The weekend marked the conclusion of the APS 2026 Summer Sport season, and what a season it has been! Across all year levels and sports, Carey students demonstrated determination, teamwork, passion and pride. Below is a snapshot of some of the many standout moments from a busy and rewarding Term 1.
APS/AGSV Grand Finals
Girls Firsts Softball – Grand Final v Haileybury
Our Girls Firsts Softball team capped off an excellent season by securing a place in the Grand Final. In one of their strongest performances of the year, the girls fought hard in a high‑scoring contest, narrowly going down 13–10. Their teamwork, resilience and competitive spirit were outstanding, and they should be tremendously proud of their season.
Girls Firsts Touch Football – Grand Final v Mentone
The Girls Firsts Touch Football team also earned a Grand Final berth. Captain Alice set the tone, scoring in the opening minute. Mentone responded quickly with two tries, and the remainder of the match was a tightly contested battle. Carey eventually went down 4–1, but the team’s energy, unity and effort across the season were exceptional.
Congratulations to both teams for representing Carey with distinction.
Rowing – Nationals in Tasmania
Congratulations to our Boys First VIII, who qualified for and competed at the Australian National Championships in Tasmania. A strong heat performance saw them progress to the semi‑final. They delivered one of their best rows of the season in the B‑Final to close out their campaign.
Beyond results, the crew embraced the invaluable experience of competing alongside some of Australia’s top rowers and witnessed firsthand what it takes to perform at an elite level. The boys should feel incredibly proud of their growth and achievements.
APS Swimming and Diving Finals – MSAC
Carey swimmers and divers produced an impressive series of results at the APS Swimming and Diving Finals at MSAC, including several school records and podium finishes:
First Place
- Damon (Year 8) – U14 A 50m Fly (Carey record)
- James (Year 8) – U14 A 50m Breast (Carey record)
- Zara (Year 10) – U16 A 50m Fly and U16 A 50m Back
- Zahra (Year 10) – U16 A 50m Free
Second Place
- Zahra (Year 10) – 200 IM (Carey record), U16 50m Breast (Carey record) and U16 100m Free
- Zara (Year 10) – U17 A 50m Free
- Maddie (Year 7) – U14 B 50m Back
Third Place
- Zara (Year 10) – 200m Free
- Scarlett (Year 11) – U17 B 50m Free
- Isobel (Year 7) – U13 B 50m Back
- Bobby (Year 8) – U14 A 50m Back
- Ashleigh (Year 9) – U15 B 50m Back
- Maya (Year 11) – U17 B 50m Breast
Relay Podiums
U14 Medley Relay – third place
James (Year 8), Hamish (Year 8), Damon (Year 8), Bobby (Year 8)
U16 Medley Relay – third place
Zahra (Year 10), Zara (Year 10), Aly (Year 10), Abi (Year 9)
Congratulations to all students who competed on the night – an incredible effort!
APS Representative Team selections
A huge congratulations to the following students selected to represent the APS against the AGSV at Peninsula Grammar on Tuesday 31 March. This is a remarkable achievement and well‑deserved recognition of their season.
- Volleyball Boys: Asher (Year 12)
- Volleyball Girls: Tash (Year 12), Yana (Year 12, emergency)
- Tennis Boys: Parth (Year 10)
- Tennis Girls: Helen (Year 12, emergency)
- Softball: Neve (Year 10), Indianna (Year 11), Ashley (Year 11), Erica (Year 12)
- Touch Football Boys (Merit Team): Finn (Year 12)
- Touch Football Girls: Alice (Year 12, Captain), Samara (Year 11), Ava (Year 12), Olivia (Year 10, emergency)
- Cricket: Yannick (Year 11).
A fantastic achievement – well done to all representatives!
Student achievements beyond APS Sport
Carey students have also excelled on broader stages:
We saw outstanding results at the Victorian Swimming All Junior Competition from our Year 8 swimmers, Damon (first place in fly and third place in breaststroke), James (first place in breaststroke) and Bobby (third place in Freestyle).
Congratulations to Clementine (Year 7) and Oli (Year 8), both of whom represented Victoria at the national School Sport Australia Triathlon and Aquathlon Championships in Runaway Bay, Queensland – an extraordinary achievement.
Congratulations also to Alice (Year 12, U19) and Abbey (Year 11, U17) for being selected to represent Victoria at the National Netball Championships in Melbourne, at the State Netball Centre, between 9–15 April.
Summer Sport season highlights 2026
Looking Ahead – Winter Sport 2026
With Summer Sport now complete, we turn our attention to Winter Sport, beginning early in Term 2. Key dates include:
Term 1 Holidays: APS Winter First Teams continue training, practice matches, and final preparation.
Week 1 and 2, Term 2: Training commences for all Year 7–12 students.
APS Season Commencement
- Thursday 23 April (PM): APS/AGSV Girls Gala – First Teams
- Friday 24 April (PM): APS Boys Round 1 – First Teams
- Saturday 25 April: No sport due to Anzac Day
- Saturday 2 May: First full round of APS fixtures.
We look forward to another exciting season of Winter Sport.
Thank you to all students, staff, families and coaches for your energy and commitment throughout the summer season. We look forward to seeing everyone refreshed and ready for Term 2. Wishing our Carey community a safe and enjoyable Easter break!
Jack Joslin
Head of Sport and Activities
