Sport
Diving excellence
Huge congratulations to Taya Argus of 10A who competed at the Victorian Diving Championships earlier in March. Taya placed 1st in the 1m Dive, 1st in the Synchronised Dive, 2nd in Platform and 5th in the 3m Dive. Taya is also a member of the MGC Aerobics team, so a busy student-athlete!
Super impressive Taya – keep up the amazing work!
Ms. Carre and the PE Team
Melbourne Girls' College Athletics Carnival 2025
The Melbourne Girls' College Athletics Carnival was a spectacular event filled with excitement, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments. The weather was perfect, with sunny skies and mild temperatures creating an ideal atmosphere for a day of athleticism and fun.
This year’s carnival saw an incredible level of student participation, with girls enthusiastically competing in a wide range of events. The highlight of the day was the Aussie Icons dress-up theme, and students truly brought their A-game! There were countless fantastic costumes, from Aussie animals and surf lifesavers to famous Aussie icons and landmarks. Our students' creativity was on full display, making the day even more colourful and memorable.
In addition to the competitive track and field events, there were several fun-filled novelty activities, such as the Longest Kick, Kick into the Bin, Tug of War, Sack Races, and Three-Legged Races. These events added a light-hearted and playful element to the carnival, with students forming teams and showing off their best skills in a friendly atmosphere.
We are proud to announce the following Age Group Champions for this year’s carnival:
- 12-13 yrs: Chloe McGilton
- 14 yrs: Kalie Walkley
- 15 yrs: Lacey Nicolaci
- 16 yrs: Heidi Duncan
- 17 yrs: Nova Karikari
- 18-20 yrs: Mackenzie Genders
This year’s carnival also saw some outstanding achievements as several records were broken:
- 14 yrs - 1500m: Octavia Farfaglia
- 16 yrs - Discus: Heidi Duncan
- 18-20 yrs - Triple Jump: Mackenzie Genders
The House Cup points were also tallied, and the final results are as follows:
Well done to Chisholm house finishing on top of the leader board at the end of the day!
A huge thank you to all the staff involved in making the Athletics Carnival such a success. From event planning to ensuring smooth operations throughout the day, your hard work and dedication were greatly appreciated by all.
It was a fantastic day that showcased the talent, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship of the Melbourne Girls' College community. We can’t wait for next year’s event!
Daniel De Gois
Sports Coordinator
Region Swim Carnival
Melbourne Girls' College recently participated in the Regional Swim Carnival, where they achieved an impressive 3rd place overall, competing against schools from the region. Several students demonstrated exceptional skills, with multiple athletes qualifying for the State Swim Carnival in Term Two. This outstanding result highlights the dedication and talent of the students, who excelled in their respective events. The day was a fantastic showcase of individual achievements and team effort, setting the stage for more success as these swimmers move on to represent MGC at the state level.
Special mentions for outstanding achievements include:
- Allegra Di Domenico: 1st place in the 15 yrs 50m Butterfly and 50m Freestyle
- Alexis McCarthy: 1st place in the 16 yrs 50m Butterfly
- 12-13 yrs and 15yrs Freestyle Relay Teams: 1st place
- 15-16 yrs Medley Relay Team: 1st place
Congratulations to all involved, and we look forward to seeing more success as they progress to the state competition!
Daniel De Gois
Sport Coordinator