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NSW Combined High Schools Sports Association

Phone: +61 2 9508 5535

Address: New South Wales 2205

Website: https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport

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25.01.2022 Flash Back Friday - Softball Melanie Roche 1976 NSWCHSSA Blue Awardee The Betty Bowen Memorial Trophy Winner Leumeah High School... One of only four Australian Sports people in history to win a medal at four consecutive Olympic Games, Melanie represented Australia winning bronze in Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000 and Beijing 2008, and silver in Athens 2004. Melanie's career highlights include a 0.00 ERA at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Melanie was one of the best pitchers in the world. She competed in the Japanese League, Italian League and the Australian National League and was named best pitcher at 12 national championships. In 2012 Melanie was inducted into the International Softball Hall of Fame (international softballs highest honour) as one of the greatest players in Australian Softball History. Melanie's accolades include: 1986 2011 member of the NSW Open Womens Team, winning 12 National Championships. 1986 Best Pitcher Under 16 Girls National Championship. 1987 Best Pitcher Under 19 Womens National Championship. 1988 Best Pitcher Under 19 Womens National Championship. 1988 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 1989 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 1990 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 1990 1993 Two-time First Team All-America Oklahoma State University. 1993 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 1997 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 1998 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 1999 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 2000 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 2001 Best Pitcher Open Womens National Championship. 2005 Best Pitcher Canada Cup. 2011 Oklahoma State University Hall of Fame. @NSWEducation #MelanieRoche #SoftballNSW @SoftballOz #SoftballAustralia #AussieSpirit #BestPitcher #Olympics #ISF #LeumeahHS #SydneySouthWestSchoolSport #SSWSSA See more

25.01.2022 Hoodies for sale - only while stocks last. https://sportsfactory.com.au/nswchssa/ We are pleased to announce that in recent months we have been working to establish an online souvenir apparel store. A trial launch of diving and swimming souvenir apparel will commence from 9am on Thursday, 15/10/2020 through our Sports Factory online shop Don’t miss out - only while stocks last!

24.01.2022 The practical guide for schools on the return to school sport and physical activity has been updated today with further advice regarding Term 4.

24.01.2022 The 2020 NSWCHSSA boys state softball championships due to be played in Lismore have been cancelled. The unprecedented weather conditions in the area and the forecasted poor weather next week have forced grounds to be unplayable. Please contact team managers for further information.

23.01.2022 What is a Blue Award? The NSWCHSSA Blue Award is a very special award that is only presented to students who have excelled on the sporting field, have displayed outstanding sportsmanship and have made great contributions to their school and sporting communities. A NSWCHSSA Blues Committee convenes annually to consider nominations submitted by team managers, coaches and conveners. The NSWCHSSA Blues Award Ceremony is held in Term 4 each year.... Origin: In 1836 Cambridge and Oxford Universities competed in a boat race, rowed from Westminster Bridge to Putney Bridge UK. In this race a Cambridge oarsmen tied a light blue ribbon to the bows of the Cambridge boat (the colours of his school, Eton College). The colour dark blue was then ascribed to the Oxford boat. These colours have remained over the years and student-athletes represent Cambridge in light blue and Oxford in dark blue. The first teams in both universities are generally know as 'the blues' in most competitive sports. The NSWCHSSA adopted the Blue to recognise the outstanding achievements of its representatives, with the first recorded Blue Award being presented in 1957. During the 1960s and 1970s the NSWCHSSA presented Blues to outstanding boys, and NSW Girls Secondary Schools Sports Association presented Blues to outstanding girls. In 1981, the two associations amalgamated to form the current association. Oxford University Sport: https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/varsity #NSWCHSSA #NSWCHS #BlueAward #OxfordUniversity #CambridgeUniversity

23.01.2022 Venue change! The NSW All Schools softball trials scheduled for Monday 9 March & Tuesday 10 March 2020 are now being conducted at International Peace Park Seven Hills. Players should arrive by 7:30am.

22.01.2022 NSW Combined High Schools Sports Association (NSWCHSSA) wishes to advise that all term 3 2020 NSWCHSSA activities are now cancelled and will not be rescheduled. All NSWCHSSA knockouts/statewide competitions have also been cancelled for 2020. For the full list of cancelled NSWCHSSA events please visit https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/NSWCHSSA. The health and wellbeing of everyone involved is paramount and at the heart of this decision. We recognise the pressures that schools are currently experiencing and supporting staff and students is our highest priority. We thank you for your understanding during this time.

