Ready, Set, Go!

Students have been participating in the pre-carnival events which commenced this week. See website for timetable of PRE-CARNIVAL EVENTS.  All students are welcome to participate. Points go towards Individual Champion Points, House Points and the opportunity to represent the school in the forthcoming Interschool Athletics Carnival early Term 4. 

Athletics Carnival is scheduled for Friday, 5 September 2025. Go to NEWS/EVENTS on our website for the Carnival Day timetable and arrangements for the day. The program for the day will be published closer to event date. 

Belridge House Basketball Heats Up! 

Term 2's House Basketball competition was packed with energy, skill, and serious school spirit! With a huge number of teams entering from Years 7–12, the courts were buzzing all term long.

The standard of play was outstanding, with several younger teams making deep runs into the finals — showing that the future of Belridge basketball is bright!

The grand final was an absolute nail-biter, featuring last year’s champions — Will Parker, Patrick Oulton, Mark Tobin and Beau Sharpe — up against another talented Year 12 team of Lachy Pugh, Connor Atherden, Blair Hille, Sammy Dickerson, and Kieran Gray.

The reigning champs jumped out to a 7–2 lead (first to 10 wins), but the challengers clawed their way back to 9–9 before the final bucket sealed the deal.

Final Score: 10–9

Back-to-back champions!

Huge congratulations to all students involved and a special shoutout to our repeat champs — legends on the court!

Belridge Dominates at Champion Schools Volleyball Carnival

On Thursday, 19 June 2025, Belridge Secondary College made history at this year’s Champion Schools Volleyball Carnival, nominating a record-breaking six senior school teams — four female and two male — the highest number of teams the College has ever entered.

It was a day to remember, with our College dominating the competition and claiming victory in four of the six divisions.  

RESULTS

• Girls A Division – Runners Up
• Girls B Division – Champions
• Girls C Division – Champions
• Boys B Division – Champions
• Boys C Division – Champions

The Girls A Division team delivered a stellar performance, falling just short in the grand final against a Mount Lawley team packed with state-level talent. Their achievement in reaching the A grade grand final marks them as the most successful girls’ team in Belridge Secondary College volleyball history - a result they should be incredibly proud of.

The Girls B Division side showed nerves of steel, winning back-to-back thrillers in the semi-final and grand final. Their energy, excitement, and momentum carried them all the way to a well-deserved championship.

The Girls C Division team, made up entirely of Year 11 students attending their first volleyball carnival, tied for top spot with two other schools. Thanks to a superior percentage, they were crowned champions — a fantastic result for a young and enthusiastic team.

On the Boys’ side, the Boys B Division team was a dominant force, going through the day undefeated. They played a dynamic and disciplined brand of volleyball that impressed all who watched.

The Boys C Division team dropped just one match throughout the carnival and cruised to a grand final victory with a polished and commanding performance.

All students represented Belridge Secondary College with pride and sportsmanship. Their commitment to training, willingness to give up recess and lunch times, and the support they showed each other on and off the court was outstanding.

Congratulations to all players involved — a brilliant day for Belridge volleyball!

Mr Brent Jarvis-Spinks
2IC Student Services
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

Last Man Standing House Cricket Recap

Our second annual Last Man Standing House Cricket Competition was a hit! With eight teams from Years 7 to 12 (plus a fearless staff team), the elimination format brought high energy and big moments.

Defending champs - the Year 10 Manta Rays - were knocked out early, opening the field for a thrilling tournament. In the semi's, the Year 9 Manta Rays upset the Year 12s, while the Staff Team outplayed the Year 12 Sharks to book their grand final spot.

The final was a nail-biter, but the Staff Team clinched a tight win over the spirited Year 9’s. A huge shoutout to everyone who played and showed great House pride and sportsmanship throughout! 

Year 9 House Champs 2025 - Last Man Standing Cricket Competition 

Principal’s Cup - Off to a Cracking Start! 

The first event in the Principal’s Cup series saw the Year 12 students take on the staff in a fiery basketball battle. The staff jumped out to an early lead, but the Year 12’s, led by Patty “The Postman” Oulton, came roaring back with back-to-back-to-back buckets to steal the win!

Despite strong efforts from Mr “Dunkin” Dawkins and Mr “Splash” Ogilvie, the students claimed victory 12–7 in a thrilling opening match.

Next stop: the volleyball court! Can the staff even the series?

Principal’s Cup – Volleyball Showdown Levels the Series! 

The second event of the Principal’s Cup challenge served up an absolute treat on Tuesday, 1 July 2025, as the Year 12 students took on the staff in a high-stakes volleyball clash. With the staff looking to bounce back after their narrow loss in the opening basketball encounter, the pressure was on – and they certainly delivered.

In front of an enthusiastic crowd, both teams showcased impressive skill and spirit. The staff’s experience and composure under pressure proved vital, taking out the first set 15–12 in a tightly contested battle. The second set was even more dramatic, with the score locked at 14–14. With everything on the line, the staff held their nerve to claim the final point and seal the match 2 sets to 0.

Special mentions go to Ms Currie and Mrs Radinger, who were standouts for the staff with their precision, poise, and on-court leadership. While the students played with passion and flair, they were ultimately outmatched by the polished and well-drilled staff side.

A big thank you to all players, organisers, and spectators who made the event such a success. With the series now tied at 1–1, all eyes turn to the next event in the Principal’s Cup challenge!

