Director of Sport

Annual Sports Awards

Exciting news from last Friday's 2025 Sports Awards Assembly!

What an incredible year it has been for Team sVc! Incredibly 87 per cent of our students participated in at least one sport or co-curricular activity this year, showcasing the College's commitment to providing outstanding opportunities outside the classroom. With over 30 sports and activities available, it’s clear we're leading the way. A huge shoutout to our dedicated College staff for their tireless efforts in supporting our athletes. 

It has been inspiring to see so many students achieve representative status in various sports this year! Whilst we honour exceptional team results, the Awards Assembly focused on the individual achievements that make us proud. Selecting the award winners was no easy task, but with the help of our Sport Coordinators, we recognised some truly remarkable talents. 

Athletics

‘Old Virgilians Perpetual Trophy’

Most Points @ SATIS Carnival

Jake Burt

‘The Brother Bill Wilding Perpetual Trophy’

Most Determined Senior Athlete Years 9-11

Ewan McIlwraith

The ‘Graeme Rainbow’ 

Junior Athletics Athlete Award Years 7-9

Jake Burt

‘Goldsmith Trophy’

Captain of the Winning SATIS Team

Oliver Morgan

Badminton

Best & Fairest

Will Turner

Basketball

Best & Fairest

Ryan Lamprey

Cricket

‘Michael Di Venuto Trophy’

Cricketing Excellence

Hayden Clark-Sullivan

Cross Country

Athlete of the Year

Jake Burt

Football

‘Stuart Spencer Perpetual Trophy’

1st XVIII Best & Fairest

Max Gulliver

Hockey

1st XI Best & Fairest

Trent Smith

Mountain Bike

MTB Legend Award

Sebastian Harris

Rowing

‘Scott Brennan Trophy’

Rowing Excellence

Llewellyn Gray

Rugby

Best & Fairest

Aiden Mudge

Sailing

Most Outstanding Sailor

Charlie Cubit

‘Geoff Doolan Perpetual Trophy’

Best Clubman

Jack Cox

Soccer

Best & Fairest

Noah Smith

EREA Awards

Players Player Year 7-8

Finn Knowles-Jones

Players Player Year 9-11

Viktor Gordon

EREA Spirit Award

Jesse Tsakiris

Swimming

Most Successful Swimmer

Ewan McIlwraith

Tennis

Most Successful Player

Charlie Marsden

Touch Football

Best & Fairest

Will Anderson

Water Polo

‘The Whitehouse Perpetual Trophy’

Most Valuable Player

Charlie Cubit

Olympic Change Maker Award

Formerly 'Pierre de Courbertin Award'

Luke Morrisby

The All-Round Sportsman Awards for the Middle School (7-9) and the CA Shirley Memorial Shield for the Senior School (10-12) will be presented at the Speech Day at MyState Arena on December 3.

Tribute to a College skipper

St Virgil's College also paid tribute to Mr Geoffrey Doolan for his unwavering dedication and commitment to our College. For over 45 years, Mr Doolan, along with Br Peter Flint, has been one of the driving forces behind the College's sailing program. This initiative has not only fostered teamwork and resilience among our students but has also ignited a passion for adventure and the outdoors. 

Mr Doolan's contributions in terms of financial support, securing facilities and resources, and donating his time are truly remarkable and will be exceptionally hard to replicate.  Mr Doolan's wife, Kate, has also been instrumental in supporting the College sailing program, assisting Geoff with all administrative and organisational requirements to ensure the club remained operational.

Mr Doolan's enthusiasm for sailing and commitment to boys' education extend beyond academics. He has inspired countless young minds to embrace learning and pursue personal growth. His impactful approach to the College's Sailing Program has left a lasting impression on everyone who has had the privilege of working alongside you and learning under your guidance.

The College deeply appreciate Mr Doolan's efforts and the positive influence he has had on the entire College community. ​​

Congratulations to all the award winners! The culture of Team sVc is thriving and truly sets our community apart. Enjoy the summer break, and we are eager to see Team sVc excel next year.

