Sport News
Mr Stuart McSwan | K - 6 Sport Co-ordinator
CIS Primary Boys Rugby League Trial
Congratulations to Max F (Year 5) who travelled to Sydney on Monday to trial for the NSW CIS Primary under 12's Boys Rugby League team. A great effort from Max.
With over 160 children trying out for only 17 spots there was fierce competition.
Max played half back in his three trial matches and lead his team to 3 successful wins with some great defence and try assists.
Unfortunately, Max wasn’t successful in earning a spot on the team this year but is looking forward to trialling again next year.
Focus Schools NSW Mountain Biking
Well done Alex K (Year 4) who last week competed at the Focus Schools NSW MTB Series at Awaba. Alex finished 2nd overall in the 11yr Boys cross country event. An amazing effort.
2025 Cross Country Age Champions
| 1st Place | 2nd Place | 3rd Place | 4th Place | |
| GIRLS | ||||
| 8-12yrs Girls MC | Chloe B | |||
| 8/9yrs Girls | Ivy H | Taimani O-H | Elsie F | Rita D |
| 10yrs Girls | Indy B | Ellanora M | Scarlett W | Scarlett Mc |
| 11yrs Girls | Amelie W | Samara W | Charlotte H | Saoirse C-D |
| 12yrs Girls | Lucy G | Emily C | Avalon R | Asher L |
| BOYS | ||||
| 8/9yrs Boys | Harry Th | Christian M | Max R | Ashton F |
| 10yrs Boys | Alex K | Aston P | Jamie K | Sam A-A |
| 11yrs Boys | Kade O-F | James C | Levi J | Max F |
| 12yrs Boys | Max F | Max L | Sidney V | Banjo T |
Dates for your Calendar
School Carnivals
| Date | Event | Location |
| TERM 3 | ||
| Friday - 19 September | GPCC K-2 Athletics Carnival | GPCC Grounds |
| TERM 4 | ||
| Friday - 24 October | GPCC K-2 Swimming Carnival | Peninsula Leisure Centre |
Carnival/Sporting levels:
GPCC: Green Point Christian College
HCZS: Hunter Christian Zone Sports (Zone)
CSSA: Christian Schools Sports Association (State)
CIS: Combined Independent Schools
PSSA: Primary School Sports Association
.Representative Carnivals
| Date | Event | Location |
| TERM 2 | ||
| Friday - 30 May | CSSA Primary and Secondary State Cross Country Carnival | Sydney Equestrian Centre |
| Thursday - 12 June | CIS Primary and Secondary Cross Country | TBA |
| Friday - 22 July | NSW PSSA All Schools X-Country Championships | TBA |
| TERM 3 | ||
| Tuesday - 5 August | HCZS Zone Primary Athletics Carnival | Glendale |
| Friday - 22 August | CSSA Primary State Athletics Carnival | Blacktown |
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Friday - 5 September |
CIS Primary Athletics Carnival | TBA |
| TERM 4 | ||
| Wednesday - 22 October | NSW PSSA All Schools Athletics Carnival Day One | TBA |
| Thursday - 23 October | NSW PSSA All Schools Athletics Carnival Day Two | TBA |
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GPCC Sport Teams
We are looking forward to sending our teams to a number of Gala Days and competitions in Primary again this year.
Students will have a chance to trial for certain school teams over the coming terms and will need to keep a close eye on the notices, teacher announcements in class and listen out for Assembly announcements for when trials will be held.
The protocol for team selection link: GPCC_PRIMARY_REPRESENTATIVE_SPORT_TEAM_SELECTION_PROCESS.pdf
- Teams have at least 2-3 trials before final selection.
- Unfortunately, it is simply not possible for all children who trial to be included in final teams. It is not uncommon for 40 students to trial for a team that only has 10 spots available.
- Once teams have been chose, they will aim to have at least one training session each week before a competition.
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Individual Sport Trials for Primary CSSA and CIS Teams (NOT GPCC teams)
These trials are not for GPCC school teams that we trial for here at school (as mentioned above). The CSSA or CIS trials are usually held in Sydney and students will be trialling against students from either other Christian Schools (CSSA) or other Independent Schools (CIS) and are usually recommended for those students that compete at a representative level.
Please email Mr McSwan before these Nomination dates if your child (YEARS 5 AND 6 ONLY) would like to be considered. Students need to be currently playing in the sport at a very high level and have several years' experience (preferably at a Representative level): Parents are required to transports students to and from these trials.
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CSSA and CIS Sport trial dates: Please note these are not for GPCC school teams.
| Term 2 | |
| Monday - 16 May | CIS Primary Boys and Girls Golf trials - Nominations clsoe Tuesday 10 June |
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* Students must be a member of a registered Golf Club (AGU, WGA), Jack Newton Golf Foundaiton, any Junior Development Program and their handicap at the time of nomination does not exceed 32 in the case of boys and 44 in the case of girls. If the field is too large, players may be balloted based on handicap.
Parents will be required to enter the following extra information on your nomination form:
- Golf Club
- GOLF Link Number
- Handicap.
