under clear skies with the Paddys on fire from the first centre bounce with Jack Ough winning the first centre clearance that finished with Lachie Martin snapping a goal. The very next centre bounce Lachie Martin kicked the ball forward to a contest and Tashaun Wright raced onto the loose ball and kicked truly – you couldn’t have scripted a better start from the boys. The clearance work from Jack Ough, Archie Caldow, Ned Renfree Lachie Martin and Linc Koliba was elite. To their credit St Bernard's fought back, with a couple of goals of their own, but the quarter was largely owned by the home team with the quarter time score of 4.4.28 to 2.5.17.

The second quarter was a genuine contest with both teams kicking three goals each. Jack Ough was everywhere and finished as the most dominant player on the ground with 27 possessions and three goals. St Pat's went to the half time break with the scores at 7.7.49 to St Bernard's 5.6.36

After the break, the game became much more of a defensive struggle with both teams only managing a goal for the third term. Will Stevens and Jackson Penny were both resolute in defence, not giving their opponents any space at all. The midfield crew of Archie Caldow, Ned Renfree, Jack Ough, Sam Janetzki and Lachie Pritchard were getting the ball forward, we just couldn’t capitalise. The three-quarter time score was 8.12.60 to 6.7.43.

The final quarter started with St Bernard's throwing everything at the Paddy’s strong defensive system. Despite the terrific efforts of Nedd Bennett (who was sensational down back), they kicked three goals in succession and suddenly they had a one point lead. SPC was under fire and we needed a response. Up stepped Jack Ough with an invaluable 10 disposals, and a goal to put St Patrick's back in front. Jack’s kick was out of this world, he kicked a drop punt straight through from the tightest of angles in front of the pavilion. Tom Conlan (who was solid all game on a wing), then snapped truly from a loose ball kicked inside 50 by Harvey Lewis who had an excellent game as a small forward.

St Patrick's College will take this victory as a momentum builder as we prepare for our next challenge against Whitefriars at St Patrick's College. This victory not only boosts the teams morale but also positions us favourably on the ladder. We can look forward to more exciting performances from this talented team.

Jason Lappin, SPC ACC 1st XVIII Coach

Round 2: Parade College 13 – 12 – 90 def SPC 8 – 6 – 54

Goal Kickers: Harry Charleson 2, Sam McDonald 2, Lachie Martin, Tashaun Wright, Cooper Glenwright

Best Players: Mitch Lloyd, Ollie Hannaford, Harry Charleson, Ned Renfree, Archie Caldow, Fraser Molan

A Tough Day for the Paddy Boys

In a challenging contest at Parade College, the St Patrick's 1st XVIII lost for the first time this season. The game was played in perfect conditions with a big crowd attending during the school’s lunchtime break.

The match began with high intensity, with both teams vying aggressively for early control. SPC was able to score first thanks to a slick rebound 50 followed by a couple of super forward 50 pressure acts by Lachie Pritchard and Harvey Lewis. The spilled ball was scooped up by Sam McDonald who snapped truly. Sam was one of our better forwards for the day and finished with two majors. Parade had the majority of play for the next five minutes and kicked one goal and two behinds in that time. Our next score came from an intercept from Connor Weidemann who found Harry Charleson (who was one of our better players on the day). We didn’t score for the remainder of the term and Parade kicked two more goals and three points to finish the quarter on 3.5.23 to Paddy’s 2.0.12. Mitch Lloyd was a wall matched up against their highly rated tall forward Tom Sims, and finished the game with 27 possessions to be the leading player on the ground.

The second quarter started okay with us kicking the first goal to reduce the margin to single figures, but the powerful Parade midfield bounced back to kick another three goals going into the half-time break. Archie Caldow was providing some run and dash and Ollie Hannaford’s pressure and tackling was elite. Ned Renfree was busy at stoppages, and when moved forward he took a screamer that finished in a goal to Tashaun Wright. Half time score was Parade 45 to SPC 26.