Mr Brent Jarvis-Spinks
2IC Student Services
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

NEXT GAME IN THE SERIES
TUESDAY, 26 AUGUST 2025- RECESS
SPORT: NETBALL 

Specialist Netball Program 

FAST 5 Netball Carnival 2025

What a day! A huge congratulations to all students who played, umpired, scored or cheered from the sidelines in our annual FAST 5 Netball Carnival held on Thursday, 3 July 2025. After a very wet night and start to the morning, the skies cleared and we were treated to a full day of fun, energy and some seriously impressive netball.

FINAL PLACINGS AND HOUSE POINTS
1st Place – Marlins (500 house points)
2nd Place – Manta Rays (300 house points)
3rd Place – Sharks (150 house points)

MOST 3-POINT SHOTS - Manta Rays (100 bonus house points)

MOST VALUABLE PLAYERS (50 house points + 20 PIP each):

• Mackenzie Eiffler (Year 7 – Manta Rays)
• Maya Kelly (Year 12 – Marlins)
• Isla Sharp (Year 8 – Marlins)
• Rosie Nolan (Year 11 – Sharks)

The House colours and team spirit were present, with costumes getting bigger, bolder and brighter every year! Well done to everyone who got involved and made it such a fantastic event.

BEST DRESSED WINNERS (15 PIP each):

• Rylee Herangi (Year 12) and Tara Diersen (Year 10) – Manta Rays
• Jasmine Rees-Mogg (Year 9) and Katana Fullston (Year 9) – Marlins
• Olivia Keys (Yera 7) and Isla O’Leary (Year 7) – Sharks

A big thank you to all staff who came down to support. Your presence means the world to the students. The spirit, skills and smiles on show were a true reflection of our amazing Netball Academy and wider school community.

Elimination Day Carnival

WOW! What a day…

On Wednesday, 6 August 2025 Belridge Secondary College took 7 teams out of our 11 to the Elimination Day Carnival (as a result of finishing top of their zone at the SSWA carnivals back in Term 2).

• Across the carnival, our teams played 39 games, finishing with 29 wins and 2 draws - an incredible effort.
• 6 out of the 7 teams made it to the quarter finals, as a result of winning all 5 games, including their crossovers.
• 4 teams were unfortunately knocked out in the quarters, but that still places them somewhere between 5th and 8th in the State - a massive achievement to be proud of.
• Our Year 10 girls pulled off a nail-biting 18–17 win over Rockingham in their quarter final and will now progress to the State Finals on 20th August at Gold Netball Centre (and currently sitting in the Top 4 in the State)

A special shoutout to our Year 8 Boys team – made up of Blade Randall (Year 8) from the Specialist Netball Program and a bunch of our Year 8 Cricketers in their first year of playing netball. This team made it all the way to the GRAND FINAL competing against Aveley and took the win 16–7, making them the State Champions for Year 7–8 Boys!

Still, our biggest win of the day was how well our 80 students represented the College with outstanding behaviour, sportsmanship, and pride throughout the entire carnival. The staff are so proud of how they carried themselves on and off the court, and how high the quality of play was.

Finally, thank you to students who assisted as umpires and helpers, Mr Cheeseman, Ms Hunt and our former Prac Students; Miss Toth and Miss Cook (who returned to help on the day).  These events cannot be run without you all.

Ms Janneke Markovic
Specialist Netball Program Coordinator
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

Year 7 Lightning Carnival - Volleyball

What a fantastic day for Belridge Secondary College's Year 7 volleyball teams! The girls did an amazing job representing the school at the recent carnival, with some even playing volleyball for the very first time. They quickly got the hang of the game, delivering some great serves and participating in several impressive, long rallies.

Both of our teams should be incredibly proud of their performance. The students showed excellent sportsmanship, constantly encouraging and supporting each other throughout the day. Well done, girls!

Ms Tiffany Collins
Teacher - Health & Physical Education 

 

Year 7 Lightning Carnival – Netball

Our Year 7 Netballers shone brightly at the Lightning Carnival on Friday, 31 August 2025, with the sun out and spirits high, joining 34 teams from schools including Ashdale, Alkimos, Butler, Duncraig, Joseph Banks, Kinross, Ocean Reef, and Wanneroo.

All three Belridge Secondary College teams demonstrated fantastic effort, teamwork, and school pride throughout the day.

• Team 1 had an outstanding day, finishing undefeated with dominant performances across all six games. Their determination, sportsmanship, and cohesion on court were a credit to the Belridge Netball Program.
• Team 2, which included a mix of Netball Academy and mainstream students, faced some tough competition but walked away with two solid wins. The team showed fantastic resilience, improvement throughout the day, and a strong sense of camaraderie – a true example of Belridge grit and growth mindset!
• Team 3 took on the Carnival with energy and enthusiasm. Their outstanding sportsmanship, encouragement of one another, and pride in representing the school were clear highlights of the day.

A massive well done to all players for their energy, commitment, and positive attitudes. A big thank you to the Year 8’s who came and helped with umpiring and scoring. You all represented Belridge Secondary College with pride on and off the court.

Ms Janneke Markovic
Specialist Netball Program Coordinator
Teacher - Health & Physical Education

Year 8 Girls Lightning Carnival - Volleyball

What a fantastic day for Belridge Secondary College's Year 8 girls volleyball teams! Our students represented the school exceptionally well at the recent carnival at Ossie Indoor Beach Volleyball. With four teams competing, the day was filled with awesome rallies and excellent team spirit from everyone.

Two of our teams fought their way to the semifinals and were victorious, securing their spot in the finals. Belridge Team 2 played a nail-biting grand final against Kinross College, ultimately losing by just two points. It was an incredible effort, and they should be proud of their second-place finish.

Meanwhile, Belridge Team 1 faced off against Ocean Reef for fifth place, winning their match and ending the day on a high note.

A huge congratulations to all the girls who competed!