Senior School Cocurricular Program
- From the Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
- Fixtures
- Athletics
- Basketball
- Cricket - Registration
- Football
- Rugby
- Summer Tennis - Registration
- Squash
From the Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
Cocurricular Colour Awards Ceremony
We will celebrate the achievements of some of our most committed sporting students next Tuesday 10 September at our Cocurricular Colour Awards Ceremony held in the Concourse.
At the ceremony we will present the Silver and Gold recipients with their badges in recognition of their commitment, leadership and excellence in their chosen fields.
With students from Years 8 to 12 attending we won't have room for parent spectators, but we will be live-streaming this event for you.
The live link will be sent to each recipient family and is also below for your convenience.
Mr Matt Stearn - Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
Fixtures
Please see attached the link for this weekend's fixtures - squash only.
Athletics
Athletics training continues on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Time:
Leaving the College by bus at 3:30 pm, with training from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, returning by bus to the College by 5:30 pm.
Venue:
Rotary Athletics Track – Mowbray Rd West, Lane Cove
Key dates (Yr 7-12):
- Saturday 7 September – Warm-up Carnival – Venue: ES Marks (Located in: Moore Park. Address: Boronia St, Kensington NSW 2033)
- Saturday 14 September – Warm-up Carnival – Venue: SOPAC
- ISA Carnival Tuesday 17 September – Venue: SOPAC
- ISA Representative Carnival (CIS) – Tuesday 24 September – SOPAC
Mr Scott Steinman - Athletics Convenor
Basketball
Earlier this week, Clipboard registrations closed as per the Canvas announcements. The Clipboard registration had been open for several weeks, and we’ve now finalised the team numbers for the ISA.
Our grading process is well underway, with Year 9 afternoon sessions conducted this week. Please see below grading schedules for all remaining afternoon and PE grading sessions.
Danny Garrett and his team are also running some preseason sessions as listed below. I encourage all boys looking to improve their skills to attend the Wednesday session.
Monday
7:00 am - 8:20 am Firsts training (invite only)
Tuesday
7:15 am - 8:15 am Year 7, 8, 9 A/B Development squad
Wednesday
7:15 am - 8:15 am Skills session (All ages)
Thursday
7:00 am - 8:20 am Firsts training (invite only)
Friday
3:30 pm - 5:00pm Opens Scrimmage/pick-up
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to email me at jbourke@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au
Thank you for your patience and commitment to SPX Basketball!
Please find attached below the SPX Basketball Grading Calendar:
Basketball Committee AGM
Tuesday 24 September, 8:00 pm
The Basketball Committee will hold a virtual AGM on Tuesday 24 September commencing at 8:00 pm. Please attend if interested.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/87155309135?pwd=ao5zd9u5xYeaT1ICcVozZ4Lm0eGl9a.1
Meeting ID: 871 5530 9135 Passcode: Q19BX1
We look forward to seeing you there.
Basketball Committee
Mr James Bourke - Basketball Convenor
Cricket
1st & 2nd XI ISA Cricket
1st and 2nd XI Cricket trials commenced on Wednesday 28 August 2024 at Oxford Falls. Please see the attached ISA Season Outline for full trial, selection, training, and match details for the 2024-25 Season.
Mr David Reay - ISA Cricket Convenor
MWJCA Training
Training started for all MWJCA cricketers last week, with teams training on the following days:
Tuesdays: Year 7 and 8
Thursdays: Year 9 and 10
Buses will leave the Chatswood Campus at around 3:30 pm, returning to the College at around 5:30 pm. Parents intending to pick up their son at Oxford Falls for the season are requested to email Mr Balboa on a one-off basis.
A gentle reminder that all students interested in playing for the College need to be registered on Clipboard as well as PlayHQ. Please note that the registration process for MWJCA Cricket is due to close this Friday. Please email RBalboa@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au should any questions or concerns arise.
Junior School – MWJCA Stage 2 Competitions: MWJCA Stage 2 - Registration Link
Senior School – MWJCA Stage 3 Competitions: MWJCA Stage 3 - Registration Link
School Holiday Camp
Mr Ryan Balboa - MWJCA Convenor
Football
SPX Football Social Night, 14 September
The Football Social is just around the corner!
The Football Social is on 14 September and tickets are selling - make sure you get on board for a great night of fun.
Get ready for our guest speakers
Come and hear what it takes to make it as a professional footballer . . .
Robbie Slater made it to the dizzying heights of the English Premier League, playing for Blackburn, West Ham and Southampton as well as stints in Europe, Australia. His crowning glory was 44 caps for the Socceroos. Come and hear what it took to make the grade and perform at the highest levels of football.
Top flight striker and a pioneering Aussie in Europe, Dave Mitchell has played in the UK, Europe and Australia, with clubs like Rangers, Feyenoord and Chelsea. He was the first Australian to play in the Bundesliga and he also played 44 times for the Socceroos before moving into a career in coaching. Come and hear Dave's insights into what drove his success.
You need to get your tickets!
Why not gather a group of parents from your son's team or year group and make a night out of it. Click on the link below to secure your tickets to enjoy some great catering, guest speakers and a night of reflecting on the SPX Football season that was:
https://events.humanitix.com/st-pius-x-football-club-social-event
Looking forward to seeing you there!
SPX Football Supporters Committee
SPX Football Supporters' Committee
Rugby
Congratulations to Bradley Newman, Xavier Davidson and Blaise O’Brien (under 15s rugby) and Ben Bromby and Archer Ferguson (under 16s rugby) who won their Grand Finals on Sunday. The students represent the Lindfield Rugby Club and played against very strong opposition. Final score for U15s was 20-17 and U16s was 43-10.
Well done to Brad, Xavier and Blaise, Archer and Ben on their achievements.
JERSEY PRESENTATION 2024 – Willoughby Hotel
The SPX Rugby Club would like to host a jersey presentation for all open’s players and their families on Thursday, 12 September atthe Willoughby Hotel. The presentation will start at 6:00 pm and will conclude at 8:30 pm.
Any questions please contact – spxrugby@gmail.com
ANNUAL GOLF DAY 2024
Friday, 18 October
Northbridge Golf Club
296c Sailors Bay Rd, Northbridge
1:00 pm Start (Lunch) followed by 2:00 pm Tee Off
Following the success of last year's event, we are returning to Northbridge Golf Club in October for our annual Ambrose golf outing.
The committee’s focus this year is to maximise the appeal and to encourage as many parents as possible to join us for a great opportunity to mix with other parents and friends of the school. And, of course, to have fun. We are particularly keen to see more mums participate this year. Pull together a 4-Ball or just join as a single … either way a great day is guaranteed.
For more information please see the attached flyer below.
For all bookings, please use the following link:
Term 3 Rugby Dates for the Diary:
- Thursday 12 September – SPX Rugby Club - Opens Jersey Presentation
- Friday 18 October – Rugby Annual Golf Day
Mr Justin Gates - Rugby Convenor
Summer Tennis
Mrs Samantha Iwatani - Summer Tennis Convenor
Squash
Mr Joe Madani - Squash Convenor