Sports News

Ms Cerene Hughes - Head of Sport and Activities
Ms Clare Cattanach - Sports Administration Officer (PP‑12)
Miss Amy Lewin - Primary Sports Coordinator

QGSSSA Winter Sport Sign-On | NOW OPEN

The QGSSSA Winter sport programmes include Hockey, Netball, Tennis and Volleyball.

Students can participate in one Winter Season sport. Girls selected in QGSSSA representative teams are expected to attend all fixtures and weekly training sessions to develop their skills, fitness, and team cohesion to best represent Clayfield College. Winter season fixtures are played weekly on Saturday mornings throughout Term 3 between 8:00am-12:00pm (approximately). 

A central pillar to the success of QGSSSA Winter sport programmes will be attendance at training so students can optimise the opportunity to combine skills training with technical development for their chosen sport. This will ensure students and teams are prepared and ready to play.

Sign On

It is extremely important that you register your intention to participate in 2024 QGSSSA Winter Sport Programmes. This will ensure you receive the most up to date information regarding trials and training for the commencement of 2024 Winter Fixtures. 

If you are interested in playing a winter sport, please sign-on via Parent Lounge by 6:00pm, Friday 26 April (end of Week 2, Term 2).

Login to Parent Lounge
Go to 'Events & Payments'
Example: 2024 SPORT | QGSSSA Volleyball Sign-On 
Click 'accept' in the drop-down box on right

You have now registered to play a QGSSSA winter sport.

Note: Please check the College App > Sport > Secondary for further information.

Student Highlights

2024 Australian Age Swimming Championships

The recent Australian Age Swimming Championships held at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre witnessed a spectacular showcase of talent from young swimmers across the nation. Among them, our very own athletes, Ema Costello, Mackenzie Neilsen, Keira Coscarella, Meghan Guthrie-Quinn, and Hana Costello made waves with their performances. The pool deck buzzed with excitement as heat swims unfolded beneath the vast blue skies, leading up to thrilling finals each night.

For some the Australian Age Swimming Championships served as more than a competition; it represented a chance to qualify for the Junior Pan Pacific Championships. Our swimmers pushed for personal bests, eyeing coveted spots on the roster.

For Poppy Stephen, a 2023 Old Collegian, moved into 8th all-time for 17-year-olds in the girls 200 Fly clocking an impressive and swift 2:10.57. Poppy’s stellar performance secured her a coveted place on the Australian team, set to compete at the 2024 Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Canberra later this year. 

Results

Ema Costello | 15 Years

50m Butterfly - 4th

50m Backstroke - 5th

200m Freestyle - 14th

Mackenzie Neilsen | 15 Years

200m Butterfly - 11th

Keira Coscarella | 16 Years

50m Breaststroke - 11th

100m Breaststroke - 11th (1st in B Final)

200m Breaststroke - 22nd

Meghan Guthrie-Quinn | 16 Years

50m Breaststroke - 4th

200m Breaststroke - 5th

100m Breaststroke - 6th

13-17 years 4 x 100m relay - 4th

13-17 years 4 x 50m medley relay - 4th

Hana Costello | 17 Years

200m Individual Medley - 5th

200m Backstroke – 5th

50m Backstroke – 6th

100m Backstroke – 7th

13-17 years 4x100m relay - 4th

13-17 years 4x50m medley relay - 4th

Demi de Tournoeur Makes Mark at 2024 Australian Junior Track and Field Championships

In a dazzling display of athleticism, Demi de Tournoeur showcased her talent at the 2024 Chemist Warehouse Australian Junior Track and Field Championships. Competing in both the U15 High Jump and the 200m events, the young sensation left a lasting mark, gaining invaluable experience amidst stiff competition.

In the U15 High Jump event, de Tournoeur demonstrated her remarkable technique and finesse. While the podium eluded her grasp, her performance was nothing short of commendable, setting the stage for future triumphs.

Not content with just one discipline, de Tournoeur also blazed down the track in the 200m event, exhibiting speed and determination. Though the competition was fierce, she held her own, demonstrating her unwavering resolve.

Reflecting on her experience at the Championships, de Tournoeur expressed eagerness to continue her journey in the world of track and field. With each competition, she aims to further hone her skills, fuelled by the passion to excel and the determination to reach greater heights.

As she returns to her training grounds, Demi is poised to embark on a journey of growth and development. With her eyes set on the horizon, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of excellence, ready to conquer new challenges. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Demi and look forward to seeing her representing the college at this year’s QGSSSA Track and Field Championships.

Clayfield College Gymnasts Soared at the 2024 WAG Gymnastics Queensland Senior State Artistic Championships

Following the incredible results at the QGSSSA Artistic Gymnastics Championships, a selection of our gymnasts showcased their remarkable talents at the 2024 WAG Gymnastics Queensland Senior State Artistic Championships.

As the holidays approached, the excitement was palpable among our gymnasts, who were gearing up to showcase their skills at the highly anticipated event. Our gymnasts representing Delta Gymnastics had been diligently training and perfecting their routines, demonstrating exceptional dedication and determination. We are very proud to announce that Isla Cullen and Eliana Cullen, have earned coveted spots on the Queensland State Border Challenge Level 7 team.

