Sports News

Ms. Cerene Hughes - Head of Sport and Activities
Mrs. Peta Richardson - Andrews Cup and Interhouse Carnival Coordinator
Mr. Jon Woods - Britton Shield Coordinator

A physically active culture is the cornerstone to positive wellbeing. A person’s attitude to sport and physical activity is often shaped by their experiences as a child or adolescent. Our programs are founded on creating enjoyable and positive learning experiences in skill acquisition and physical literacy. Our team of experienced and passionate coaches are committed to creating welcoming and inclusive spaces, a mindset of endeavour, goal setting and personal achievement, and a culture that values healthy habits and physical activity to support broader wellbeing and performance outcomes for life.

In 2023 Clayfield College Sport and Activities programs will provide students with the opportunity to find their passion in sport through participation in a wide range of activities. Clayfield College will continue to participate in Andrews Cup (Girls Years 2 to 6), Britton Shield (Boys Years 2 to 7), QGSSSA (Girls Years 7 to 12), school-based Interhouse competitions and is hopeful to introduce a selection of club sports throughout the year.

Our Co-curricular programs are transitioning to opportunities for Term 1 2023 sports and activities and parents are invited to register their daughter/son.

Primary Sport

Primary Swimming - Andrews Cup and Britton Shield (Years 2 to 6)

In preparation for the Andrews Cup and Britton Shield Swimming Competitions in Term 1 2023, all interested students that are entering Years 2 to 6 in 2023 are welcome to join the Primary Swimming pre-season training squad during Term 4, 2022. These swim sessions will be coached by the staff from Clayfield Swimming.

Training sessions are as follows:

Monday mornings 6:45 am - 7:45 am

Wednesday mornings 6:45 am - 7:45 am (Compulsory)

Thursday afternoons 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Friday afternoons 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

All students interested must attend the Wednesday morning training session and are encouraged to attend 1 or 2 other sessions throughout the week.

Training will continue until Friday 25 November 2022 and then recommence in Term 1, 2023. Please be advised that these sessions are not Learn to Swim classes and are for students who can manage a one hour training session.

Current Year 1 and Year 2- Students wishing to attend these Primary swimming squad sessions will need to be assessed to ensure they are at an appropriate standard.

Assessments will take approximately 10 minutes with a member of the Clayfield Swimming coaching team and are available on Friday afternoons at 3:30 pm starting from Friday 7 October.

Please note: Year 2 students already attending squad or stroke development at Clayfield Swimming, or were a part of the 2022 Andrews Cup or Britton Shield Swim Team, will not need to be assessed. Please contact me prichardson@clayfield.qld.edu.au if you have any further queries.

Primary Sport - Britton Shield

Britton Shield - Aquathlon

On October 28 Clayfield College hosted the inaugural Britton Shield Aquathlon. I would like to personally thank the contingent of 17 aquathletes who took on the challenge of a run, swim, run. Our aquathletes competed over a range of distances in very hot and testing conditions. I acknowledge the boy’s efforts and commitment to their preparation and representing the College with honour. They are role models to others by giving everything for a bigger cause and playing their part by contributing to the team. Congratulations!

Britton Shield - Cricket

On November 2 Clayfield College hosted the Britton Shield Cricket carnival held at Toombul Cricket Fields. Despite the high winds blowing over stumps and boundary markers the boys embraced the spirit of good sportsmanship and had a great day. The under 8s were rewarded for their regular training attendance with an undefeated day. One of the highlights were co-captains Oliver and Charlie amassing 33 runs of one 5-ball over. The under 8s were presented with their trophy at the end of the carnival. The under 10s were ably led by Aarav and managed a win over an Ipswich Junior Grammar team but found eventual winners Moreton Bay Boys College a bigger challenge. All boys who regularly attended training and competed at the carnival should be commended.

Britton Shield - Swimming

Reminder that students must attend the Wednesday morning training session plus 2 other sessions throughout the week or 1 other if you are already attended the Friday Aquathlon training session:

Monday mornings 6:45 am - 7:45 am

Wednesday mornings 6:45 am - 7:45 am (Compulsory)

Thursday afternoons 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Friday afternoons 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Training will continue through Term 4 and into Term 1 2023.

Secondary Sport - QGSSSA

These include AFL (EOI), Artistic Gymnastics, Basketball, Cricket, Football, Softball (Years 10-12 2023), Swimming and Touch Football.

Girls in Years 6 to 11 are invited to register for the proceeding sports and activities so we can plan and commence pre-season training.

QGSSSA AFL (Years 10 to 12 in 2023 – Expression of Interest)
QGSSSA Artistic Gymnastics
QGSSSA Basketball
QGSSSA Cricket
QGSSSA Football
QGSSSA Softball (Years 10 to 12 2023)
QGSSSA Touch Football
QGSSSA Swimming

Club Sport

Parents are invited to register an expression of interest for the following 2023 Club Sport Programs.

Please note, the listed 2023 club sport opportunities will only proceed if there are sufficient numbers to form teams.

Basketball – Boys (Years 3-6 2022)

Junior Club Competitions operate year-round and are split into Summer and Winter (Championships) seasons.

When: Friday nights and Saturday mornings from April to September

Where: Auchenflower Stadium as well as external venues in the club catchment area.

Football – Boys (Prep to Year 6 2022)

The club football program will aim to provide development opportunities and take young players on their football journey with an emphasis on fun.

Under 6 - Under 7 | Compete in-house

Under 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12 | Travel teams

When: Saturdays from March to September

Where: TBC

Netball – Girls (7 years to 12 years)

When: Saturdays from March through to August.

Where: Downey Park Netball Association (DPNA

How: DPNA is the competition coordinator and the competition venue.

How To Sign-On

It is vital to ensure you have signed on or registered interest via Parent Lounge for the aforementioned activities and subscribe to the activity on the College App.

Login to Parent Lounge
Go to 'Events & Payments'
Select e.g. 2023 SPORT | QGSSSA Artistic Gymnastics Sign-On
Click 'Accept' in drop down box on right
You have now registered an ‘EOI’ or signed-on for the nominated sport.

College App

Game day updates on venues, times and last-minute changes, as well as training cancellations due to weather, will be communicated via the College app.