Senior School Cocurricular Program
St Pius X College Chatswood
- Fixtures
- From the Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
- Cocurricular Photos
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Squash
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Touch Football
Fixtures
From the Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
Thank you all for a positive start to the summer season. Could I please ask all parents and carers for your assistance in ensuring your sons attend all training sessions, games and are also attired in the correct uniform.
Mr Matt Stearn - Assistant Principal, Cocurricular
Cocurricular Photos
All sports and cocurricular photos are now ready for purchase on the Melba Studios website. Please use the following instructions to order.
Select: Schools
Password: ARCHER
Ms Leisa Proc - General Coordinator
Basketball
Oxford Falls Facilities Update
Please be aware that construction and improvement works are continuing at Oxford Falls, which has temporarily reduced the available spectator seating within the CBC.
We kindly ask families to be mindful of the limited space and to keep clear of team benches and designated player areas. For the safety of both players and spectators, please avoid standing along the court edge.
Where possible, we ask families to utilise the seating provided and avoid gathering around team benches or courtside areas. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as these works continue and for helping us provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all.
ISA Basketball Round 1
SPX opened the ISA season with several strong performances across the program.
The 13Cs secured a close 34–31 win, led by MVP recipients James Yang and Jack O’Kane, it was an epic comeback game that will no doubt give the team a positive mindset going into this week’s game. The 15Ds, 15Es and 15Gs also started with victories, with Chris Simpson and Ollie Delilkhan leading from the front for the 15Es.
In the older age groups, the 17Ds impressed with a 24–6 win, with Archer McLean and Jacob Laface earning MVP’s. The 17Es won 30–24, led by Zac Brazier and James Higgins, while the 3rd V recorded a hard-fought 29–24 victory, with Hugo Moran and Sebastian van Vuuren recognised.
There were also promising narrow losses for the 14Ds, 15Fs, 17Cs and 4th V, all finishing within four points of their opponents.
For teams that didn’t get the result they hoped for in Round 1, there is plenty of basketball ahead. Continued commitment at training and games will provide opportunities to improve each week.
A special mention goes to Miss Zanko who coached 3 teams at Oakhill last week. In her first ever match as a Basketball coach, she managed 3 amazing wins.
Thank you to all the parents that supported on the benches and were positive from the sidelines.
Fixtures, Attendance and Notifications
There was a significant number of players who missed their Round 1 fixtures. Pleasingly, based on training attendance this week, we are expecting a much stronger turnout moving forward. Team sport relies on the commitment of all players, and attendance at fixtures is an important part of representing the College and supporting teammates.
Fixtures for all SPX sports are available through Clipboard. Please note that fixtures may initially appear as 'Unconfirmed' and display a placeholder time (such as 2:35 am) or temporary venue. Once details are confirmed by opposition schools, fixtures will be updated in Clipboard and marked 'Confirmed'. This process can occur as late as Thursday each week, so families are encouraged to check Clipboard regularly for updates.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all scheduled training sessions and fixtures throughout the season. If your son is unable to attend a training session or fixture, please record the absence through Clipboard and send a courtesy email to Mr Bourke as soon as possible. This assists coaches with team planning, supervision and communication.
When recording an absence, families should note that family commitments are not generally considered a valid reason for missing a scheduled fixture. Teams, venues and opposition schools rely on player availability, and late withdrawals can have a significant impact on teammates and the competition as a whole. Please try to provide as much detail as possible for the explanation.
Families may also start receiving attendance notifications if a student is absent from a training session or fixture without prior notice. Thank you for your support in helping us provide a safe, organised and positive sporting experience for all students while upholding the commitment expected of SPX athletes.
Uniform Expectations
The opening round of the season saw a significant number of players arriving at games out of uniform or without the correct playing gear. We cannot emphasise strongly enough that the way students present themselves to and from fixtures is a reflection of the standards and expectations of SPX
Just as students would not attend school wearing casual clothing such as Crocs or hoodies, these items should not be worn to basketball fixtures. Players are expected to arrive dressed appropriately and ready to represent the College with pride.
Playing Uniform
Students will not be permitted to participate in warm-ups or take the court without the correct SPX Basketball uniform.
Required Playing Uniform
SPX Basketball Shorts
SPX Playing Singlet
Both items can be purchased from the College Shop.
Bathurst Trip Last Weekend
A huge thank you to all the players, families, coaches and staff who made the trip to Bathurst last weekend for the opening round of the ISA Basketball season. While the results did not fall our way on the court, the SPX pride, spirit and sportsmanship displayed throughout the day were outstanding. Our students represented the College with great enthusiasm and character, and we are incredibly proud of their efforts.
A special thank you to Mr Gibson and all of our coaches for their commitment, support and willingness to give up their time to provide this opportunity for our students. We are also grateful to the families who made the journey and contributed to the fantastic atmosphere across the day.
2026 - 2027 ISA BASKETBALL CALENDAR
Basketball Training Shirt
Shirts have been distributed. If your son has not yet received his shirt, please see me at Oxford Falls or around school.
Training shirts may only be worn:
During SPX Basketball training and games. This includes PE at Oxford Falls
During warm-ups
At approved basketball camps and clinics
During Sarto Gym sessions
Training shirts cannot be worn:
To and from school or when travelling to Oxford Falls
As part of the daily school uniform
During PE lessons at Chatswood
Thank you again to the Basketball Supporters Club for their ongoing support of the SPX Basketball program.
Mr James Bourke - Basketball Convenor
Basketball Supporters Club
A huge thank you to everyone in the St Pius X community who volunteered their time and supported our Basketball BBQ on Saturday.
Whether you helped set up, cooked on the BBQ, served, packed up or stopped by to support us, every contribution was greatly appreciated. In particular, thank you to those who generously gave up part of their weekend to volunteer on the day. Your support, enthusiasm and willingness to get involved helped make the event a great success.
It was fantastic to see the St Pius X community come together and get behind our basketball program the results and the money raised for the program far exceeded our expectations, the feedback from everyone including the visiting schools was a pleasant surprise. Following the success of the weekend, we’re looking forward to creating more opportunities throughout the term to bring our basketball community together.
Events like this simply wouldn’t be possible without the support of our families and volunteers.
Thank you again for getting behind St Pius X Basketball. 🏀💙
RAFFLE CONTINUES…
1. BASKETBALL LEGENDS & FAMILY FUN HAMPER
A fantastic prize for basketball fans and families! Featuring framed, signed Shaquille O’Neal memorabilia, a family pass to a Sydney Kings game, a brand-new basketball and the LEGO® Nike Dunk Trickshot set.
The ultimate combination of basketball legends, live action and family fun!
ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $450
2. FITNESS BOOST HAMPER
A fantastic prize for fitness lovers and athletes! Featuring a 3-month Fitness First Platinum membership (Chatswood), Dukes sports hydration, athlete physio spray, recovery wrap and wellness essentials to help you train, recover and perform at your best.
ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $350
3. RECOVERY & GROOMING HAMPER
A great mix of grooming, recovery and wellness essentials, featuring a Tooletries grooming set, Epzen bath salts, Musashi creatine, muscle and joint support, magnesium, hydration essentials and an Escape Bathhouse voucher.
The perfect package for recovery, relaxation and self-care!
ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $250
4. SNEAKER HEADS DREAM PACK
A fantastic prize for sneaker lovers and sports fans! Featuring the exclusive Nike Dunk x LEGO® set, kids magnesium supplements, Hydralyte, a drink bottle and sweat towel.
The perfect mix of sneaker style, fun and sporting essentials!
ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $175
5. SPOILT SPORTS PACKS – 6 TO WIN!
Treat yourself or your favourite child with a $25 Rebel voucher, Hydralyte electrolytes, a sweat towel and recovery wrap.
ESTIMATED PRIZE VALUE: $60 EACH
Purchase Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DQTMQ
Thank you for your support. We look forward to an exciting season ahead and continuing to build a strong and connected SPX Basketball community.
Miled Sawakid - SPX Basketball Supporter Club President
Cricket
A good weekend for both the 1st and 2nd XI with victories against St Stanislaus’.
Congratulation to Zach Rapa (1st XI) on scoring 101 (his second century this season) and Cooper Gabriel (2nd XI) who, on debut, claimed 5 wickets.
Saturday 24 October 2026 – ISA Cricket – Round 2
1st XI v Oakhill College @ Oakhill College, Castle Hill
2nd XI v Chevalier College @ Oxford Falls #1
Saturday 17 October 2026 – ISA Cricket Round 1
The Oxford Falls ground staff excelled in a wet week to have Chaplin Oval looking fantastic for ISA Round 1. Losing the toss and being sent in to bat the 1st XI pushed hard to score 9/275 at the end of 50 overs. A century to captain Zach Rapa (101) was supported by Darcy Horstead (63), Archie Wragge (35), Jared Fernandes (20), and Brody Mendel (16*). This included a 125-run partnership between Rapa and Horstead. An intimidating total to chase at Oxford Falls.
