West District Swimming Carnival

On Tuesday 18 February, seventeen students proudly represented The Gap SHS at the West District Swimming Carnival.

Our team demonstrated excellent sportsmanship and determination while competing across almost 50 events.

Official results have now been confirmed. Congratulations to the following students who achieved winning times in their respective events:

Zara B (13 Years) – 200m Freestyle, 50m Freestyle, 100m Backstroke, 50m Backstroke
Ben C (16 Years) – 50m Breaststroke, 50m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle
Mercedes O (14 Years) – 100m Breaststroke
Sofie M (12 Years) – 100m Breaststroke
Lena Y (14 Years) – 50m Backstroke
Greta G (15 Years) – 100m Freestyle

Well done to all students who represented the school.

Netball Trials – Vicki Wilson Championship

Trial Dates:

Monday 9 March (Week 7)
Monday 16 March (Week 8)

Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Venue: Sports Hall

Commitment Requirements:

Attendance at both trial sessions
Weekly training (Mondays, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm) once teams are finalised
Competition date: Tuesday 9 June (Term 2, Week 8) – full day

The Vicki Wilson Championship is Queensland’s premier secondary school netball competition. Divisions include:

Cup (Years 10–12)
Shield (Years 7–9)
Boys Open (Years 7–12)
Championship (Division 1)
Development (Division 2)

Venue: Downey Park Netball Association

(Northey St & Green Terrace, Windsor QLD 4030)

Wet Weather Date: Wednesday 10 June

Students are encouraged to attend the Week 7 trial session. For further information, please visit the Sports Hall or see Ms Martyn (Upper F Block staffroom).

District & Regional Sporting Nominations

A range of District and Regional sporting opportunities are currently available. Details are posted regularly via DayMap notices. Students should check notices daily.

Nomination Process:

Discuss suitability with HPE staff in the Sports Hall staffroom.
Complete the online nomination form via the QR code provided.
Once nominations close, West District will forward trial documentation. Completed forms must be returned via email to Mr Moran (dmora13@eq.edu.au) or Mr Hottes (thott4@eq.edu.au).

West District Trials – 2026 Schedule

Sport	Gender / Age Group	Nomination Due	Trial Date
Netball (Direct to Met North)	Boys 10–12 Years	10/03/2026	31/03/2026
Volleyball	Boys 13–15 Years	11/03/2026	27/03/2026
Volleyball	Girls 13–15 Years	11/03/2026	27/03/2026
Touch Football	Boys 13–15 Years	10/03/2026	26/03/2026
Touch Football	Girls 13–15 Years	10/03/2026	26/03/2026
Touch Football (Direct to Met North)	Boys 16–18 Years	30/03/2026	22/04/2026
Touch Football (Direct to Met North)	Girls 16–18 Years	30/03/2026	22/04/2026
Rugby League	Boys 11–12 Years	16/03/2026	01/04/2026
Rugby Union (Direct to Met North)	Boys 14–15 Years	02/04/2026	29/04/2026
Rugby Union	Boys 11–12 Years	02/03/2026	18/03/2026
Tennis	Boys 10–12 Years	16/03/2026	30/03/2026
Tennis	Girls 10–12 Years	16/03/2026	30/03/2026
Football (Soccer)	Boys 10–12 Years	25/03/2026	27/04/2026
Football (Soccer)	Girls 10–12 Years	27/03/2026	22/04/2026
Golf (Direct to Met North)	Boys 10–12 Years	30/03/2026	11/05/2026
Golf (Direct to Met North)	Girls 10–12 Years	30/03/2026	11/05/2026
Golf (Direct to Met North)	Boys 13–19 Years	30/03/2026	11/05/2026
Golf (Direct to Met North)	Girls 13–19 Years	30/03/2026	11/05/2026
Hockey	Boys 10–12 Years	23/04/2026	30/04/2026
Hockey	Girls 10–12 Years	23/04/2026	30/04/2026
Volleyball	Boys 16–19 Years	27/04/2026	12/05/2026
Volleyball	Girls 16–19 Years	27/04/2026	12/05/2026

Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund (SESF)

The Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund (SESF) supports emerging athletes aged 10–18 who are experiencing financial hardship and have been selected to represent their state or Australia at a National Championship endorsed by the Australian Sports Commission.

Key Information:

Scholarship value: $1,000
Application portal for 2026 is now open
Applicants must meet SESF eligibility criteria

Eligibility includes:

Selection to represent state/territory or Australia in an eligible sport
Enrolment in an Australian school
Australian citizenship or permanent residency
Demonstrated financial hardship

Please note: Representation at school or club level only does not qualify.

For full eligibility criteria and application details, visit:

https://sesf.org.au/https://www.sportaus.gov.au/australian_sports_directory http://www.schoolsportaustralia.edu.au/sports/

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Clubs 2026

Ms Gouri Sharma - Deputy Principal