22.01.2022 Visit our website to stay up to date with NSWCHSSA events and information: https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/NSWCHSSA#

21.01.2022 The Athletics Rules Refresher Workshop is now available as an online self-paced workshop. Follow the link to find out more!

21.01.2022 Online registrations are now open! NSW School Sport Unit is hosting several 3 v 3 mixed basketball gala days throughout NSW in 2020. Government schools are invited to participate. For more information and to secure your schools spot visit https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/Page/1584. Places are filling fast, register now!

20.01.2022 Flashback Friday - Swimming. Johanna Griggs AM. Freshwater High School. NSWCHSSA Blues Award Winner 1990. 2020 Australia Day Honors List.... Television host Seven Network. 1990 Bronze Medal, Auckland Commonwealth Games 1991 Silver Medal, World Swimming Championships. 2002 First solo female Olympic Games television host, Salt Lake City 2006 Olympic Games television host, Turin 2014 to 2020 Beyond Blue Board Director 2018 Commonwealth Games Gold Coast Broadcast Team 2020 Seven Networks Olympic and Paralympic coverage. 2020 Australia Day Honors List - awarded an AM for significant service to community health, to television, and to sport. @NSWEducation #NSWCHS #NSWCHSSA #FreshwaterHighSchool #BetterHomesandGardens #BeyondBlue #OlympicGames #SevenNetwork #JohannaGriggs Credit: #CameronsManagement

19.01.2022 Flashback Friday - Golf Steve Elkington NSWCHSSA Blues Award Winner 1980 Mount Austin High School... 1995 PGA Championship 1991 & 1997 Players Championship 17 Worldwide Victories 10 PGA Tour Victories "I've always had a good head for golf." Steve Elkington Steve is a 10-time winner on the PGA Tour, including the 1995 PGA Championship and 2 Players Championships. Creator of Secret Golf platform, gardner, aviary, old trucks, UH Coogs and fashion icon. @educationNSW #NSWCHS #NSWCHSSA https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/ #SteveElkington #PGATour @elkpga #VardenTrophy #PresidentsCup #RiverinaSchoolSport credit: #SecretGolf (Thanks to Vito)

19.01.2022 Nominations for the Excellent Service to School Sport Award are closing soon!

19.01.2022 The NRL Indigenous Round takes place this weekend (30 July 2 August 2020). The NSWCHSSA takes this opportunity to celebrate our Indigenous players, including our 2012 Blues Award recipient for Rugby League, Alex Johnston of Endeavour Sports High School. Alexs NSWCHSSA Blues citation stated: His performances as a player were strong, inspirational and courageous. His efforts for NSW Combined High Schools were recognised with selection in the 2012 Australian Schoolboys Rugb...y League Team to play the English Academy Team. Alex Johnston has proven himself to be an exceptional ambassador for New South Wales Combined High Schools Rugby League and the Indigenous community. He has been a credit to his school where he played a major role in his school advancing to the final of the GIO Schoolboy Cup that year. Alex made his NRL debut for South Sydney on 25 April 2014. The NSWCHSSA family congratulates Alex on his performance this week as a South Sydney Rabbitohs winger crossing for 3 tries against the St George Dragons to win the match 32-24. #AlexJohnston @AlexJohnston95 #NRL @NRL @SSFCRabbitohs #SSFCRabbitohs @SouthSydney #SydneyEastSchoolSport #EndeavourSportsHigh

17.01.2022 The new and improved opportunities for students with disabilities section is worth a look! https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/disabilities

17.01.2022 The passing of a true legend of the game they play in heaven. His memory will live on in our 16s schoolboy rugby competition. Vale Arthur Buchan

17.01.2022 The SYDNEY NORTH SCHOOLS SPORTS ASSOCIATION AWARDS PRESENTATION tomorrow, Tuesday 11/2/2020 has been relocated. See their post for further information. https://www.facebook.com/405904152878428/posts/1739221346213362?sfns=mo

