It is hard to believe that this is the final edition of the Clayfield College Collective for 2023. You may very well ask: where has the year gone?

In looking back, we can lament what was not meant to be. Alternatively, we can acclaim what we have learnt and what we have achieved. And what might that be?

This year has seen 'change' at the forefront in so many ways. Persistence, in my opinion, brought out the very best amongst the Clayfield College sporting community. The co-curricular sporting program thrived! We improved our mechanisms for delivering sport programs, embraced the challenges, accepted change, and enjoyed the journey.

I wish to acknowledge all students who have made the most of every co-curricular opportunity on offer. Our students have benefited from broadening their horizons, as opposed to narrowing their focus on one activity. Students have balanced their time and effort to achieve; and they are better for these diverse experiences.

I would also like to congratulate our Sport Leaders for 2024. They are excited about their respective roles and understand that each senior student will have the chance to contribute to college sport programs and connect with other students.

The way to do this is to accept the responsibility to do your best, to take the chance when opportunities or challenges arise, and to be responsible in everything you say and do. The sum of all these contributions, whether they be big or small, will be the measure of the 2024 Sport Leaders. I wish them all the best in their endeavours next year.

Although we finish the academic year shortly, I encourage students to stay connected, active, and engaged over the holiday break. I wish all involved in sporting endeavours, encouraging and rewarding experiences.

Thank you for your support during 2023. It has been another full and successful year for Clayfield College.

I wish you and your family an enjoyable and relaxing festive season. A new year awaits, and we know that means more change and challenges. I am confident Clayfield College sporting programs will continue to improve in response to any changes and pivot with enthusiasm. I look forward to reconnecting with you and launching new sporting initiatives and opportunities in 2024.

Save the Date

QGSSSA Swimming and Cross-Country Camp

Date: 17 January to 19 January 2024

Location: Gold Coast Performance Centre

Looking Ahead

Our co-curricular programs are transitioning to opportunities for Term 1 2024 sports and activities, and you are invited to register your interest now.

QGSSSA Girls Sport

Girls in Years 7-12 (2024) are invited to register for the proceeding sports and activities so we can plan and commence pre-season training.

QGSSSA AFL (Years 10-12 in 2024)
QGSSSA Artistic Gymnastics
QGSSSA Basketball
QGSSSA Football
QGSSSA Touch Football
QGSSSA Swimming

Secondary Boys Sport

Brisbane Basketball Inc – Club Basketball
Swimming – Clayfield Swimming
Strength & Conditioning

Additional details about new opportunities and programs will be communicated in 2024.

Andrews Cup (Girls)

Girls in Years 2 to 6 (2024) are invited to register for the proceeding sports and activities so we can plan and commence pre-season training.

Andrews Cup Cross Country
Andrews Cup Touch Football
Andrews Cup Tennis
Andrews Cup Swimming

Britton Shield (Boys)

Boys in Years 2-7 (2024) are invited to register for the proceeding sports and activities so we can plan and commence pre-season training.

Britton Shield Cross Country | Years 2-7
Britton Shield Swimming | Years 2-7
Britton Shield Touch | Years 2-6

Club Sport | Expression of Interest

Sailing | Years 6 to 12 | Girls and Boys

How to sign on!

It is vital to ensure you have signed on or registered interest via Parent Lounge for the listed sporting programs.

Login to Parent Lounge
Go to 'Events & Payments'
Select eg 2024 SPORT | QGSSSA Artistic Gymnastics Sign-On
Click 'Accept' in the drop-down box on the right-hand side of your screen.
You have now registered an ‘EOI’ or signed-on for the nominated sport.

As we start the new year, I would like to provide some guidelines for how students and, parents and caregivers can be involved in CC Sport and Activities to improve everyone’s experience.

Sign-on to the sport and activity invitations on Parent Lounge via the ‘EVENTS AND PAYMENTS’ tab.
Install the Clayfield College app on your mobile device.
To stay up-to-date, subscribe to your respective sport/s tab on the College App to receive push notifications advising, training schedules, game day schedules, last-minute changes such as weather interruptions etc.

CC Sport | Instagram

Finally, a reminder to follow the Clayfield Sport Instagram page (@clayfieldsport) for sporting highlights and snapshots of students in action.

Occasion	Date
New Boarders Arrive	Sunday 21 January
New Students	Monday 22 January
Returning Boarders Travel Day	Monday 22 January
First Day of Term 1	Tuesday 23 January

2024 Save the Dates

Term 1

P&F Parent Welcome Evening

Ladies Lunch