With their selection on the Queensland team, Isla and Eliana are poised to compete against some of the finest gymnasts in the state, showcasing their prowess on the competition floor.

Joining them in the quest for glory are fellow gymnasts Iara Chaves and Lindsay Webb, who have secured positions on the Queensland Artistic Gymnastics team in their respective levels. Iara will compete at Level 8, while Lindsay will represent Queensland at Level 9. Their inclusion in the state team is a testament to their exceptional talent and commitment to the sport.

Evie Sheppard also had a stellar performance at the U15 – Level 7 competition, demonstrating her skills and dedication to the sport, while Grace Webb, competing in the Senior International competition, showcased incredible resilience and determination, fighting hard after returning from injury to challenge her competitors.

The entire Clayfield College community stands behind our talented gymnasts and congratulates them on their execution and exceptional performances at 2024 WAG Gymnastics Queensland Senior State Artistic Championships. We wish our gymnasts all the best for the Australian Gymnastics Championships between the 9 and 22 May at the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre.

Level 7 – Under 12 All-Around
Day	Place	Participant	Vault	Uneven Bars	Beam	Floor	Total
1	5	Isla Cullen	11.266	11.366	12.150	12.633	47.415
2	3	Isla Cullen	12.000	11.900	11.900	12.100	47.900
Level 7 – Under 13 All-Around
1	4	Eliana Cullen	11.733	11.800	11.300	11.633	46.466
2	3	Eliana Cullen	11.933	11.900	11.650	11.500	46.983
Level 7 – Under 15 All- Around
1	15	Evie Sheppard	10.900	10.833	8.850	11.066	41.649
2	9	Evie Sheppard	0.633	11.266	10.050	10.900	42.849
Level 8 – Under 14 All-Around
1	4	Iara Chaves	12.633	12.150	12.466	12.900	50.149
2	3	Iara Chaves	13.000	12.533	12.050	12.700	50.283
Level 9 – Under 15 All-Around
1	5	Lindsay Webb	13.200	11.200	11.766	11.700	47.866
2	3	Lindsay Webb	13.550	12.466	11.900	10.800	48.716
Junior International All-Around
1	4	Christina Anictomatis	11.533	8.550	11.900	11.566	43.549
Senior International All-Around
1	4	Grace Webb	12.033	10.150	10.400	11.600	44.183
2	3	Grace Webb	12.166	10.550	10.200	10.550	43.466

Highlights

Isla Cullen

Day 1 | 2nd Beam

Day 2 | 2nd Floor

Day 2 | 3rd Beam

Eliana Cullen

Day 1 | 2nd Vault

Day 2 | 3rd Uneven Bars

Day 2 | 3rd Beam

Day 2 | 1st Vault

Evie Sheppard

Day 2 | 2nd Uneven Bars

Iara Chaves

Day 1 | 1st Floor

Day 2 | 1st Floor

Lindsay Webb

Day 1 | 2nd Vault

Day 2 | 2nd Vault

Christina Anictomatis

Day 1 | 3rd Uneven Bars

Day 1 | 3rd Floor

Day 1 | 2nd Floor

Grace Webb

Day 1 | 3rd Floor

Day 2 | 2nd Uneven Bars

Andrews Cup

On Monday 22 April the Andrews Cup Touch Football and Tennis competitions were held after weeks of preparation and training. Despite the threat of rain, both events proceeded with minimal interruptions.

Tennis

At the Andrews Cup Tennis competition, our players took to the court, greeted by a mix of rain and sunshine. Despite the weather, they found their rhythm, with C Grade and D Grade finishing in 4th place. The Year 4 team showed great spirit, placing 11th after a challenging day. Meanwhile, our social league players enjoyed a day of skill development and fun at SomerFields.

Touch Football

In a long-awaited showdown, the Andrews Cup Touch Football teams hit the fields at Redlands Touch Association following a rescheduling prompted by inclement weather. The delay only seemed to heighten the anticipation, as spectators eagerly awaited the display of skill, teamwork, and grit. Our players did not disappoint, putting forth impressive performances that reflected their commitment to training. Special commendations are in order for the A Grade players, who secured a commendable 6th place, and the C Grade team, finishing in a respectable tie for 9th.

Looking Ahead

Over the upcoming weeks, our dedicated Primary Students from Years 2 to 6, who have been putting in the kilometres at training, will be participating in the Andrews Cup and Britton Shield Cross Country events.

Andrews Cup Cross Country contenders are gearing up for their much-anticipated yearly event in Toowoomba. With the final stages of preparation underway, the buzz around the oval is palpable. Spectators are urged to come out in full force and cheer on our competitors. See below for event specifics.

Andrews Cup

Date: Thursday 2 May

Competition Time: 12.00 – 2.30pm

Venue: Kearney’s Spring, Toowoomba

Britton Shield

Date: Thursday, 9 May

Venue: Limestone Park, Ipswich