Secondary Sport News
In Secondary School sports news this week read about:
- SCEGGS Basketball
- Golf
- Equestrian
- NSW All Schools Athletics Championships
- Concussion in Sport
- IGSA Fixtures, Results and Wet Weather
SCEGGS Basketball — 2026 Season Wrap-Up
What a fantastic three terms of basketball for SCEGGS!
Our girls have shined week after week, showing incredible commitment, enthusiasm and team spirit throughout the season. There have been so many exciting games, memorable moments and individual highlights, far too many to mention but what stood out most was the way our teams consistently competed, supported one another and gave their best every week.
Across the three terms, many of our teams reached the playoffs with several grades going all the way to claim Championships, a wonderful achievement and a reflection of the hard work put in by our girls and coaches.
We also said a special farewell to our Year 12 girls, thanking them for their outstanding contribution to SCEGGS Basketball over the years. They have helped shape our program and leave behind a fantastic legacy for the girls who follow.
A huge thank you to our fantastic coaching team, coordinators and dedicated supporters who have been there week after week, helping our girls develop, compete and enjoy their basketball.
From myself, a very big thank you to everyone who has been part of SCEGGS Basketball in 2026. It has been a pleasure watching the girls grow, improve and, most importantly, enjoy playing the game they love.
We can be proud of what we have achieved together and we’re already looking forward to an even bigger and better 2027!
Mark Handel
Head Basketball Coach
Golf
Congratulations to Sondrine Bethke (Year 11) who recently won the Jack Newton 2026 Fore Golf Junior Matchplay for 16 years and over. This event matched the top eight players in NSW in a matchplay event over four rounds in two days. See results here.
Equestrian
A special shout out to Isla Oxley (Year 10) who competed at the Australian Interschools Equestrian Championships that were held in Victoria over the holidays. Isla and her horse Enbarr, produced some outstanding results and achieved two second places in the Small Tour Classes – Prix St Georges and Intermediate 1. Isla and Embarr also finished as Reserve Champions Overall. Isla then partnered with Jake Parbery in the Pas de Deux, where they were crowned Champions with an incredible score of 88% for their routine!
Well done also to Scarlett Webber (Year 11) who competed in the holidays at the “Equimillions” where she placed first on her horse, The Nomad, in the 80 Eventing Junior event. This is a fabulous achievement! Scarlett will be back in action at the Tamworth Interschools next weekend.
Congratulations to Hannah Doolan (Year 12) who has continued to balance her studies and equestrian career. Hannah was part of the winning Australian U21 team who won both the competition and series against New Zealand. Hannah also recently had the opportunity to attend the World Equestrian Games in Aachen in Germany as reserve for the Young Rider team. We wish Hannah all the best as she embarks on her HSC studies.
NSW All Schools Athletics Championships
The school holidays got off to a flying start for 11 SCEGGS athletes from Years 7-12, who competed against the state’s best at the NSW All Schools Athletics Championships.
Our students showcased outstanding determination, talent and sportswomanship across a range of track and field events, returning home with an impressive medal haul of eight gold, two silver and one bronze. The SCEGGS Athletics community is incredibly proud of the commitment and hard work these athletes put into both their preparation and competition.
There were standout performances across all age groups with Matilda Emanuel (Year 12) claiming double gold in the 800m and 1500m, Stasia Serafin (Year 7) sprinting to double gold in the 100m and 200m, Coco Espie (Year 12) securing two para-athletics gold medals and gold to Sarah James (Year 12) in the High Jump.
Silver medals were awarded to Lily Cooney (Year 12) and Beatrice Emanuel (Year 7) and Bronze to Nancy Newton (Year 12).
A special congratulations to all students who competed, represented SCEGGS with pride and achieved personal successes at this event.
We are delighted to share that six students have qualified to go through to next level of competition… the National Athletics Championships! Year 12’s Lily, Matilda, Coco, Sarah, and Year 7’s Bea and Stasia. These events will take place in Perth in December or April 2027 in Brisbane depending on age groups and events. We wish them every success in future competitions and can’t wait to follow their journeys!
| Year | Event | Result | Place | |
| Lily Cooney | 12 |
5000m |
17:43.98 | Silver medal |
| Matilda Emanuel | 12 | 800m 18 Years |
2:10.87 | Gold medal |
| 1500m 18 Years |
4:38.53 | Gold medal | ||
| Coco Espie | 12 | 100m 17-19 Years Para |
22.69 | Gold medal |
| 800m 17-19 Years Para |
2:48.74 | Gold medal | ||
| Sarah James | 12 | High Jump 17 Years |
1.66m | Gold medal |
| Nancy Newton | 12 | 5000m 19 Years |
17:44.80 | Bronze medal |
| Cecily Henshaw | 9 | 100m 15 Years | 13.84 | 9th in heat, 18th overall |
| Annabelle Miller | 9 | 400m 14 Years | 1:10.20 | 8th in heat, 16th overall |
| Sarah Ibrahim | 8 | 100m 14 Years | 13.63 | 5th in heat, 21st overall |
| 200m 14 Years | 28.67 | 8th in heat, 25th overall | ||
| Beatrice Emanuel | 7 | 800m 13 Years | 2:17.43 | 6th place |
| 1500m 13 Years | 4:45.26 | Silver medal | ||
| Stasia Serafin | 7 | 100m 12 Years | 12.68 | Gold medal |
| 200m 12 Years | 26.42 | Gold medal | ||
| Rosie Wong | 7 | 800m 13 Years | 2:29.31 | 4th in heat, 15th overall |
Ms Axford
Assistant Director of Sport
Concussion in Sport
The Sports Department have compiled this practical and helpful resource for parents, teachers, coaches and students to help identify and manage concussion in sport. Please click here to access the latest guidelines, courses, resources and providers.
IGSA Fixtures, Results and Wet Weather
The IGSA website and platform for accessing wet weather, fixtures and team results can be found here.
SCEGGS at Play
Do you have any sporting news or photos to share in the Green Gate?
We love seeing our students being active and want to celebrate their passion and enjoyment amongst the SCEGGS community. Please send in any action shots from the weekend and any other interesting sporting highlights to alisongowan@sceggs.nsw.edu.au
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact myself on 9052 2721 or 0418 491 521.
Alison Gowan
Director of Sport