16.01.2022 A special message from the Rugby League great, Peter Sterling!

16.01.2022 ATTENTION: NSW Combined High Schools Sports Association (NSWCHSSA) advises that due to the COVID-19 outbreak and social distancing strategy, all programs for Terms 1 and 2 are now cancelled. The health and wellbeing of everyone involved is paramount and at the heart of this decision. We recognise the pressures that schools are currently experiencing and supporting staff and students is our highest priority. ... The NSW Combined High Schools Sports Association advises that the following trials/championships/state-wide competitions are cancelled TERM 1 All NSWCHSSA activities will be 'cancelled' including but not limited to: 24/3/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby Union Trials - Warriewood 25/3/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby Union Trials - Endeavour Sports High School 26/3/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby Union Trials - Epping Boys High School 31/3/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby Union Trials - Epping Boys High School 6/4/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby Union Trials - Earlwood 1-3/4/20 NSWCHSSA Swimming Championships Sydney Olympic Park 2-3/4/20 NSWCHSSA Diving Championships Sydney Olympic Park 13-16/4/20 NSW All Schools Sailing Championships Belmont TERM 2 29/4/2020 NSW All Schools 16 years Volleyball Trials - Homebush 28-30/4/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Basketball Championships Tamworth 1/5/2020 NSW All Schools 16 years Girls Hockey Trials Moorebank 1/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Girls Netball Trials Homebush 5-7/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Girls Netball Championships Orange 5-7/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys AFL Championships Coffs Harbour 5-7/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Hockey Championships Kurnell 5-7/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby Union Championships Kiama 9-10/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Touch Football Trials Wollongong 19-21/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Girls Basketball Championships Maitland 19-21/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Football Championships Kirrawee 23-26 NSW All Schools Canoeing Championships- Nymboida River 25-27/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Rugby League State Trials Wollongong 26-28/5/2020 NSWCHSSA Girls Football Championships Bankstown 3-4/6/2020 NSWCHSSA Bowls Singles and Pairs Championships Warilla 2-4/6/2020 NSWCHSSA Girls Hockey Championships Lismore 9-12/6/2020 NSW All Schools 16 years Boys Hockey Trials Homebush 22-24/6/2020 NSWCHSSA Golf Championships - Catalina 23-25/6/2020 NSWCHSSA Girls Touch Football Championships Mudgee 23-25/2020 NSWCHSSA Bowls Championships St Johns Park 30/6-2/7/2020 NSWCHSSA Squash Championships Coffs Harbour 30/6-2/7/2020 NSWCHSSA Boys Touch Football Championships Inverell All NSWCHSSA activities in Terms 1 and 2 have been cancelled. This situation will be regularly reviewed and updates provided. We thank you for your understanding during this time.

15.01.2022 Hoodies for sale - only while stocks last. We are pleased to announce that in recent months we have been working to establish an online souvenir apparel store. A trial launch of diving and swimming souvenir apparel will commence from 9am on Thursday, 15/10/2020 through our Sports Factory online shop https://sportsfactory.com.au/nswchssa/ . Don’t miss out - only while stocks last!

15.01.2022 Guide for schools on return to school sport and physical activity: You can find a practical guide providing information for schools on the return to school spor...t and physical activity on our website. The situation is constantly being reviewed and updates will be provided when available. Supporting students and staff remains our highest priority. See more

14.01.2022 Happy 91st birthday to one of the true gentleman of cricket Alan Davidson. As one of the finest to put on a baggy green Alan Davidson represented his country throughout the 1950s and 60s. His outstanding bowling a feature. It is an honour to have our state-wide competition named after him

14.01.2022 Interested in registering for the Meet Manager Online Workshop? Find out more below!

14.01.2022 Nominations for the Excellent Service to School Sport award are now open!

13.01.2022 A great professional learning opportunity to participate in the Meet Manager Online Workshop. Check it out!

13.01.2022 Taking her bat, ball & PPE! Great read about previous NSWCHSSA cricket rep & her dedication to sport & career. Raise your bat for Dr Redmayne

13.01.2022 Row, row, row your boat! Some action from the NSWCHSSA rowing regatta currently being held at SIRC in Penrith today.

