Sport Weekly Program by sicriverview

Summer Sport Program

22nd of November 2025

Acknowledgement of Country

As we come together for another weekend of sport, Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview acknowledges the Cammeraigal people, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our College competes, gathers, and learns. We recognise their enduring connection to this Country - its land, waters, and skies - and we honour the strength, knowledge, and care they have shown for generations.

Long before our teams took to these fields and courts, this was a place of community, learning, and shared story. We are grateful to walk, play, and strive on Country that has been thoughtfully cared for by the Cammeraigal people.

We give thanks for the privilege of representing our College on this land each weekend. We also acknowledge the resilience and cultural leadership of First Nations peoples across Australia, whose voices continue to guide us toward understanding, respect, and unity.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and we extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within our sporting community and beyond.

As we compete this weekend - in spirit, teamwork, and sportsmanshipmay we do so with gratitude, respect, and a continued commitment to reconciliation and shared purpose.

Welcome

On behalf of the Rector, Fr Tom Renshaw SJ, Principal Mr Mark Tannock, and College Captain Lachlan Wappett, it is my pleasure to welcome all students, staff, parents, Old Boys, and supporters from St Joseph’s College.

The summer season is well underway, and it has been uplifting to see the College alive with early-morning trainings, competitive fixtures, and the steady rhythm that sport brings to our community.

Sport at Riverview has always been about more than the final score. These contests provide moments where character is revealed, friendships deepen, and lessons in resilience, teamwork, and humility are learned firsthand. Each week gives our young men the opportunity to represent the College with pride in the Blue and White, supported by dedicated staff, committed coaches, and families who bring our sidelines to life.

Following the 1st and 2nd V Basketball matches, all 1st and 2nd players, match officials, and their families are warmly invited to Afternoon Tea outside the Wingaru canteen. We especially thank the parents of our senior basketball players for their generous support in hosting this event, which continues to strengthen the sense of camaraderie across both schools.

This weekend also marks our final home fixture for 2025, a milestone that invites us to reflect on a year filled with effort, growth, and memorable moments across all sports. As we wrap up another season, I want to express sincere gratitude to our students, coaches, support staff, parents, and volunteers who give so much of themselves to ensure our program remains vibrant and spirited.

As we move toward the end of term, I wish all families a safe, restful, and joyful break May the Christmas season bring peace and togetherness, and may the New Year offer renewal, opportunity, and continued connection within our Riverview community.

Thank you once again for your ongoing support, and I wish all teams from Riverview and St Joseph’s an enjoyable and successful day of sport.

Mr Andrew Szabo Head of Co-Curriculum