An early wicket from Jared Fernandes (1/14) didn’t start a collapse and the 1st XI had to work for each wicket. Alex Burke (3/35 off 10), Max Barnett (2/8) and one wicket each to Brody Mendel (1/20) and Ollie Pavely (1/10) was assisted by excellent catching by Archie Wragge, Zach Rapa, Will Asensio, and fielding by Mendel and Pavely.
Next Saturday – 1st XI v Oakhill College @ Oakhill College.
Upcoming matches (as per PlayHQ)
Saturday 31 October 2026 – ISA Cricket – Round 3
1st XI v St Patrick’s College @ Oxford Falls #1
2nd XI v St Patrick’s College @ St Patrick’s College, Strathfield
Saturday 7 November 2026 – ISA Cricket – Round 4
1st XI v St Gregory’s College @ Oxford Falls #1
2nd XI v St Gregory’s College @ St Gregory’s College, Gregory Hills
Mr David Reay - ISA Cricket Convenor
Squash
Convenor for Term 4
Mr Formosa will be convening squash for Term 4 of the summer season.
Please direct all enquiries to him during the term.
Key Dates for the 2026/27 season
Term 4 2026
- Training / grading teams commences Thursday 22 October 2026
- Competition starts: Saturday 31 October 2026
- Finals: Saturday 5 December 2026
Term 1 2027
- Training commences Thursday 11 February 2027
- Competition starts: Saturday 13 February 2027
- Finals: Saturday 20 March 2027
Squash Training
Training will be held on Thursday 22 October at Macquarie University Squash Centre with our coach Jacob who will put the team through skill developments and will grade players for teams for the season. Training runs from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
Students will meet at the veranda of the Administration Building at 3:05 pm to walk with Mr Formosa to the Interchange to travel to training. Students will need a Opal card to catch the Metro from Chatswood to Macquarie University Station where we will walk to the squash centre. After training, we will return to Chatswood on the Metro arriving at Chatswood at approximately 5:30 pm.
Please email Mr Formosa before this Thursday to confirm that you give permission for your son to travel on the Metro to and from Thursday training.
Email: pformosa@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au
Squash Equipment
Reminder that all players are to wear goggles and have white sole shoes when playing on the court. You can borrow racquets and goggles at the venues if you don’t have them.
Looking forward to a great summer season ahead for the St Pius X Squash Team.
Mr Stuart Spedding - Squash Convenor
Swimming
Training continues every Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:00 am - 8:00 am at Fitness First Chatswood. All swimmers are welcome. Students must wear a cap during training.
Details of the squads first carnival for the season will be posted as soon as they come in. The St Patrick's Invitational is always a great opener for the season. Stay tuned for details.
Ms Leisa Proc - Swimming Convenor
Tennis
The season commenced on the weekend for all teams, with a mixed bag of results. Congratulations to all students who played on the weekend. A reminder for all students to make sure you get to the venue early so that you can find out which court you are on and have a warmup.
All competition details will be on Clipboard. Please make sure you contact me by email if you are injured or unable to play. All students are in a team and are expected to play each Saturday as there are no reserves.
Mr Paul Cummins - NSTA Convenor
Touch Football
It has been another positive week for the touch football program, with players continuing to demonstrate great commitment, energy, and enthusiasm at training. Excitement is building as the season officially gets underway this Saturday with Round 1 of the ISA Competition.
All matches will be played at Macquarie University Sports Fields, where St Pius X College will be part of a double-header round, providing every team with the opportunity to play two games. Families are reminded that Clipboard remains the primary platform for all touch football communication.
Team announcements, match schedules, venue information, and important updates will continue to be distributed through Clipboard, and players and parents are encouraged to check the platform regularly to ensure they remain informed throughout the season.
To support the continued success of the program, all player absences must be logged through Clipboard. Regular attendance at training and matches is an important part of our team culture and commitment to one another.
Touch Football Dates for the Diary:
- 24 October - Round 1 ISA (Double Header) | Macquarie University Sports Fields
- 25 November - Last training for the year
- 28 November - Last game for 2026 (Round 6)
Mr Justin Gates - Touch Football Convenor