GSV Round 2 Wrap Up

Round 2 of GSV began with our Senior teams taking the courts and fields. Premier League Netball faced a tough opposition in Mentone Girls’ Grammar and played outstandingly. The team went down 24-31 but were on the heels of Mentone late. Our Senior Hockey managed a very strong 4-2 win over MLC behind some really impressive play from the forwards.

Our Inter Netball A got a gritty win over Our Lady of Mercy College at our St Catherine’s courts, while Inter Hockey went down 2-0 to Toorak College.

The biggest result of the week went to Junior AFL who won their first match of the season and for over a year beating Melbourne Girls’ Grammar School 22 – 6. The girls played great footy and should be so proud. Our Senior AFL team fought hard against a very talented MGGS outfit, going down 55-0.

GSV Representative Swimming

We are thrilled to celebrate the achievements of two outstanding swimmers from our school, Vera Z (Year 10) and Kimberly C (Year 7), who were selected to represent GSV at the prestigious Victorian Schools Associations Competition held at MSAC on Monday night. Their dedication, hard work, and talent truly shone, and we couldn’t be prouder of their remarkable performances!

Kimberly C made waves with her incredible results:

• 1^st – Girls 12/13 50m Butterfly
• 1^st –  Girls 12/13 4x50m Medley Relay

Vera Z also showcased her exceptional skills:

• 2^nd – Girls 4x50m Breaststroke Relay
• 2^nd – Girls 14/15 4x50m Medley Relay
• 2^nd – Girls 14/15 50m Breaststroke

Their achievements highlight not only their individual talent but also the strength and spirit of teamwork. Both Kimberly and Vera’s performances are an inspiration to the entire school, and we look forward to seeing what they achieve next.

Please congratulate these amazing athletes for their hard work, determination, and outstanding sportsmanship!

House Athletics

On Tuesday 13 May, the Senior School gathered at Duncan McKinnon Reserve for one of the most anticipated events on the sporting calendar — the annual House Athletics Carnival. With the sun shining and spirits high, the day was set for fierce competition, house pride, and plenty of personal bests.

It was fantastic to see such strong participation and determination from all students as they threw, jumped and sprinted their way through the day. House colours filled the venue and the energy was electric as students cheered on their peers across every event.

Two of the most exciting moments on the track were our showcase sprints. The Junior Flyer featured the 10 fastest Year 7 students over 100m, with Imogen Brownjohn powering home for the win in a time of 13.68 seconds — an impressive display of raw speed and composure.

Junior Flyer Results

1^st – Imogen B

2^nd – Ivy Z

3^rd – Ally M

4^th – Minnie C

5^th – Abigail C

6^th – Sienna Y

7^th – Ziwen Y

8^th – Willow D

9^th – Salina Z

10^th – Gemma J

The Blue Ribbon Race, featuring the 9 fastest athletes from Years 8–12, lived up to its name. A huge congratulations to all who qualified for this prestigious race, and especially to Isabella F, who claimed victory in an outstanding time of 12.7 seconds.

Blue Ribbon Results

1^st – Isabella F

2^nd – Paloma G

3^rd – Camille B

4^th – Violetta C

5^th – Lily V

6^th – Jessica E

7^th – Issy B

8^th – Alex P

9^th – Vinuki R

Off the track, the house chant competition brought the noise — quite literally — with each house putting forward their most creative and passionate performance to earn those all-important extra points. Langley Templeton took out the chant title for 2025 with a spirited and united effort.

To close out the day, the crowd was treated to an unforgettable final race — the 8x100m relay. With Langley Templeton holding the lead for most of the race, Davis’s Isabella F delivered the chase-down of the year, surging home in the final stretch to snatch victory for her house in spectacular fashion.

Thank you to all the parents and staff who supported the day — from cheering trackside to helping with events, your presence was greatly appreciated.

The final results reflected the competitive spirit and effort across all events:

1st – Davis
2nd – Langley Templeton
3rd – Holmes Kilbride
4th – Beaulieu Blair

Congratulations to all students for their participation, enthusiasm and effort. The day was a true celebration of house spirit and athletic excellence!

Cross Country Wrap Up

It’s been a fantastic start to Term 2 for our Cross Country team, with two major events showcasing the strength, spirit, and dedication of our girls.

GSV Tan Practice Competition – Tuesday 29 April
A huge congratulations to all the girls who competed in the GSV Cross Country Practice Competition at The Tan. The 3.8km course was no easy challenge, but the girls took it on with determination, resilience, and team spirit.

A special shoutout to Charlotte R, who ran the fastest lap of the day with an impressive time of 15:47, and was crowned the St Catherine’s Fastest Lap of The Tan winner—an incredible achievement!

2025 Victorian All Schools Road Relay Championships – Saturday 3 May
Held at Princes Park, our athletes delivered outstanding performances across all age groups. It was an inspiring day filled with teamwork, endurance, and great results. Highlights included:

• Female U20 4 x 3km Team
  Lucy K (14:04), Diya A (15:53), Sofia S (16:00), Jessica E (15:16)
  Total Time: 1:01:13
• Female U18 4 x 3km Team
  Charlotte R (12:09), Carla M (14:09), Pippa V (14:18), Maddy H (14:35)
  Total Time: 55:11
• Female U16 Individual
  Bella Sullivan – 3km in 15:14
• Female U16 4 x 3km Team
  Alexandra P (14:46), Emma H (14:04), Chloe D-F (15:25), Zoe K (13:53)
  Total Time: 58:08

Upcoming Event

• 2025 Victorian All Schools Cross Country Relay Championships – Saturday 25 May
  We return to Jells Park this year, a fantastic course.

Well done to all athletes so far. Your effort, consistency, and passion continue to set the tone for a strong season ahead!