AFL QSchools Cup

Grammar students represented our school with pride a the recent AFL QSchools Cup carnival, with stand-out performances across all levels. 

Our Senior Girls AFL team clinched second place, led brilliantly by Molly F, whose leadership and determination set the tone for the day.

Meanwhile, the Junior Boys team topped their pool and finished third overall — an impressive result that sees them progress to the next round. A big thank you to Rick Atkinson and Noah H for their invaluable support on the day.

27 students from Year 5 & 6 participated in a spirited round of football. Although official scoring and ladders weren’t kept, the focus on skill development, teamwork and sportsmanship shone through. With each match, players grew in confidence and cohesion, showcasing remarkable improvement and a genuine love of the game.

Tthank you to our coaches, Nick Dutton, Kate Parsons, and Nic O’Shannessy, for guiding and preparing our teams. 

Well done to all students on these performances!

Congratulations to Hugh C on his outstanding achievement in earning representative honours for the Sunshine Coast Regional 10-12 years AFL team. Hugh played with pride and determination, helping his team secure an impressive 3rd place finish out of 12 competing teams. He was a fantastic ambassador for our school, demonstrating great sportsmanship and commitment throughout the tournament. Well done, Hugh!

Primary

On Tuesday, 10 June, our Primary students took to the track at the University of the Sunshine Coast for a fantastic day of athletics, energy, and enthusiasm. The annual Primary Athletics Carnival was a vibrant celebration of House Spirit, community engagement, and student achievement.

From the first race to the final event, The Flash, the atmosphere was electric. Students gave their all in every event — running, jumping, and throwing with determination and pride. It was wonderful to see so many smiles, high-fives, and moments of encouragement between competitors.

A heartfelt thank you goes to our incredible parents and extended family members who came along to cheer, support, and actively engage in the day. Your presence and the way you modelled respect for staff, students, and fellow spectators helped create a positive and inclusive environment for all.

We also extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated teaching and support staff, whose organisation, energy, and encouragement ensured the day ran smoothly and successfully. Your efforts behind the scenes and on the field are truly appreciated.

Well done to the following students who broke records on the day:

Congratulations to all students for their participation and sportsmanship. We look forward to celebrating our Age Champions at a formal assembly in Term 3.

What a wonderful day of community, competition and connection!

House Spirit Champions: Bradman Bulldogs

House Athletics Champions: Lawson Hawks

Secondary

The recent secondary school athletics carnival was a resounding success, showcasing the talents and sportsmanship of both boys and girls across a variety of events. The day was filled with excitement and energy as students participated in a wide range of athletic competitions, including sprints, long-distance races, jumps, throws, and the highly anticipated age group relays.

The atmosphere was brilliant, with students cheering each other on irrespective of whether the athletes were in. It was pleasing to see the level of support and encouragement among peers, which undoubtedly contributed to some outstanding performances. Several students achieved personal bests, and the relays were a highlight, with teams demonstrating excellent teamwork. The Lawson 12-year-old girls beat all other 12-year-old girls and boys teams by 30m!

We extend our thanks to all the staff members, particularly the House Coordinators, who made this event possible, especially Mr Talbot and Tanya Hoffman. Their dedication and hard work in the lead-up to the carnival and on the day itself were key to ensuring everything ran smoothly. The senior house leaders also deserve a mention. Thank you to everyone.

Congratulations to this year's House Champions:
House Spirit - Bradman Bulldogs
Champion House – Sturt Leopards

Record - Congratulations to Mae C, who equalled the 15-year girls' high jump record of 1.60m!

Look out for our district team announcement, age champions will be presented next term.

