Polding Athletics Carnival 

On Friday 12th September, our athletic stars took to the track and field at the Hunter Sports Centre, Glendale. They competed against hundreds of the best athletes from around our northern state, showing their speed, strength and agility. We congratulate Oliver S on his 1st place in the 100m and 200m - setting a new polding record for the 100m, Ava K on her 6th place in the 800m, Luca O on his 4th place in the 1500m, Thomas P on his 11th place in the discus and the senior boys relay team – Thomas P, Hudson S, Otis Z and Oliver S, on their 8th place. We recognise all of our amazing competitors and wish Oliver all the best as he moves on to State Championships. 

Knights 9’s Rugby League Gala Day  

On Tuesday, under clear blue skies, our Year 5 and 6 students enjoyed taking part in the Rugby League Gala Day at St John’s Oval, Charlestown. The day was filled with lots of laughs, fun, length of the field tries and tough tackles. Our mixed teams showed outstanding sportsmanship, teamwork, and enthusiasm. They demonstrated great skill and determination on the field, supporting each other and showing respect towards their opponents, shaking hands at the end of each game. We finished the day with many wins, a single loss and huge smiles on faces. A big thanks goes out to Aaron Watts and Peter Maxwell for coaching the students, alongside numerous other parents who supported the students throughout the day. We can’t wait to do it all again next year! 

NSWPSSA Football Championships 

On the 26th-29th of August, Alex B travelled to Ballina to represent Polding at the NSW PSSA Championships for soccer. Alex showed some impressive skills and talent throughout the week, even managing to score a goal for his team. The Polding team delivered a series of strong performances over the 3-day tournament, culminating in a commendable 9th place finish overall. Congratulations, Alex—your hard work and commitment truly shone through! 

Summer Sports Trials 

We are currently asking for nominations for the Summer Pathway Sports (PSSA). The Regional trials will take place in Term 4. The sports on offer are Tennis, Basketball and Cricket. 

These trials will be open to children in the current (2025) Year 4 and Year 5 classes who are competitive level players or have previous competitive, representative level experience. They are held to select children who display outstanding talent in a particular sport. 

If your child plays one of the summer sports on offer at the appropriate level and you would like them to be considered for selection, please collect a Summer Sports Trial nomination form from the school office or download it below.  

There is a separate form for both basketball, tennis and cricket, so please select the appropriate form to complete.  

These nomination forms must be completed and returned to school before Friday, 3rd October 2025. 

No late nominations will be accepted. 

Reminders 

Touch Football Gala Day

• Year 3/4 Tuesday 21st October, Newcastle Touch Fields, Broadmeadow
• Year 5/6 Wednesday 29th October, Newcastle Touch Fields, Broadmeadow 

Central Region Tennis Trials – Wednesday 29th October 

Central Region Basketball Trials – Monday 3rd November 

Shannon Bailey
Sports Coordinator