2025 Junior/Intermediate Diocesan Basketball

The Diocesan Junior/Intermediate Basketball Gala day was held in Port Macquarie on 12th - 13th August.

Congratulations to all four teams from the College who competed across the two days and represetned the College with pride. Unfortunately, none of our teams will progress to the CCC championships in 2025.

A sincere thank you to Mrs Gray, Mrs McLeod, Mr Harvey and Mr Ratliff for coaching our teams and giving up your time for training.

The following report was provided by Mrs Gray regarding the 9/10 girls campaign.

The Year 9/10 Girls Basketball Team proudly represented our school at the Lismore Diocesan Basketball Championships, held over two action-packed days in Port Macquarie.

Day 1 – Finding Their Rhythm

Our first day on the court saw the girls come up against Murwillumbah and the Mackillop B team. These early games gave the team an excellent opportunity to settle in and build their confidence—particularly valuable for players who were new to basketball, with some experiencing their very first competitive matches. Despite the varying experience levels, the team gelled beautifully, demonstrating strong communication and team play. Both games were won convincingly, with the girls dominating by over 40 points in each.

Day 2 – Tougher Competition and Determined Spirit

Day 2 began with a high-pressure match against reigning champions John Paul College. The girls took the first two quarters to find their rhythm, but once they settled into the game, their intensity lifted significantly. Had they brought the energy and cohesion from the second half into the first, the result could have looked very different. Nevertheless, the girls walked away proud of their fight and determination.

Their strong performances earned them a spot in the semi-finals, where they faced a formidable Xavier College side—who ultimately went on to win the entire competition. Despite their best efforts, the girls were outclassed on the day. Compounding the challenge were several injuries, including a dislocated finger and some pre-existing conditions, which led to key players being on the bench or in foul trouble late in the final quarter.

Team Spirit and Sportsmanship

Throughout the tournament, the girls played with heart, integrity, and the true spirit of Regional representation. They supported one another on and off the court, encouraged their less experienced teammates, and upheld sportsmanship in every match. Their resilience in the face of injury and adversity was commendable, and they should be extremely proud of their efforts.

Full results from the day can be accessed here

Damien Kelly
Leader of Sport

8th September,  2025