Director of Sport and Co-curricular

Sport & Co-curricular excellence

As we close another remarkable year at Santa Sabina College, it’s the perfect moment to celebrate the achievements, growth, and spirit that have defined our Sport and Co-Curricular journey.

A Year of Growth and Achievement

  • More students than ever have embraced Sport and Co-curricular opportunities, showing enthusiasm and commitment across all year levels.
  • Standout performances in Representative Dance, Volleyball, Tennis and Saturday Sport have placed Santa Sabina firmly at the top of CGSSSA, NSWCCC, and IGSA competitions.
  • Beyond the sporting field, our students have shone in Debating, Public Speaking and Chess, earning respect and recognition across multiple school associations.

Expanding pathways

  • The Invitational Volleyball program has flourished, with strong participation and exciting results.
  • Primary students in Years 3 and 4 have eagerly joined Saturday Sport, building skills and confidence.
  • Many of our younger athletes are progressing through the Sydney Catholic Schools, Mackillop and NSW PSSA pathways, setting the stage for future success.

Celebrating success

  • Congratulations to SAN04 (Year 9) and SAN02 (Year 10) for winning Gold at the College Invitational Competition.
  • We are thrilled to be sending eight Volleyball Representative Teams to the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup on the Gold Coast (6–14 December).
  • At the School Girls and School Boys Tennis Tournament 2025, our students delivered outstanding performances:
    • Elyssa Jeitani (Year 9) triumphed in the Year 10 Girls Singles Finals.
    • Clara Smolcic (Year 7) fought bravely, narrowly missing victory in a tie-breaker during the Year 7 Singles Finals.
    • Olivia Wu (Year 8) reached both the Year 8 Singles Semi Finals and the Year 8 Girls Quarter Finals, showing resilience and skill.
    • Elyssa also became the Open Girls Doubles Champion (6–3, 6–3) alongside a Monte partner.
    • Elyssa and Clara teamed up in the Year 9 Girls Doubles Finals, battling hard in a close match (7–5, 6–4) to finish as Finalists.

A heartfelt thank you

None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our students, parents, staff, coaches, the Sports Department and College Leadership team. Together, we have not only offered opportunities but created pathways for excellence, resilience, and joy.

 Reminders & Opportunities

  • Sports Registrations: Contact the Sports Department at sport@ssc.nsw.edu.au to join.
  • Co-curricular Clubs: Registrations are open for Athletics, Fencing, Mandarin, Fit Club, Strength & Conditioning, Badminton, Water Polo, and Boxing.
  • Expressions of Interest: Term 1 2025 events — please see the email sent earlier this term HERE.

Luiz Ramalho
Director of Sport and Co-curricular Activities