The third quarter was an arm wrestle for the first five minutes as neither team wanted to give an inch. Parade were first to kick a goal and were very much playing the game in their half of the ground. We struggled to get the ball forward against their proactive defence and excellent pressure method. We finally broke through after a superb tackle from Ollie Hannaford led to Fraser Molan (who was one of our better players) finding some space on the wing. The ball found Sam McDonald on top of the 50, who then found Harry Charleson in space. Harry kicked his second goal of the game, and we were still somewhat in the contest. However, Parade again responded and put another two goals on the board. At three quarter time Parade College had a 36-point lead and they were winning in all areas of the ground.

The last quarter was much better from the Paddy boys as we fought it out to the very end. Scores were even for the quarter with the end margin being 36 points. Although we lowered our colours to the highly rated Parade team, we left the day feeling positive about our chances should we get the opportunity to play them again in the finals.

Jason Lappin, SPC ACC 1st XVIII Coach

BAS 1st XVIII Football

Ballarat Grammar School 20 – 16 - 136 def SPC 3 – 8 – 26

Goal Kickers: Baxter Horsburgh, James Parkinson, Charlie Elliott

Best Players: Luke Connolly, Baxter Horsburgh, N. Salter, Jack Donohoe, Paddy Mihaljevic, Noah Svanosio

On Wednesday, 14 May the BAS First XVIII made the journey around Lake Wendouree to Ballarat Grammar School. The fixture had been moved back to the later time of 4:15pm to accommodate a Maths SAC at the Grammar School, with the match being played under lights. Conditions were perfect, with clear skies and no breeze.

The first quarter saw Grammar post two quick goals in the opening minutes with the SPC boys making numerous forward fifty entries following that, however the Grammar team were able to rebound out of their defence to end the quarter with 13 scoring attempts resulting in five goals.

After a quiet start, first game player Luke Connolly began to assert himself in the ruck matching his much taller opponent at centre bounces and stoppages. Luke was able to cover a lot of the ground and his game sense saw him well positioned when the ball turned over.

The second half saw an improved effort as the SPC team were able to finally hit the scoreboard with a goal at the 12th minute of the third quarter through Baxter Horsburgh with Charlie Elliott posting another major soon after.

The Ballarat Grammar School were too strong overall on the night running out 110-point winners over the St Patrick's College team. There is much work to be done in coming weeks to improve team performance, the SPC team will play Ballarat College on the SPC Main Oval on Wednesday 5 June.

John Richards, SPC BAS 1st XVIII Coach

Junior Football

SPC Junior White 8 – 3 – 51 defeated Ballarat Grammar 0 – 3 – 3

Goal Kickers: Joel Card 2, Archie Bolt 1, Charlie Molly 1, Abe Sosinski, Jack Stringer 1, Jackson Kane , Joe Knoble

Best Players: Joel Card, Jack Stringer, Joe Knoble, Nic Ward, Ryan Cook, Abe Sosinski

St Patrick's College Junior White defeated Ballarat Grammar by 48 points on Wednesday, 8 May. Played in perfect conditions on the College’s Hill Oval, SPC White played a very attractive brand of selfless football, often providing their teammate with opportunities on goal because of their team-first attitude.

SPC White under the direction of Nathan Ward in the ruck, held sway in the middle of the ground, combining extremely well with his midfield group, led by Jack Stringer, Abe Sosinski and Ryan Cook, who provided their forwards with excellent supply.

Defensively, Joel Card and Joe Knobel combined extremely well aerially, and provided their smaller running brigade of Jackson Kane and Levi Gunsser with first use of the ball.

I was extremely encouraged by SPC White’s ability to switch the ball with purpose, both defensively and across the middle section of the ground, whilst I was also encouraged by their ability to try and change the various avenues to goal by kicking the ball on 45-degree angles. By adopting this method of play, it makes the team less predictable to the opposition.

I was so pleased with the team-first attitude from each player who represented the College. The entire squad of 21 was rotated not only across the ground, but on the sidelines with each player spending time on the interchange bench. Each player did this willingly, reflecting the positive culture that obviously exists within the group.

Congratulations guys on a very comprehensive, even performance, where each player played their part when called upon. It is extremely encouraging to see the versatility of the group as at this age group. I would strongly encourage that each player play a variety of positions throughout the year, as they learn the fundamentals of the game.

Thank you to Max Bunworth who was the central umpire for the match. His understanding of the game, his relationship with the players from both playing squads and his ability to make the right call ensured for a highly entertaining game that was enjoyed by all.

Howard Clark (deputising for Tom Nash), SPC Junior White Coach

SPC Junior White 6 – 9 – 35 def Ballarat High School 5 – 3 – 33

SPC White Goal Kickers: Ryan Cook, Griff Edwards, Joe Knobel, Kai Luak, Will Taylor

SPC White Best Players: Joe Knobel, Ryan Cook, Griff Edwards, Roy Martin, Charlie Molloy, Lachie Barr, Jack Gerdtz

The St Patrick’s College White Junior Football side played their first “away” game of the BAS season against Ballarat High School on what was a beautiful afternoon for football. The team was missing some of its usual Year 8 faces due to interleague commitments, however the depth of SPC White shone through and other players stood up and played their role.

Before the game, we knew that we’d be in for a good contest – BHS had some big bodies and quick ball movement – and this was evident early on when they kicked the first couple of goals for the game. It didn’t take too much longer for the SPC boys to settle down. We started controlling the play more and got the game on our terms. The game was an absolute spectacle and a pure, good old-fashioned game of schoolboy footy. The victory was the result of a great team effort – everyone played their roles beautifully.

I don’t like to make individual mentions, but I would like to recognise the game of Joe Knobel. Joe played in the ruck for the entire game and was clearly, without a doubt, the most dominant player on the ground. Also worth noting the efforts of Griff Edwards who committed to playing for SPC White before then heading off to his interleague commitments. Well done, boys. Regardless of the result, it was a pleasure to be involved in a great contest and to watch you all become better teammates each week.

Tom Nash, SPC White Junior Coach

SPC Gold : 5 – 7 – 37 def BHS 4 – 5 - 29

Goal Kickers : Frank Hill 2, Oscar Romeril 1, Henry Hopkinson 1, Ben Buckland 1

Best Players : WHOLE TEAM

On Wednesday night the boys play their third game of the Year 7/8 Football Program. It was SPC Gold matched up against Ballarat High School. It was another solid team performance from the boys where we were able to gradually draw away from a very

young but very competitive Ballarat High team. It was a tough hit-out for the boys where we learned some valuable lessons especially about the fact that we must work both ways and even when we don’t have the football we can still have an influence on the outcome through our voice and pressure.

There were some excellent passages of play by the boys where we were able to keep up the pressure throughout each term thanks to the great ball movement initiated by the engine room of Jed Gurnett, Archie Wilkie, Ben Buckland, Jack Ward, Henry Hopkinson and our captain Nash Stowe. Special mention to our little whippet up forward in Frank Hill who showed great evasive skills to snag a couple of great goals! Congratulations to all the boys who played the game in a great spirit and were very considerate and aware of the fact that they were playing a team that were in some cases 12 months younger than them!

Mark Stahl, SPC Junior Gold Coach

SPC Gold : 14 – 6 – 90 def Ballarat Grammar 3 – 8 - 26

Goal Kickers : Frank Hill 4, Oscar Romeril 4, River Sisic 2, Jordan Korosec 1, Brodie Watkins 1, Ollie Burt 1, Harrison Lis 1

Best Players : WHOLE TEAM which I love!!!

St Patrick’s College Gold played Ballarat Grammar in ideal conditions last Wednesday night, in their fourth game of the Year 7/8 BAS Football Program.

It was another solid team performance from the boys where we were able to gradually draw away from a very determined Grammar outfit especially after a very tight first quarter.

It was a tough hit out for the boys were we learned some valuable lessons especially about the fact that when it’s your turn to go, you must put your head over the football and if you don’t get the football the first time produce those second, third and fourth efforts like Will Richardson and Harrison Lis did so well at different stages of the game.

The clean hands showed by the boys as the game progressed such as Jack Rudlin, Jordan Korosec, River Sisic, Zac Galvin and Oscar Britt were great to watch and helped the smooth transition from defence to attack. Certainly, the boys learnt from last week and showed a real willingness to improve and challenge themselves which is what it is all about.

Congratulations to all the boys who played the game in a great spirit and were very hard but fair at the contest!

Mark Stahl, SPC Junior Gold Coach

SPC Junior White 4 – 2 – 26 def SPC Junior Blue 3 – 6 – 23

SPC White Goal Kickers: Ryan Cook 2, Griff Edwards, Freddie Rex

SPC White Best Players: Griff Edwards, Jack Stringer, Cam Gollan, Abe Sosinski, Joe Knobel, Jack Gent

SPC Blue Goal Kickers: Riley Jew , Henry Watson, Johnny Reus

SPC Blue Best Players: Johnny Reus, Logan Vawdrey, Lenny Driscoll, Ethan Biggen, Hamish Mulcahy

Round 2 of the Ballarat Associated Schools (BAS) Junior Football competition saw SPC White play SPC Blue on the Main Oval at St Patrick’s. This was a good old fashioned, pure contest that truly could have gone either way – there was little to separate the teams the entire match.

All players are to be commended on the passion and pride that was highlighted throughout the game – this was evident in the final five minutes where SPC White, who were defending against a strong breeze, were being urged on by their fellow teammates from the interchange. SPC Blue were incredibly gritty – and always answered back to any SPC White advances.

There isn’t much else to say about this match. It was an amazing demonstration of Junior Schoolboy footy and both sides can look forward to some exciting games throughout the term. Big thanks must go to Mr Morris and Charlie Molloy (Year 7) for officiating the match and to all the students who weren’t playing but came along to support. The Junior Football program at SPC is in a very exciting space at the present moment.

Mr Josh Morris, SPC Blue Coach and Mr Tom Nash, SPC White Coach

Intermediate Football

SPC Intermediate Gold: 16 – 9 – 105 def SPC Intermediate Green: 11 – 14 - 80

Goal Kickers: Tate Koleski 4, Noah Lavery 3, Jaksen Freeman, James Lewis, Max Kinniburgh-2, Liam McCormack, Marc Tedcastle, Miller Vaughn- 1

Best Players: Jaksen Freeman, Tate Koleski, James Lewis, Noah Lavery, Miller Vaughn, Hudson Hobbs, Max Kinniburgh, Lachie Torpey, Fred Foley

The first of the ‘SPC derbies’ was undertaken this week on a windy Hill Oval. The 7 May game showcased just why St Pat's has the football reputation it has, with talent and up-and-comers out in full display for the inaugural Intermediate College vs College clash for the 2024 season.

In a tough-fought match, and with a few late outs due to injury and call ups, SPC gold played once again with their hard noses, consistent brand of footy. Welcoming James Lewis back into the side after a hiatus last week, the team was better for having him. It was from the first bounce that James made an impact, taking full advantage of every ruck contest he had, and securing all incoming balls to slot two majors in the first half.

As the second half began, Lewis made the swingman switch to full back and displayed just how clean he is with his hands, making sure next to nothing got past our defensive line. Jaksen Freeman yet again proved invaluable to the side, running hard and making every single one of his disposals count and be efficient. A fairly even game once the second term began, Noah Lavery went to full forward and proved his prowess as a daunting key forward, ensuring any ball that came down his way led to a sure goal.

Tate Koleski continued on with his form after a brilliant effort last week and showcased through the game his skill as a handy goal sneak. Battling hard through the middle during the second and into the third quarter once we started kicking with then against the wind, we showed just how dominant a side Gold can be. Having runs from our wingers Max Kinniburgh, Lachie Torpey and Fred Foley meant we were able to slowly put the game out of reach during the third. Miller Vaughn was once again one of, if not the most underrated player on the field, alongside Payson Dean. Both men came in, did the job well and went out without any troubles- absolutely spectacular footy to watch. During this third term we were also lucky that Boothy and Spratto’s team unfortunately couldn’t take advantage of some gaps in defence and awesome runs as the scoreboard began to fill with minors and Gold escaped by the skin of their teeth.

