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UK Soccer Tour Students Enjoy a Special Melbourne Victory Experience

Earlier this year, 18 students and three staff members were preparing for an exciting opportunity to travel to England as part of the College’s UK Soccer Tour. Unfortunately, due to the escalating conflict and associated safety concerns overseas, the difficult decision was made to cancel the tour. 

Following the cancellation, families expressed a desire for an alternative experience that would allow students to come together and enjoy a special soccer-related event.

Thanks to the generosity of Melbourne Victory, the group was fortunate to be offered tickets to the exclusive A Lounge at AAMI Park on Sunday 1 November.

Students enjoyed a meal together, made the most of the lounge facilities, including the foosball table, and soaked up the atmosphere before watching Melbourne Victory take on Central Coast Mariners. While it was certainly different from the original overseas experience, it was a fantastic opportunity for the students to reconnect, share an enjoyable afternoon and celebrate their passion for soccer. The College would like to sincerely thank Melbourne Victory for their generosity and for helping create a memorable experience for our students

Gabriella  – SSV Hockey

Congratulations to Gabriella on an outstanding achievement representing Victoria recently at the School Sport Australia Under 12 Hockey Championships in Newcastle, NSW.

Following a challenging trial process and months of state training, Gabriella earned her place as one of just 14 girls selected in the School Sport Victoria Under 12 Hockey team. 

Her selection was a fantastic achievement in itself, recognising her talent, and dedication to the sport. Gabriella's contribution was further recognised when she was appointed Captain of the Victorian team, demonstrating excellent leadership and knowledge of the game.

The Championships brought together talented Hockey athletes from across Australia. Across four days, the Victorian team played six matches, remaining undefeated in the first 4 games, before coming up against eventual champions Queensland. The team displayed outstanding skill throughout the competition, finishing with a closely contested 2–1 loss to NSW in their final match, resulting in a 3rd place finish. 

The tournament was fantastic result for the Victorian girls, who were awarded a bronze medal as well as the prestigious Fair Play Award at the Closing Ceremony. Gabriella's performances throughout the Championships reflected not only her hockey ability, but also her leadership and consideration for her teammates. Representing your state and captaining the team at a national championship is a wonderful achievement. Congratulations Gabriella.    

Ramiro  – State Athletics

Congratulations to Ramiro on an outstanding performance at the SSV State Athletics Championships held last week. Competing in the 200m, Ramiro produced an excellent run to finish 2nd in his heat, securing his place in the State Final. He then backed up that performance with another impressive run, crossing the line in 2nd place in the State Final.

Finishing as the second fastest athlete in the state is a fantastic result and a wonderful reward for Ramiro's hard work. Congratulations Ramiro.

Girls Cricket

Congratulations to our Girls Cricket teams on another outstanding performance at the ACS Girls Cricket competition, with Overnewton securing its third consecutive championship. Overnewton entered two teams in this year's competition, with both teams performing exceptionally well. One of our teams went through the competition undefeated, demonstrating consistent skill and determination throughout their matches.

The performances across both teams were a fantastic display of cricket, highlighting the depth of talent within our girls' cricket program. The standard of play and teamwork on display was a credit to all involved and reflects the continued growth of girls' cricket at the College. Winning three consecutive ACS championships is a fantastic achievement and a testament to the players' dedication as well as the support of coaches Mr Craig, Ms Filipovska and Mr Caines.

Netball Performance Program

We are excited to announce the introduction of the Overnewton Netball Performance Program commencing in February 2027. This program will provide an opportunity for talented Netballers to develop their skills, compete at a high level and work towards becoming part of a strong, competitive team representing the College. 

The Netball Performance Program will require students to demonstrate skills, ability and game awareness that align with an elite standard for their age group. The first two sessions will serve as trials, allowing our coaching staff to assess students before formal offers of placement are sent to successful applicants.  Our initial focus will be on building a strong and committed squad over the course of the year. Looking ahead, we aim to introduce interstate competition opportunities, with a long term vision of competing internationally as the program develops. 

Program Details  

The annual participation fee will be $450 per student, payable once a student has been selected. This fee includes: 

• 2 trial sessions 
• 21 training sessions throughout the year 
• Sessions will run before school at Yirramboi Campus)
• Coaching fees 
• A training jersey 
• A netball for each selected student to own and use throughout the program 
   

Please note that the program requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. The College reserves the right to review the program should this minimum not be met. 

Expression of Interest and trials - the opening trial session is scheduled for Tuesday 2nd February 2027, with the second trial taking place during the following session. 

Families interested in having their child considered for the Netball Performance Program are asked to submit an Expression of Interest by Monday 23 November 2026. Submitting an Expression of Interest does not guarantee selection or a place in the program. 

Please submit your expression of interest here. 

Friday Morning - Netball Program

Our before school Year 5–6 Netball Program has commenced on Friday mornings in the Sports Hall. It was great to see so many of our aspiring athletes involved the last three weeks. The program is open to students interested in improving or developing their netball skills and learning more about the game.

Sessions will run every Friday from 7:45–8:45am, providing students with an opportunity to develop their skills in a supportive and practical environment. All equipment will be provided, so students simply need to bring their usual sports uniform and water bottle.

Sessions will include core netball skills, game awareness and some match play. 

The program is a great opportunity for students to build their confidence, develop their skills and enjoy playing netball with their peers. 

Friday Morning – Tennis Program

The Friday Morning Tennis Program commenced last week on the Yirramboi tennis courts. This program is open to all students in Years 5–8, the program will run from 8:00am each Friday. All equipment will be provided, so just bring yourselves and be ready to play. We look forward to seeing you there!

ACS Sport

A reminder to check fixtures and results via the links below.  

A copy of the outline will be added to Compass Newsfeed weekly to provide details regarding departure and arrivals times as well as location of matches.  

Parent Collection from Training and Match Venues  

Parents who wish to collect their child directly from a training or match venue must first complete the ACS Sport Student Venue Collection Application via the link below. 

Please note that ACS buses do not return to Canowindra campus at the end of training and match days. All buses return to Yirramboi campus.