Hockey Success
Congratulation to Zali Ward (staff), Ruby G (12E) and Adi S (8B) on their recent sporting achievements in Hockey.
Zali Ward, a staff member at Bacchus Marsh Grammar, has achieved a notable milestone in her hockey career with her selection in the Hockey Australia Women’s National Development Squad - the elite tier that identifies and nurtures players poised for future national team honours. Ward’s inclusion in this prestigious development squad reflects her dedication, skill and consistent performances at state and national levels. Being named in the squad not only celebrates her athletic achievements but also positions her as a promising prospect on the pathway towards full senior national team selection, bringing her closer to representing Australia on the world stage.
Emerging hockey talent Ruby has been named in the Hockey Victoria Under-21 squad, marking another major step forward in her representative career. Ruby’s selection into the U21 training squad reflects her consistent high-level performances across junior and state competitions and underscores her potential as one of Victoria’s exciting young prospects in the sport. The selection comes on the back of a strong progression through state teams – including representing Victoria in under-18 competitions and earning accolades for her play in national championships – and highlights her ongoing development as a midfielder with an eye for goal and a strong work ethic on the field. This achievement not only celebrates Ruby’s hard work and dedication, but also positions her on the pathway toward potential future national squad opportunities, as she continues to balance her hockey commitments with her studies and local club competition commitments in Victoria.
In a thrilling display of skill and teamwork, Adi has helped the Victoria U14 Girls indoor hockey team to a gold medal victory at the 2025 Hockey Australia U14 National Indoor Championships, held in Canberra in January. The national tournament – which brought together the country’s top young indoor hockey talent – saw Victoria’s U14 Girls emerge triumphant in a competitive final, showcasing strong attacking play, resolute defence and outstanding teamwork throughout the week’s matches. This achievement not only celebrates Sanders’ individual dedication and growth in the sport but also highlights the depth of talent in Victoria’s junior indoor hockey ranks as they continue to develop players ready for higher levels of representative hockey.
Matt Harris – Head of Sport
Individual Sporting Achievement
We would like to congratulate Myah of 10B on her outstanding performance at the Little Athletics Regional Carnivals, held over the weekend at Corio.
Myah began the weekend in spectacular fashion, claiming a gold medal in the Long Jump with an impressive leap of 5.30 metres. She continued her strong form by winning gold in the High Jump with a height of 1.47 metres, followed by another outstanding 1st place in the Triple Jump, recording a massive jump of 10.40 metres.
To cap off a highly successful weekend, Myah won her heat in the 100-metre sprint and was placed second overall.
As a result of these achievements, Myah will now progress to the State Championships in March at Lakeside Stadium.
Tenielle Brown – Head of Faculty: Physical Education and Health (Maddingley Campus)