The last quarter would begin and this would not be the end of what was an exhilarating brand of footy in front of us, as now with strong players like Hudson Hobbs and Joe Ragusa out injured and leaving us with a limited bench, the opposition began to mount a comeback, becoming unlucky and only just coming short in the end. A great game by both teams and an effort that SPC should be very excited and very proud of.

Mr Rhys Grace & Mr Cameron Veal, SPC Gold Intermediate Coaches

SPC Gold 16 – 9 – 105 def SPC Green: 11 – 14 - 80

Best Players Green: Lachlan Petrie, Roger Baxter, Jack Manley, Will Palmer, Riley Seden Kurnoth, Ethan Walters.

Perfect footy conditions greeted our SPC Green boys as we came back home this week to play our mates in SPC Gold on Hill Oval. Looking to put our poor week against Damascus behind us, our boys had a lot of energy and were eager to start well.

A solid start from both teams in the first quarter ensured we went into the first break relatively even. The pressure was hot early with some bragging rights on the line between the SPC boys. Roger Baxter was a shining light in the first quarter creating excitement from the sidelines.

The second quarter, SPC Gold put the footy down and started taking control of the game, kicking five goals to our one, opening up a five-goal margin at the main break and if it wasn’t for a Lachie Cowell one-on-one win, it would have been six.

Our third quarter was a story of inaccuracy. Our boys dominated territory and scoring shots yet were wasteful in front of goals. Kicking 1.8 in the third quarter our boys found it hard to get some momentum and mount a comeback. Lachie Petrie was a star in the midfield for us, winning the hard balls and bringing the pressure when we didn’t have possession. Riley Seden Kurnoth gliding across the oval was a sight to watch as he kept sending it inside 50.

Eager to make up for our poor third quarter in front of the big sticks, SPC Green came out hot in the last term and started to get back into the game. Lead by Will Palmer's leadership, he got the boys talking and communicating to each other more. Getting on a hot streak, our boys keep kicking unanswered goals, including a Maxy Aylward snap and even getting the game back to a two goal margin. SPC Gold kicked a couple of goals late to push the margin out to roughly four goals as our boys run came to an end. Plenty of momentum to take into next week against Grammar as we look to get our second win of the season.

Matt Spratling and Rylie Booth, SPC Green Coaches

Ballarat Grammar 6 – 4 – 40 def SPC Green 2 – 12 – 24

Goal Kickers: Jed Fenwick 1, Riley Simpson 1

Best Players: Kai Watkins, Lachlan Lloyd, James Pace, Ethan Walters, Juraiya Calma Long, Jed Fenwick

With solid numbers on our team this week, we ventured to Ballarat Grammar for our Week 4 clash. The boys were excited to play on the Main Oval, with its fancy scoreboard and given how well the ground looked. Like last week against SPC Gold, our SPC Green boys just couldn’t turn our dominance and scoring shots into any scoreboard pressure. Juraiya Calma Long and Kai Watkins came back to join us this week and were valuable additions into our midfield. Riley Pritchard also joined us this week and did numerous one percenters to ensure Grammar didn’t get too many opportunities. A late 50m penalty hurt us as Grammar went into the first change three goals up.

The second quarter was much of the same as Grammar used the amount of space on this big oval to transition the ball easily inside 50. Our defence of Lachy Lloyd, Ethan Walters and James Pace were really solid down back and toiled hard all night. James won numerous one on one battles to limit the damage. Unfortunately, SPC Green went goalless again but a lot of behinds.

Second half, we worked our way into the game more, creating more opportunities but yet again, our boys just couldn’t find the big sticks. Roger Baxter was excellent on the wing to get the ball moving and almost kicked a great solo yet, but it cannoned into the behind post. Three quarter time huddle involved a lot of boys speaking up as to what was going wrong with Kai Watkins and Will Palmer showing excellent leadership as we started to mount a comeback. We kicked our only two goals in the last through Jed Fenwick and Riley Simpson. Jacob Young provided a great contest inside 50 and Juraiya Calma Long was superb in the last quarter as his dash and explosiveness gave us first use.