Sarah had an unforgettable week in Hawaii at the 2025 Global Games, where she had the incredible opportunity to compete on the international stage with her Ausfunk cheer and dance teams. Competing against many talented teams from the USA, Canada, China, New Zealand and Australia, Sarah and her teammates rose to the challenge and achieved outstanding results:

• 3rd Place – Level 2 Cheer
• 4th Place – Level 1 Cheer
• 4th Place – Open Hip Hop
  
  
  

Equestrian

During the holidays, we will have 10 of our riders competing in the 2025 Edwards Saddleworld Toowoomba Interschool Queensland State Championships from 30^th  June – 4^th July. Congratulations to Amelia B, Mia D, Cassidy S, Jorja H, Ivy H, Finn P, Gracie T, Amelia M, Charlotte R and Birdie P.

Good luck to all of our riders.

Pool Lifesaving

The second term has been big for Pool Lifesaving. Our School Team defended their Secondary and Primary Champion titles in the Annual Queensland Schools Pool Lifesaving Championships earlier this month. 

The Sunshine Coast Grammar Pool Lifesaving Club has been training on Saturday afternoons and has competed in the three-branch competitions. On Sunday, 15 June, Sunshine Coast Grammar Pool Lifesaving Club competed at their third round of the Surf Lifesaving Pool Rescue Carnivals. We had a team of six compete in Brisbane at the Musgrave Park Aquatic Centre. 

Brisbane  Surf Pool Rescue Results 

• Ari W - First Under 12 50m Fins   
• Luke Y - First Under 13 50m Fins 
• Owen B - Second Under 13 50m Fins   
• Tom B - Fifth Under 13 50m Fins
• Under 12/13 Pairs Rescue - First A Team - Ari and Luke, Fourth B Team - Owen and Tom
• First Under 12/13 4x50m Medley Relay - Luke, Owen, Tom and Ari
• First Under 12/13 4x25 Brick Relay - Luke, Owen, Tom and Ari 

They will be competing at the Queensland Surf Pool Rescue Championships on the last week of the school holidays. 

2025 Commonwealth Lifesaving Championships

The Grammar Pool Lifesaving Club has seven competitors and six officials representing Royal Lifesaving Australia at the 2025 Commonwealth Lifesaving Championships being held in Swansea, Wales, on the last weekend of the school holidays.

We wish our very own Reagan C every success at the Championships. Mrs Jeannie Baxter-Reid and her husband, Rob Reid, will be attending the championships as the Grammar Pool Lifesaving Club support team and as Commonwealth Officials throughout the Championships. 

Jeannie Baxter-Reid
Teacher in Charge - Pool Lifesaving

Primary School Gala Day

Term 2 Gala Day was a fantastic showcase of teamwork, enthusiasm, and school spirit as Sunshine Coast Grammar students took to the fields and courts with pride. Representing our school across a wide range of sports, students demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship and camaraderie throughout the day.

The competition featured a vibrant mix of sports, including mixed cricket, boys' rugby, boys' basketball, girls' volleyball, girls' Olympic handball, mixed tennis, girls' touch football, and boys' football. Each team played with determination and heart, proudly wearing the Grammar colours and supporting one another both on and off the field.

It was inspiring to see students embracing the values of fair play and resilience, with many games coming down to the wire. The energy and encouragement from teammates and spectators alike created a positive and uplifting atmosphere that truly reflected the Grammar spirit.

A huge thank you to all staff, coaches, and volunteers who made the day possible. Your support and organisation ensured a smooth and enjoyable experience for all involved. Full results from Gala Day will be posted on the sports noticeboard on campus. Congratulations to all students for representing Sunshine Coast Grammar with pride!

We congratulate Max P and Katie H on their incredible performances representing Grammar last Sunday at the Queensland Indoor Rowing Championships.

Max achieved 3 x gold medals in the Under 10 100m, 1 minute and 500m events. Katie achieved gold in the 17-18 years 2000m event in a very close finish.

Interested rowers are encouraged to contact Taryn Lazarus at Maroochy River Rowing itadmin@maroochyriverrowing.com.au. Grammar has a strong history of rowing with  Maroochy River, with nearly 10 students currently rowing for the club. All new and returning rowers are welcome!

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