Let’s celebrate our sVc sports community! For more photos of the award winners, please see https://www.facebook.com/svcsport

#TeamsVc #sVcSports #ProudMoment #TeamSpirit

State Basketball Championships

Congratulations to Team sVc for their outstanding performance at the Basketball Tasmania State High School Championships held last weekend at the Elphin Sports Centre in Launceston.

Team sVc worked hard throughout the weekend, finishing as the runner-up in the Year 9/10 division and securing 3rd place in the Year 7/8 division. The level of basketball displayed was exceptional, and the teams showed great sportsmanship and respect for their opponents and match officials.

We would also like to extend a big thank you to all our volunteer coaches and managers for their dedication and for providing this opportunity for our teams.

Senior 9/10 Boys

Rnd 1: SVC 74 def QHS 45

Rnd 2: SVC 66 def BHS 51

Rnd 3: SVC 47 lost to THS 51

SF: SVC 47 def SHC 38

GF SVC 37 lost to SPC 61

Junior 7/8 Boys

Rnd 1: SVC 57 def LCGS 43

Rnd 2: SVC 44 def BHS 38

Rnd 3: BYE

SF: SVC 24 lost to QHS 51

3rd play-off: SVC 57 def LCGS 37

Well done, boys!

State SATIS T20 Cricket Tournament

Congratulations to Team sVc for finishing runners-up at this week's State SATIS T20 Cricket Tournament in Launceston.

Day 1 Results

Rnd 1 Bye

Rnd 2

SVC 4/106 (17 overs - rain delay) def SPC 7/84 (17 overs - rain delay)

Trent Smith 11

Zac Pfitzner 42*

Tex Gregg 27

Hayden Clark-Sullivan 18*

Zac Pfitzner 4/10 (including a hat-trick)

Cohen Macey 2/16

Harvey Alomes 1/18

Rnd 3

SVC 8/106 (20) def HUT 10/54 (18.2)

Thomas Wilson 25

Lucas Hodgson 17

Hamish Beechey 13*

Kai Martin 13

Zac Pfitzner 2/11

Cohen Macey 1/7

Hayden Clark-Sullivan 2/7

Harry Callinan 2/5

Kai Martin 1/7

After topping Pool A, Team SVC was placed in a group with Hutchins and GYC to play for the Championship.

Day 2 Results

Rnd 1

SVC def GYC by forfeit.

Rnd 2 and the Grand Final

SVC 9/100 (20) lost to HUT 1/101 (12.2)

Zac Pfitzner 14

Tex Gregg 39*

Thomas Wilson 11

Harry Callinan 1/27

Congratulations to The Hutchins School for their comprehensive victory and being crowned 2025 Champions.

A big shout-out to College staff and coaches, Mr Harry Jones and David Readett, along with all the match officials and the Northern SATIS schools for hosting the tournament.

We now look forward to the Coyle Clingeleffer Cup tomorrow against SPC in Launceston, a practice match against Brisbane Boys College on December 11 and the upcoming 2026 SATIS 1st XI Cricket Roster in mid-January.

Well done, boys.

Rowing

Congratulations to our rowing team on their stellar performances at recent regattas. The boys have competed with great spirit and effort.

At both school and club regattas, SVC has regularly finished in the top three for most events and is shaping up for another successful season on the water.

A full list of results can be seen here.

Triathlon

Congratulations to all our students who faced the elements head-on during yesterday's High School Triathlon Challenge at Bellerive Beach!

In a relentless battle against the sun, gusty winds, pouring rain, and even icy hail, each participant pushed their limits, showcasing remarkable determination and spirit. The atmosphere was electric, filled with both fierce competition and camaraderie as everyone produced outstanding individual and team results.

A heartfelt thank you to Mr Tom Briggs and Ms Annele Van Heerden for their unwavering support and guidance, ensuring our athletes stayed motivated and safe.