Matt Grice, Director of Sport

Matt Grice, Director of Sport

Dear Parents and Guardians,

They just amaze me at how much time and commitment they put into their sport in general. The spirit on the weekend was testament to the pride the students have in the school. They are a pleasure to be associated with… Paul Hallam.

Sydney’s wild weekend weather saw most fixtures washed out.  Grounds across the city resembling more of a duck pond than a playing field. Thankfully, the Cranbrook Footballers still had their chance to shine under the Friday Night Lights at Knox. While the result didn’t fall our way, the boys played with great Cranbrookian spirit and energy, embracing the challenge and making the most of a rare night-time spectacle – even if the ducks enjoyed the conditions a little more than we did!

This Saturday sees the CAS Cross Country Championships held at Sydney Park. Cranbrook are looking to defend their 2024 overall title, and I know the team have prepared exceptionally well for this final event. We wish Mr Uncles, Drew and Kurt Fryer and the entire squad the best of luck!

This week marks the end of the Cranbrook sporting journey for most of our Year 12 students. I just want to say a big thank you to each and every one of them for the way they’ve thrown themselves into sport during their time here. The early mornings, the long training sessions, the gym work, the speed and agility drills, and of course, the matches – win or lose – they’ve given their all for their mates, their families, and Cranbrook. Their effort, teamwork, and sportspersonship have lifted not only their teams but the whole Cranbrook community, and they’ve shown what it truly means to be a Cranbrookian. We’re incredibly proud of them and grateful for everything they’ve given over the years. (16A & 10As 2023 below)

Cranbrook is excited to host the combined Winter Sports Award Presentation, a special event bringing together the entire Cranbrook community to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the Winter Season. This evening will shine a spotlight on the exceptional performances and dedication of our Winter Sports Teams and individual athletes.

Event Detail: Friday 15th August, 5:30pm – 8pm at Vicars Centenary Hall

Tickets are now available to book here.

To Note:

  • The Winter Season fixtures conclude on Saturday 9th August.  We then move into our Athletics and Summer Pre-Season period.

Please note there will be no Saturday sport – unless students are part of the Athletics Team during this period.

However, I encourage all students to try out for the Athletics Team. Cranbrook’s Athletics Team provide students an opportunity to develop and enhance their athletics skills, as well as skills related to their specific summer and winter sports. Through regular training and guidance from experienced coaches, they will improve technique, agility, and speed, ultimately becoming a better athlete.

It’s also a great opportunity to train and be part of a group outside their regular summer and winter sports.

If students have any questions regarding athletics, please email: Miss Williams AWilliams@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au

  • This weekend’s fixtures here
  • Winter Sports Team Photos – are scheduled for the week commencing Monday 11th August – further details can be found below and have been sent to all families.
  • The T3 2025 Co-Curricular and Sport Schedule can be found here

Sports Resources – contain essential information regarding sports events, schedules and important updates for the year ahead

Looking forward to seeing everyone around the grounds this weekend.

Matthew Grice
Director of Sport P-12