Congratulations to our Junior Boys Soccer, Senior Modified Volleyball, Junior Tee-ball, and Senior Softball teams - IPSSO Champions!
On Wednesday 17 September, Thomas Hassall hosted the Winter IPSSO Finals across our outstanding sporting facilities, welcoming teams for Netball, Soccer, Newcombe Ball, Volleyball, Tee-ball, and Softball.
We are proud to share that Thomas Hassall had eight teams competing in the ten semifinals:
- - Junior and Senior Boys Soccer
- - Junior Newcombe Ball and Senior Modified Volleyball
- - Junior Tee-ball and Senior Softball
- - Senior AFL
- - Junior Netball
From the Finals games four teams were crowned as IPSSO Champions:
- - Junior Boys Soccer
- - Senior Modified Volleyball
- - Junior Tee-ball
- - Senior Softball
This is a fantastic achievement and a testament to the dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship of all our students and coaches. Thank you to everyone involved for your commitment and effort throughout the season.
A BIG thank you to all Thomas Hassall staff who helped facilitate the day, with special thanks to Mr Swan and his team for setting up the grounds for all the sports. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Congratulations to all teams on a wonderful Winter IPSSO Sport season!
Junior Newcombe Ball and Senior Modified Volleyball

On Wednesday, both our Senior Volleyball and Junior Newcombe Ball teams earned their place after strong seasons filled with commitment, growth and teamwork.
Our Juniors, who had lost only one game all season, showed how much they had improved in both skill and communication. They played with determination in the semi-final and despite a close match against William Carey Christian School, finished the day in fourth place. Their growth as a team has been outstanding and they should be very proud of their efforts.
The Seniors faced a tough semi-final against St Gregs but kept their composure and played to their strengths to book a spot in the grand final. Starting with energy and confidence, they took the first set in record time. The second set was much tighter and slipped away, but the deciding set saw Thomas Hassall maintain a narrow lead to claim the championship. Their sportsmanship, teamwork and resilience shone through and they represented the College with pride.
It has been a joy to coach both teams this season along with Coach Gideon and Mr Aggett.
Mrs Cristy Abecina
Junior School Teacher - Year 6 Team Leader
Junior Teeball and Senior Softball

Both the Tee-Ball and Softball teams worked hard this season, focusing on learning the rules of the game, developing strong communication and supporting one another on the field. Players across both teams practised catching fly balls, fielding fast balls, batting to empty spaces and running between bases, showing perseverance and team spirit as they improved with every game. For the senior players in Softball, an extra challenge was added, sneaking cleverly between bases, which they took on with skill and determination. Across both teams, their teamwork, encouragement and focus stood out, especially during the Finals.
On Finals Day, our Junior team played first against Georges River Grammar in what turned out to be a nail-biting match. The first innings ended tied with 3 runs each, and the second innings followed the same pattern, with 7 runs apiece. To decide the game, a third innings was played, where again both teams scored 7 runs. With the scores locked tight all the way through, the game was declared a draw, making both sides winners.
Then it was time for our Senior Softball team, who faced William Carey Christian College. The game was just as thrilling. After a close first innings, we were ahead 4–3. In the second innings, the opposition scored 4, leaving us needing 4 runs to win. With two outs already against us and just 3 runs on the board, we dug deep and with some smart sneaking, brought in 2 more to clinch a dramatic 9–7 victory.
Both the Tee-Ball and Softball teams should be incredibly proud of their efforts this season. Congratulations to all players on an exciting and successful year!
Mrs Pamela Gilmore
Junior School Teacher - Year 4
Junior and Senior Boys Soccer

This season coaching the IPSSO boys soccer teams was a fantastic experience, with both the junior and senior squads making it through to Finals Day, a testament to their hard work and determination. The juniors kicked off with a strong 2–0 win over Wollondilly Anglican College, earning a spot in the grand final against Mount Annan Christian College.
They came out firing in the first half with a 3–1 lead and held on in the second to secure a 3–2 victory, finishing first in the competition. The seniors faced a tough opening match against Marcarthur Anglican College, trailing 2–0 at halftime before mounting an impressive comeback, equalising in the final minute to send the game into extra time. With the score still tied, they progressed to the grand final as pool leaders, where they faced a strong Wollondilly Anglican College side. Despite their grit and effort, they went down 6–1. Overall, it was a highly successful season filled with resilience and memorable moments for both teams.
Miss Breanna Evans
Junior School Teacher Year 6
Junior and Senior AFL

This year was another exciting season for our AFL teams, filled with early morning training sessions, competitive games, and plenty of team spirit.
Our Junior AFL team took big steps forward as they learned the game and developed their skills. The focus was on enjoying their football, building confidence, and working together. Results were mixed, but the enthusiasm and improvement across the team throughout the season was clear to see.
Our Senior AFL team had a standout season, dropping only two games in the lead-up to the finals. Their commitment and teamwork paid off with a well-earned place in the Finals Day competition. On the big day, they recorded one loss and one draw. The highlight was the remarkable draw against William Carey Christian School. Earlier in the season, William Carey had beaten our team by more than 40 points, making this result a testament to how much progress our players have made.
Both teams should be proud of their efforts, their sportsmanship, and the way they represented our College throughout the season.
Mr David Stroud
Junior School Teacher - Year 5 Team Leader
Junior and Senior Netball

What a season it has been for our netball teams! From the very first week of training, our students have grown tremendously — mastering the rules, sharpening their skills, and building a strong sense of teamwork along the way. The energy, commitment, and joy they brought to every game was inspiring.
Our Senior Team had a fantastic run, finishing 3rd in their pool and showing resilience right to the end. Meanwhile, our Junior Team had a standout season, finishing 2nd in their pool and securing a well-deserved place in the finals!
Finals Day, hosted here at our college, was an absolute highlight. The juniors kicked off against Oran Park in a thrilling match that stayed neck and neck until the very last whistle, with Oran Park just edging ahead. They then faced William Carey in another hard-fought contest, displaying determination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Against tough competition, our Juniors proudly finished 4th overall out of 16 schools — a huge achievement!
A massive congratulations to all our players — 11 in the Senior Team and 10 in the Junior Team — for their passion, improvement, and determination this season. Every single player contributed something special, from strong defence to sharp shooting, clever passing, and great team spirit. Together, they made this season one to remember!
Miss Dayla Tikeri and Mrs Bronwyn Ferguson
Junior School