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| Wednesday 16 June | CIS Primary Boys and Girls Golf trials. Nominations close Tuesday 10 June. |
| Wednesday 18 June (NEW DATE) | CSSA Primary State Gymnastics Levels Only (select students). Yeear 6 in Canberra |
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*All competitors are required to have an accredited gymnastics coach from their club attend on the day- Nominations close WEDNESDAY 4 JUNE Note: All competitors must be insured and registered with a Gymnastics NSW affiliated club. The CSSA State Gymnastics Competition is run following the NSW Gymnastics rules and guidelines. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students competing under different gymnastic affiliations ie. Recreational Gymnastics Australia (RGA). |
| Wednesday 18 June |
CIS Primary Rugby Union Trials #1 (select students). Nominations close Wednesday 12 June. Year 6 in Canberra |
CSSA have recommended that all adults (teachers, volunteers, and parents) complete the following module on Child Protection before attending any CSSA event (trials, gala days or carnivals). Thank you.
https://old.cssa.net.au/child_protection/index.html#/
Below is a link for the Risk Warning that accompanies all CSSA run events
https://cssa.nsw.edu.au/risk-warning/
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Mr Chris Harris | Years 7 - 12 Sport Co-ordinator
Secondary Cross Country
Our annual Cross Country will be held on Friday, 23 May, this is an exciting opportunity for students to challenge themselves, represent their House, and have some fun.
Due to the CSSA State Cross Country being held a week later (30 May) and entries closing Monday, 26 May, our event must go ahead rain, hail, or shine.
We’ve prepared a 1km track (not on grass), ensuring a safe course for all weather conditions. See below.
Event Details:- When: Friday, 23 May 2025
- Where: GPCC – see map below
- Time: Events begin at the end of Period 1 (9:50am) and conclude before lunch (1:20pm)
- What to wear/bring: Sports uniform, running shoes, and a drink bottle
Specific distances for each year/age group:
| Age | Distance |
| 17yrs and 18+ Girls | 4km |
| 17yrs and 18+ Boys | 6km |
| 16yrs Girls | 4km |
| 16yrs Boys | 6km |
| 15yrs Girls | 4km |
| 15yrs Boys | 4km |
| 14yrs Girls | 4km |
| 14yrs Boys | 4km |
| 13yrs Girls | 3km |
| 13Yrs Boys | 3km |
| 12yrs Girls (Secondary Only) | 3km |
| 12yrs Boys (Secondary Only) | 3km |
Students who would like to participate must sign up through the Extra-Curricular section in Student Café.
We look forward to a fantastic day of fitness, fun, and House spirit.
After a very early 4:15am start, four GPCC teams travelled to Tamworth for the HZCS Soccer Gala Day. Spirits were high (thanks to bus karaoke) and all teams gave their best on the field.
The Junior Boys won both round games and reached the semi-finals, narrowly losing to Wyong. Mr Read was proud of their performance and looks forward to their continued development.
The Junior Girls also made the semi-finals, going down in a tense penalty shootout. Miss Prater praised their growth and teamwork throughout Term 1 training.
The Senior Girls finished top of their group and showed great teamwork, falling short in the semi-final against Charlton. Miss Gough enjoyed every moment coaching them this season.
The Senior Boys went undefeated through the rounds and faced Carinya in a nail-biting Grand Final. After a 0-0 draw, the boys triumphed 7-6 in a dramatic penalty shootout, with Hunter M making three crucial saves. Mr Partridge was thrilled with the team's hard work and determination, on to State!
Dates for your Calendar
| Date | Event | Location |
| Wednesday 21st May | Central Coast Premiership City Cup U13s | Rogers Park Woy Woy |
| Wednesday 21st May | CCAFL Senior Boys and Girls Gala Day | TBC |
| Thursday 22nd May | HCZS Netball Gala Day | Netball Charlestown |
| Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd May | NSWAS Secondary Swimming & Diving Championships | TBC |
| Friday 23rd May | GPCC Secondary Cross Country Carniva | GPCC |
| Wednesday 28th May | Central Coast Premiership City Cup U15s | Carrington Street Oval |
| Friday 30th May | CSSA Secondary Cross Country | Sydney International Equestrian Centre |
Carnival/Sporting levels:
GPCC: Green Point Christian College
HCZS: Hunter Christian Zone Sports (Zone)
CSSA: Christian Schools Sports Association (State)
CIS: Combined Independent Schools
NSWAS: NSW All Schools
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Individual Sport Trials for CSSA and CIS Teams (NOT GPCC teams)
These trials are not for GPCC school teams that we trial for here at school. The CSSA or CIS trials are usually held in Sydney and students will be trialling against students from either other Christian Schools (CSSA) or other Independent Schools (CIS) and are usually recommended for those students that compete at a representative level.
Please email Mr Harris before these Nomination dates if your child would like to be considered. They need to be currently playing in the sport at a very high level and have several years' experience (preferably at a Representative level): Parents are required to transports students to and from these trials.
Any questions about college sporting teams, coaches, gala days, carnivals and trials can be directed to my email charris@gpcc.nsw.edu.au