12.01.2022 More action from the regatta! Congratulations South Grafton HS winners in the quad skull.

12.01.2022 Looking for sport and physical activity professional learning opportunities this term? Find out more below!

10.01.2022 Congratulations Michael Kay on an outstanding contribution to NSWCHSSA volleyball. Pictured receiving his sport specific life membership from NSWCHSSA volleyball convener Mr Alex McLellan

10.01.2022 Updated 17/3/2020 Attention: NSW Department of Education Media Release 'Schools to Implement Distancing Measures' The media release from Mark Scott, Secretary - NSW Department of Education (15/3/2020) indicated a phased social distancing strategy is to be implemented from Monday 16 March 2020.... As part of this strategy 'Sports and Initiatives events will be temporarily ceased until further notice'. All NSWCHSSA activities will be 'temporarily ceased until further notice' including but not limited to: 24/3/2020 Warriewood 25/3/2020 Endeavour Sports High School 26/3/2020 Epping Boys High School 31/3/2020 Epping Boys High School 6/4/2020 Canterbury Rugby Club, Earlwood 1-3/4/20 NSWCHSSA Swimming Championships Sydney Olympic Park 2-3/4/20 NSWCHSSA Diving Championships Sydney Olympic Park 6-7/4/20 NSWCHSSA Water Polo Boys and Girls State-wide Opens Finals - Lambton 8/4/20 NSW All Schools Baseball Boys Trials 13-16/4/20 NSW All Schools Sailing Championships - Belmont 13-16/4/20 NSWCHSSA 19ys and under Secondary Boys and Girls Cricket Championships Toronto - cancelled 26/4-1/5/20 NSW All Schools 15yrs Cricket Exchange Bundaberg QLD - cancelled 26/4-2/5 2020 18 Years & Under Baseball Lismore - cancelled 2-9/5/2020 18 Years & Under Tennis Perth - cancelled 9-16/5/2020 17 Years & Under Softball Championships Perth - cancelled Please forward this information to interested parties within your school. This situation will be regularly reviewed and updates provided. We thank you for your understanding during this time.

09.01.2022 Flashback Friday - Tennis Evonne Goolagong-Cawley, AC, MBE Barellan Central School Willoughby Girls High School... Evonnes achievements are many, a snapshot includes: 1971 Australian of the Year and ranked number one player in the world. 1976 Ranked number one player in the world 1988 International Tennis Hall of Fame inductee. 2018 Awarded Australia's highest honour, the Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) for eminent service to tennis as a player at the national and international level, as an ambassador, supporter and advocate for the health, education and wellbeing of young Indigenous people through participation in sport and as a role model. Evonne now lives in Queensland and is the patron of the Evonne Goolagong Foundation which supports Indigenous young people between the ages of 12 and 21. Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki #AustralianTennis #EvonneGoolagongCawley #NSWCHSSA #CHS

09.01.2022 Congratulations Nerida Noble your contribution to school sport across your distinguished career has been exceptional. NSW Combined High Schools Sports Association would also like to join with Sydney East Association and wish Nerida and her family every happiness in retirement.

08.01.2022 What is the representative school sport pathway? The NSW Department of Education is committed to providing opportunities for students to participate in school sporting programs at all levels of participation and values the importance of physical activity in enhancing educational outcomes. The representative school sport pathway has been in existence for almost 130 years and forms an integral part of a large state based program within the NSW Department of Educations High P...otential and Gifted Policy. The pathway which is in place in NSW is recognised around the world as a leader in delivering school sport programs. The school sport representative pathway relies on the progression of students through stages beginning at a school/community level zone association state and national level. This is a complex process commencing at the start of each year and takes many months to coordinate as students participate and progress through each level. The effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic have been felt throughout the education community, and many difficult choices have been made that have had significant impacts on schools and students. Schools have not had the opportunity to organise their stage of the trials process. Consequently, the representative pathway at the Association and State levels cannot be conducted in terms three (3) and four (4) of the school year. It is not possible for schools to rearrange activities at this stage of the year given limitations with venue availability and rescheduling the many educational and sporting events on a school calendar. Additionally, current NSW Government guidelines do not allow for large scale events to be held where crowds will be in attendance. The national body, School Sport Australia, recognised this issue and officially cancelled all national events for 2020 at the conclusion of term one (1). We understand your disappointment and concerns in not being able to participate in these programs during COVID-19 restrictions in 2020. It is anticipated that, where possible, participation based events will be scheduled and students and schools will have an opportunity to enter into sporting activities within their local school community.

08.01.2022 Originally known as Armistice Day, Remembrance Day is observed on 11 November and marks the signing of the peace agreement between Germany and the Allies that ended the Great War of 1914-1918. Now Remembrance Day is a day to remember and honour all Australians who have served. Trooper Albert Cotter (18831917) Albert Cotter commenced his cricketing career at Forest Lodge Public School and by 18 years of age was playing for New South Wales. He was selected to bowl for Australi...a at only 20 years of age. His international career lasted 9 years. Tibby played in 21 Tests, taking 89 wickets for an average of 28.64 runs. In April 1915, Albert Cotter joined the AIF, aged 31. The AIF recruiting campaign used his enlistment as publicity. Tibby was accepted into the 1st Australian Light Horse Regiment even though he had limited horse riding ability, and he took a late part in the Gallipoli campaign. He was later transferred to the 12th Light Horse. While there he was commended for his fine work under heavy fire during the second battle of Gaza. The official history stated: he behaved in action as a man without fear. On 31 October 1917 the 4th Light Horse Brigade, of which the 12th Regiment was part, captured Beersheba by a brilliant cavalry-style charge. At the end of the charge, the troops dismounted to engage the enemy. Albert Cotter was shot and killed at close range. See more

08.01.2022 The NSW School Sports Unit is offering public school students in years 5/6 and years 7/8 an exciting opportunity in 2020 to get involved in the 3 x 3 Mixed Basketball Gala Days! Limited teams are accepted, register now to secure your spot by emailing [email protected].

05.01.2022 The Board of School Sport Australia (SSA) met last week to discuss the 2021 SSA Championship program. Due to the uncertainty of when borders will reopen; the t...ime required for the selection process; the different stages individual member bodies are at with regards to school sport and the timeframe for organising a complex Championship the Board has decided to postpone the 2021 Triathlon Championship due to be held in Hervey Bay, QLD (9-12 March, 2021). The Board will liaise with SSAs National Programs Committee to identify if and when the Championship can be rescheduled. A decision on other Championships will be made by the Board in due course.

04.01.2022 HURRY - Hoodies for sale while stocks last. https://sportsfactory.com.au/nswchssa/ A trial launch of sales of diving and swimming souvenir apparel online has commenced through our Sports Factory shop. A great gift idea! Don’t miss out - only while stocks last!

03.01.2022 If your child is unwell, get them tested and keep them at home until they receive a negative result. Read the latest COVID-19 advice for families on https://education.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/advice-for-families

03.01.2022 The NSWCHSSA Family send our condolences to Ken Rosewall and his sons Brett and Glenn on the passing of their wife and mother, Wilma. Married for more than 60 years, Ken and Wilma met at the 1948 Bruce Cup Under 15 years championship when Wilma (nee McIver) was playing for Queensland. Ken described Wilma as the familys mainstay. ... One of Australias greatest tennis players, Ken Rosewall won 18 major titles and achieved a career doubles Grand Slam. He continued his competitive career in his 40s. The centre court at Sydneys Olympic Tennis Centre is named the Ken Rosewall Arena in his honour. Our thoughts are with Ken, Brett, Glenn and their families during this sad time.

02.01.2022 Welcome to Term 1, 2020. Visit our website for information and dates of NSWCHSSA championships and trials. https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/ Our website calendar is updated with event information each week. Contact your school for details of Zone and School sporting programs and team trials. #NSWCHSSA #CHS

02.01.2022 Sydney North takes their bat,ball and the home- congrats new girls cricket state champs for 2020 Well done to all girls selected in the first XI and the second XI girls cricket teams.

02.01.2022 What is my zone or regional association? How do I find out which zone and/or regional association my school competes in? Easy - visit our website page: https://app.education.nsw.gov.au/sport/... The "Find my school's sporting associations" link/button can be found on the School Sport home page on the bottom right hand side. (refer image) Steps: 1. Select Education level - primary or secondary (high) school 2. School name - begin typing the school name and select your school from the list. 3. The information given will include the zone and regional association your school is within and may include links for you to contact if required. #NSWCHS #NSWCHSSA #SchoolSport #SydneyEastSchoolSport #SydneyNorthSchoolSport #SydneySouthWestSchoolSport #SydneyWestSchoolSport #HunterSchoolSport #NorthCoastSchoolSport #NorthWestSchoolSport #RiverinaSchoolSport #SouthCoastSchoolSport #WesternSchoolSport #NSWEducation @NSWEducation

01.01.2022 Our practical guide for schools on the return to school sport and physical activity has been updated today and can now be found on our website. For more information follow the link below.