Sunshine Coast Sports - 2025 Annual Awards

Parents, students and coaches are encouraged to nominate themselves or others who have contributed positively to Grammar Sport, and who deserve to be recognised and celebrated. For more information about the awards and to nominate, visit their website. 

Nominations close Tuesday, 30 September 2025. 

Athletics

Sunshine Coast Regional Carnival - 27 - 28 August 

Well done to all students who represented the Independent District at the Regional Carnival. We look forward to celebrating your performances in our next Lion's Roar Newsletter. 

10-12 Years	13-19 Years	13-19 Years	13-19 Years
Alice A	Addison H	Hannah P	Lochlan G
Toby B	Amelie G	Harry G	Mae C
Mack C	Billy B-P	Heidi W	Marley R
Laura C	Claire C	Jack F	Meg F
Amber G	Davi NR	Jack K-A	Molly A
Ethan H	Eden L	Jack T	Oscar K
Rafferty K	Ethan W	Jaz E	Ryan K-D
Orlando R	Finn G	Josie A	Sian S
	Grace B	Jude B	Will K

Climbing

We congratulate Harriet D, who placed second overall in the Youth X division (U11) at the 2025 Queensland Youth State Lead for Climbing. Go Harriet!  

Football

U13 Comets

The U13 Girls have had a fantastic season, finishing second on the ladder! Last Saturday, they faced off against ladder-leaders Noosa in the Semi-Final and came away with a hard-fought victory, securing their place in the Grand Final on Saturday, 6 September. 

Under the guidance of Super Coaches Trent and Dan, the girls have been sharpening their play — focusing on through balls in attack and jockeying in defence. 

We couldn’t be prouder of the way the girls turn up each week, representing Grammar with pride and encouraging each other! 

U12 United

Returning players from 2024 (Ethan, Lucy, Tom, Reuben, Kauai, Emmanuel and Alistair) welcomed three new players to the team (Alex, Hudson and Xander) and were supported at every opportunity by Zaire. As the season progressed, the commitment at training, coupled with ever-improving on-field ‘team play’, resulted in some thrilling games and hard-fought battles. It is evident that every player has shown significant progression throughout the year, and they look forward to their first competitive year of football in 2026!

U7 Wolves

The team has grown so much over the last two years, every week showing signs of improvement and increased passion for the game. They have gone from playing as individuals to now showing remarkable teamwork and sportsmanship, whether on the field or cheering from the sideline. Well done to Finn W, Hugo C, Felix D, Charlie M, Luke H, Lewis H, Mustafa A, Max R and Oliver W.


Triathlon

World Championships here we come!

We recognise Addison H on her selection in the Australian Junior Elite Team and Hannah P as reserve, along with Jude B and Will K for their selection in the Australian Age Group Sprint Distance Team to compete at the World Triathlon Championships in Wollongong later this year. We are still waiting to hear on one further selection.

These are four significant selections, and a reward for ability and commitment to training and competition. Green and Gold race suits are on order!

Pool Lifesaving

2025 Australian Surf Lifesaving - Pool Rescue Championships

Earlier this month, six Grammar Pool Lifesaving Club members travelled to Adelaide with their parents to compete at the 2025 Australian Surf Lifesaving Pool Rescue Championships. This was our second time competing at this competition. In 2024, we won one gold medal. This year was certainly an improvement.

Thank you to Andrew Yanz, who was the Team manager for the Queensland and Australian Championships. Thank you to the parents for timekeeping throughout both Championships.

Luke Y (Year 8)	Silver U13 100m Obstacles Gold U13 50m Brick Carry Gold U13 50m freestyle with Fins Gold U13 100m Patient Tow with Ari Gold 12-13 4 x 50 Medley Relay Gold 12-13 4 x 50 Brick Relay Gold 12-13 4 x 50 Obstacle Relay
Ari W (Year 6)	Silver U12100m Obstacles Silver U12 50m Brick Carry Gold U12 50m Freestyle with Fins Gold U13 100m Patient tow with Luke Gold 12-13 4 x 50 Medley Relay Gold 12-13 4 x 50 Brick Relay Gold 12-13 4 x 50 Obstacle Relay
Indi B (Year 11)	Gold - Under 17 50m Swim with Fins Silver -Under 17 50m Manikin Carry Silver - Under 17100m Manikin Carry with Fins Bronze - Under 17 Super Lifesaver
Reagan C (Year 10)	Reagan assisted Maroochydore Surf Club with four team medals.

Thank you to Luke Stafford and his team for continuing to supply an outstanding training environment for our Grammar Pool Lifesavers and helping them achieve their aquatic sports goals. 

Jeannie Baxter-Reid
Teacher in Charge - Pool Lifesaving


Water Polo

This season, the boys faced off against St Andrew’s in a hard-fought game that remained close until the fourth quarter, when the opposition pulled ahead. This past Monday, they bounced back with a dominant win over Siena. Standout performances for the boys included Sam E’s defence and leadership, Pat B’s sharp shooting, and Aaron’s work rate in defence was rewarded with some significant turnovers.

The girls also took on both St Andrew’s teams—first playing a close match against Team 1 that slipped away in the final quarter, then securing a decisive victory over Team 2. Mae C demonstrated outstanding defence to shut down the St Andrew’s top scorer, while Taylor L-H impressed with her leadership and positive energy.

These wins have propelled both teams into the upcoming semi-finals on Monday, 1 September. With momentum on their side, Grammar heads into the next round with confidence and determination.

Water Polo Women’s Excellence Pathway Program

In partnership with Buderim Water Polo, we are proud to launch the Women’s Excellence Pathway Program, a dedicated weekly session focused on elite skill development, long-term athlete growth, and academic-athletic pathways.

Location: Sunshine Coast Grammar School Aquatic Centre
Time: Thursdays from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (6:15 arrival)
Dates: Thursday, 14 August, 21 August, 4 September, 11 September, 18 September (No session 28 August due to Coast Vs Bay Clash for U16 Athletes). These sessions will also run in Term 4. Dates to be confirmed.

For more information, refer below: