ICCES Badminton, Swimming & Table Tennis

On Wednesday, 5 March, over 80 BMG students participated in the annual ICCES Badminton, Swimming and Table Tennis Competitions held at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC).

Our students represented the school with great pride and demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship throughout the day. Their dedication and effort resulted in several impressive individual and team victories, reflecting the school’s commitment to excellence in sport.

Badminton

• JNR Boys – 1st Place (Purv 9H / Vishtnu 8E / Omkar 9E / Daksh 7WF)
• JNR Girls – 5th Place Year 7-9 (Aahana 7G / Nirvi 8WE / Rishva 8D / Riya 9WA)
• SNR Girls – 1st Place (Joanne 12D / Aakansha 11I / Ananya 12D / Seshetah 10C)
• SNR Boys – Equal 1st (Shaunak 11WA / Sampath 10B / Ajneya 10WE / Shahil 10WB)

Overall Badminton Results:

Table Tennis

• JNR Boys – 1st Place (Viraj 9D / Neev 8F / Tony 8F)
• JNR Girls – 2nd Place (Gurbani 8A / Alannah 9D / Aadrika 8WA)
• SNR Boys – 1st Place (Eshaan 11A / Micah 11F / Sahil 11D)
• SNR Girls – 4th Place (Tehmina 10WB / Emma 11E / Illeana 10A / Tayla 11F)

Overall Table Tennis Results:

Swimming

• Ethan (11I) – 3rd Place Year 11/12 Freestyle
• Yitian (7E) – 3rd Place Year 7 Butterfly
• Aiden (7I) – 1st Place Year 7 Freestyle
• Abbey (9A) – 3rd Place Year 9 Butterfly
• Emma (12B) – 3rd Place Year 11/12 Freestyle
• Rodney (11H) – 2nd Place Year 11/12 Breaststroke / 3rd Backstroke / 3rd Freestyle
• Thomas (9A) – 3rd Place Year 9 Freestyle
• Ella (12J) – 3rd Place Year 11/12 Backstroke
• BMG Relay – 3rd Place Year 11/12 Freestyle Relay

Overall Swimming Results:

A sincere thank you to all BMG staff for their invaluable coaching in preparation for this event and for their assistance on the day. A special shout out to Mr Durham for all his hard work behind the scenes in preparation for the big day.

Mr Matt Harris – Sport and House Administrator/BMPSSA Coordinator

Maddingley

WestVic Academy of Sport

The partnership between the FedUni WestVic Academy of Sport and Bacchus Marsh Grammar will continue in 2025. In consultation with the Academy of Sport, Bacchus Marsh Grammar has once again been able to select athletes that will receive scholarships to the Academy of Sport. This will provide a range of benefits and services to assist with their sporting pursuits consisting of:

• Physical preparation – Musculoskeletal screenings and Fitness testing – conducted by Radford Athletic Development.
• Specific strength and conditioning coaching from academy staff.
• An elite athlete presentation conducted at BMG.
• A high-performance experience in S&C, recovery and wellbeing.
• Onsite education session hosted by a sports psychologist.
• Access to wellbeing network & resources.
• Access to the WestVic athlete support fund.

Congratulations to the following students that have were awarded scholarships into the program by Mrs Ogston and the outgoing Executive Officer of the WestVic Academy of Sport Shenae Keleher.

Mr Bryce Durham – Head of Faculty: PE and Health

Making a Splash at the Maddingley Middle School Swimming Carnival

On Tuesday, February 25th, a group of wonderful Year 3/4 students made history by competing in the Middle School Swimming Carnival at Melton Waves Leisure Centre-marking the very first time Junior School students have taken part in this thrilling event!

The day was a huge success with students diving into a variety of strokes, including breaststroke, freestyle, backstroke and butterfly. Beyond the competition, they soaked up the incredible atmosphere and cheered on a range of exhilarating water sports, including water polo.

A special shout out to Charlotte and Thomas J (Year 4), who dominated the pool, taking first place in ALL four events-an outstanding achievement!

Stay tuned as we will soon be announcing the Year Level Champions!

A massive congratulations to the following students who have qualified for the BMPSSA Swimming Carnival-your hard work and dedication have paid off!

Mrs Chantelle Estlick – PE Teacher

Woodlea

Woodlea Elite Sport

On March 6, Bacchus Marsh Grammar Woodlea’s Elite Sport class had the incredible opportunity to visit Ironbark Fields and immersing themselves in the world of professional sports. The excursion provided valuable insights into the inner workings of a professional sports club, offering students a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to succeed both on and off the field.

Students heard from key club personnel, including the Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Sales Manager, and Football Operations Manager, who shared their expertise on the business, branding and operational aspects of elite sport. They also had the chance to observe a professional team training session, gaining a firsthand appreciation of the dedication and discipline required at the highest level.

Adding to the experience, students participated in a mini-clinic, putting their skills to the test, and toured the club’s state-of-the-art facilities. The excursion was an inspiring and educational opportunity, reinforcing the pathways available in the sporting industry and highlighting the importance of professionalism, teamwork and resilience in achieving success.

Mr Evan Long – Head of PE Woodlea

WUFC Match Day Experience

On Saturday, March 8, Bacchus Marsh Grammar students had an unforgettable experience attending the A-League match between Western United FC and Wellington Phoenix. The event was a fantastic opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the excitement of professional football and support our school’s community partnership club.

Before the match, BMG students supervised pre-game football clinics and fan engagement activities, where they had the chance to enjoy the lively match-day atmosphere. These activities provided a great way for students to connect with the club and experience a professional football environment.

A special highlight of the evening was Year 3 Woodlea student Mehrish K being selected to deliver the match ball at the start of the game-a proud moment for both Mehrish and our school community. Adding to the excitement, all BMG students in attendance were invited to participate in a half-time march around the pitch, soaking in the electric atmosphere as the crowd cheered them on.

Western United secured a well-earned victory, strengthening their position as they push towards the upcoming finals series. It was a fantastic experience for our students, reinforcing the power of sport in bringing people together and inspiring young athletes to dream big.

Bacchus Marsh Grammar is proud to support our students in engaging with elite sporting experiences and looks forward to continuing our partnership with Western United FC.

Mrs Sarah Hunter – Deputy Principal: Deputy Head of Woodlea Campus
Mrs Sally Savic – Assistant Principal: Head of Junior School

MPSSA

On March 3, 24 of our talented swimmers made a splash at the MPSSA competition, representing our school against others in the Melton district. With outstanding performances across all events, our team secured first place overall!

A huge congratulations to all our competitors for their dedication, sportsmanship and incredible results. Below is a breakdown of our students’ fantastic achievements:

Individual & Relay Event Placings

This was a truly incredible achievement by all our swimmers, and we are so proud of their hard work, determination and team spirit. It is always a pleasure to see our students representing our school with such enthusiasm and sportsmanship.

Mrs Elle Pelly – Head of Year 6 Woodlea