Unfortunately though, similar to last week, our boys' start cost us in the end. Playing on a big ground was a great learning curve for our boys when it came to holding our positions and creating space. A really solid last quarter wasn’t enough, as Grammar ran out three goal winners. We can’t wait to get back to SPC and face SPC Blue for more bragging rights next week.

Matt Spratling and Rylie Booth, SPC Green Coaches

Senior Football (Year 10)

SPC White 7 – 5 – 47 def Ballarat Grammar 5 – 9 – 37

Goal Kickers: Toby Dixon 2, Ollie Potter 2, Zavier Thomas 1 Cooper Bessler 1, Ned Charleson 1

Best Players: Ollie Potter, Cole Hutchinson, Kai Watkins, Ned Charleson, Lachie Squire, Charlie Barrance and Logan Gardiner

Round 3 witnessed an intense clash as the SPC White boys ventured to Ballarat Grammar for a thrilling encounter. Despite facing a depleted initial lineup due to last-minute absences, the team rallied with limited bench rotations. In the opening quarter, solid forward ball movement aimed to expand the play, yet defensive lapses resulted in Grammar dominating inside 50s. Notably, Charlie Barrance displayed commendable leadership in defence, supported by Cole Hutchinson's decisive goal-saving tackle. Despite defensive challenges, the team's precision with the ball allowed Zavier Thomas and Cooper Bessler to make significant contributions on the scoreboard.

Following a quarter-time regroup, the boys responded admirably in the second quarter. Increased pressure and work rate elevated their game, with Cole Hutchinson showcasing composure under pressure, ably assisted by Logan Gardiner's aerial contests. Maintaining their lead, Ned Charleson and Ollie Potter capitalised on scoring opportunities. The third quarter witnessed continued fluid ball movement, with Ollie Potter and Lachie Squire impressing with their speed and width on the wings. Despite both teams' resilient defensive efforts, scoring chances were limited, with Toby Dixon's sole goal standing out.

The final quarter evolved into a gritty battle, with both defences standing firm. Kai Watkins and Ned Charleson demonstrated unwavering determination in midfield. Although Grammar initiated scoring, narrowing the gap to three points, decisive goals from Toby Dixon and Ollie Potter secured the win. A resilient team effort showcased every player fulfilling their role effectively. With momentum building, attention now turns to the highly anticipated SPC 2nds clash against Mr. Miller's SPC Blue boys.

Carly Twaits & Sam Cue, SPC White (Year 10) 2nd XVIII Coaches

Communication

The best form of communication we have with parent/guardians is via the Parent Access Module (PAM). Students require permission to participate in all sport. Parent/guardians will receive the information through a PAM activity permission. Please ensure that you read the information prior to giving permission and that you also talk to students about the information.

The daily messages are one of the best ways we can distribute information to students about sports that are on offer and where sign up meetings will be held. Students should check the daily messages regularly.

Once students have signed up for a sport, we will be adding them into a MS Teams group where they can communicate directly with their coach. Students must communicate with their coach if they are unavailable for a match so we can find a replacement to ensure we have a full team for each match.

If students are unsure of how to sign up for a sport or want more information, they can visit sports staff in the gymnasium.

SPC Sport Uniform

All sport uniforms can be purchased at the College Shop. Students need to ensure they are in the correct uniform to participate. The general sport uniform is the navy blue polo top, navy shorts and white socks. Certain sports will require very specific clothing. For example, the 1st XI cricketers require SPC Whites, SPC cricket shirt and SPC cricket cap. Students should check with their coach as to what is required. Also, remember to wear sunscreen at all times.

I wish all students and coaches the best in 2024. Always play the game in the right spirit, wear the correct uniform and respect the facilities, home and away. St Patrick’s College is steeped in rich sporting tradition, and you are encouraged to add more chapters to our past endeavours.

I would like to thank all of the staff at St Patricks that support the Sport Program, it truly is amazing the amount of sporting opportunities that we provide for our students. This is a great school with an incredible history.

Please do not hesitate to contact me (jlappin@stpats.vic.edu.au) or our Sports Administrator Mr Simon Dwyer (sdwyer@stpats.vic.edu.au) at the College with any questions.