Sport

Our Under 13 boys enjoyed a fantastic day out at the recent Rugby League Gala Day held at the Central Coast Regional Sporting Complex. While the scoreboard didn’t swing our way, the spirit, sportsmanship, and camaraderie on display were second to none.

The competition was fierce, showcasing some of the best young talent in the diocese. Our boys gave it their all in every match, supporting each other and representing their school with pride. It was a brilliant opportunity for them to grow as a team and enjoy the game they love.

A special thank you goes to Mr Underwood and Mrs Buchanan for their time, dedication, and support throughout the day. Your efforts behind the scenes and on the sidelines made the experience all the more memorable.

As we now shift our focus to Under 13 Touch, we look forward to seeing the boys back out on the field, bringing the same energy and enthusiasm to the next challenge.

Isaiah came 2nd in the 18–19 age group Olympic distance race! (1.5km swim • 40km bike • 10km run)

We are beyond proud of this incredible achievement, especially knowing the journey it took to get here. Isaiah has only been allowed to run for the past two weeks due to a tibia bone stress injury in both shins. Despite the setback, he pushed through with grit and determination.

Waking at 3:30am to train while juggling the demands of Year 12 is no easy feat. His dedication, resilience, and passion continue to amaze us.

Isaiah and his family have expressed a heartfelt thank you to all his teachers and supporters, their encouragement made a world of difference. The exemption Isaiah received for missing his English exam was truly worthwhile, and this result is proof of what belief and support can help achieve.

Go Isaiah!

Last week of term saw our boys head down to Rat Park, Northern Beaches for a big day of rugby. While it wasn’t quite our day, with a number of injuries and tough matchups, the boys showed incredible heart and resilience throughout.

A huge thank you to Mr Underwood and Mr Clark for taking the teams and for their ongoing support of sport at the College. Your commitment makes these opportunities possible.

To our players: you represented the College with pride, integrity, and sportsmanship. We couldn’t be prouder of how you carried yourselves on and off the field. We’ll regroup, recover, and come back stronger next year.

It’s always a privilege to take our students out and watch them compete with such spirit. Well done, boys!

We’re thrilled to share that Kye has been selected to join the prestigious Swimming NSW Sharks Squad, a team that represents the highest level of talent and sportsmanship across the state.

Last week, Kye attended a swim camp at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra, training alongside other top athletes as part of this elite program.

This incredible achievement is a testament to Kye’s dedication, determination, and discipline, both in and out of the pool. His selection marks the beginning of an exciting journey through the SNSW Pathways Program, which leads toward the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.

Kye’s family and our school community are immensely proud of his hard work and commitment. It’s inspiring to see his efforts being recognised at such a high level, congratulations, Kye!

We’re incredibly proud to share that Seth T has been crowned the 125cc (13–U15) Australian Champion after an outstanding week of racing in South Australia on his MC 125.

But that’s not all — Seth also secured runner-up in the 250cc (13–U15) category, capping off a truly remarkable performance across both classes.

This success is no accident. It’s the result of relentless training, unwavering determination, and a deep passion for his sport. Seth, your dedication continues to inspire us all, and it’s a joy to celebrate your achievements with our community.

Well done, Seth — we can’t wait to see what’s next for you!

We’re thrilled to celebrate the incredible accomplishments our students have achieved outside of school across a range of sports and competitions. From swimming and rugby league to ice hockey and netball umpiring, their dedication and success are truly inspiring.

Jackson is in his second year of refereeing with the Central Coast Rugby League Association. Thanks to his commitment and love for the game, he was selected as centre referee for the Under 13’s Girls Grand Final at Polytec Central Coast Stadium. What an honour!

Matilda competed in the Coast and Valley Swimming competition in August—her first time in the 13 & Over category—and achieved:

• 1st in 100m Freestyle
• 2nd in 50m Freestyle
• 3rd in 50m Backstroke
• 3rd in 50m Butterfly

Fantastic results!

Ewan was selected for the NSW 13 & Under Ice Hockey Team, competing in the 2025 Phil Ginsberg National Championship in Perth. The team placed 3rd nationally—a huge achievement!

Oscar plays representative ice hockey for the Newcastle Northstars U13 team, who also won bronze recently. He’ll be heading to Coffs Harbour for a 3-on-3 tournament and later this month will represent the Swedish Training Academy in an international tournament in Newcastle. Go Oscar!

Keira trained and qualified as a netball umpire in 2024. This season, she umpired U9 and U11 games and played her own matches too! Her mentors have praised her initiative and commitment—well done, Keira!

Jett had a huge season:

• Played in the U14 Southlakes Roosters Grand Final
• Selected for the U13 Central Coast team for the State 7s in Mudgee
• Competing in the DBL TRUBL Summer 7s in Queensland

Incredible effort!

Jayden made the Central Coast U15 7s team, and Jett made the U13 side—both competed at the State Championships in Mudgee during the holidays.

Andreas, Kai, Isaac, Jake and Harper from the Budgewoi Bulldogs were grand finalists recently at Tuggerah sports complex for Junior Rugby league. They were defeated by the Umina Bunnies.

Alirah played her first season of NRL with the U13 Northern Lakes Warriors Female team. They were undefeated most of the year and became the club’s first all-girls team to reach the Grand Final at Gosford Stadium. Though they didn’t win, we’re so proud of her dedication and teamwork!

Grand Final Champions!

Congratulations to the Toukley Hawks U14 Girls League Tag Division One team, who defeated the Entrance Tigers 28–16 in the Grand Final and finished the season as Minor Premiers!

Special shoutout to Tayla G, team vice captain and Player of the Match.

Team members from St Brigid’s: Lara, Chloe, Tayla M, Tayla G, Havanna, Milla, Danika, Kenzie, and Maniyah—what a team!

Let’s give a huge round of applause to all these students for their outstanding achievements. You make our school community proud!

We’re thrilled to share with you all, that the following students have been selected for the Central Coast Roosters Rugby League Academy 2025/26 in the Andrew Johns and Harold Matthews summer squads Representative Pathways!

This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to your hard work, dedication, and passion for the game. We couldn’t be prouder!

Andrew Johns Squad:

Finn S

Jayden A

Jett S

Harold Matthews Squad:

Ryda C

Your commitment to training and growth has truly paid off. We can’t wait to see where this journey takes you next.

Best of luck for the upcoming season, the future is yours to shape!

Melinda absolutely smashed it at the NSW All Schools Championships 2025. Showing grit, talent, and determination in a super competitive field!

6th in Shotput

5th in the 100m with a new PB!

4th in Discus

3rd in the 200m with a strong time

What an incredible start to the season, we’re all so proud of you, Mel! Your hard work is paying off, and we can’t wait to see what’s next.

Well done!

We couldn’t be prouder of Jerome P, who’s not only wrapped up his Year 12 journey but is also representing on the Australia All Schoolboys Rugby Union team!

Despite being in camp, Jerome was granted special permission to attend his formal, a beautiful night shared with fellow graduates and family. A well-deserved celebration for someone who’s worked so hard both on and off the field.

Jerome’s squad had a tough start, going down in our first match against Rugby Australia. But, they bounced back in style with a massive win in our first Test against the Fijian Schoolboys 61–26!!

As Vice Captain Jerome couldn’t be prouder of his team and their achievements. Jerome also had the support from his mates who drove all the way to Canberra to surprise him and watch him play! That kind of support means everything.

This experience has been unforgettable, and we’re all so excited for Jerome. Watching him grow, lead, and shine on this journey has been incredible. We are so very proud of you, Jerome!

We are so very proud of you, Jerome!