2025 ACS Swimming Championship Results

2025 ACS Swimming Carnival Recap and Results

Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre | Monday 31 March

The 2025 ACS Swimming Carnival was an electric day of competition, school pride, and record-breaking performances, held at the world-class Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre.

This year’s carnival welcomed Aitken College into the fold, bringing the total to eight schools competing for aquatic supremacy in what turned out to be one of the most exciting carnivals in ACS history.

A New Champion is Crowned

In a competition defined by determination and resilience, the lead changed hands multiple times, with the top two schools separated by only a few points for most of the day.

For the past decade, St Leonard’s College has been the benchmark in ACS Swimming, securing 10 consecutive championship titles with their depth, talent, and consistency. And while St Leonard’s once again delivered a brilliant display of team performance and spirit, they were narrowly outpaced by a fierce and focused Westbourne Grammar School.

In a thrilling finish, Westbourne Grammar claimed victory by just 20 points, unseating the long-reigning champions and etching their name into the history books as the new ACS Swimming Champions.

For the first time in a decade, we have a new champion—and a new rivalry is born.

Record-Breaking Performances

The pool wasn’t just about podium places—it was also the stage for some phenomenal individual achievements, with six new ACS records broken:

  • 🏅 Zara G (Aitken College) – Year 9 Girls 50m Freestyle – 28.12
  • 🏅 St Leonard’s College – Year 11 Boys 200m Freestyle Relay
    Max M, Benjamin N, Jack G, Harry S – 1:48.34
  • 🏅 Andrew W (St Michael’s Grammar) – Year 7 Boys 50m Breaststroke – 35.35
  • 🏅 Andrew W (St Michael’s Grammar) – Year 7 Boys 50m Butterfly – 30.05
  • 🏅 Owen K (Westbourne Grammar) – Year 11 Boys 50m Freestyle – 26.41
  • 🏅 Owen K (Westbourne Grammar) – Year 11 Boys 50m Butterfly – 25.44

Top Individual Scorers by School

School

Top Female

Points

Top Male

Points

Aitken

Zara G

98

Lucas T

32

Bacchus Marsh

Ella W

70

Rodney Tang

80

Loyola

Lucia C

80

Mark T

70

Overnewton

Ayla C

98

Hugo C

94

St Aloysius

Polly Jean B

48

Leonard A

44

St Leonard’s

Emma N

76

Aiden T

98

St Michael’s

Molly I

78

Alfie C

100

Westbourne

Sophia B

100

Owen K

100

Swimmers of the Meet

A special shoutout to our Swimmers of the Meet, each earning a perfect score of 100 points on the day:

  • Sophia B – Westbourne Grammar School
  • Owen K – Westbourne Grammar School
  • Alfie C – St Michael’s Grammar School

Their consistency, speed and excellence across multiple events were truly inspirational.

📊 Full Results

For a complete breakdown of all event results, points, and standings, please see link below.

FULL ACS SWIMMING RACE RESULTS

Congratulations to all competitors, coaches, and schools for an incredible day of swimming. Whether you were in the water or cheering from the sidelines, you helped make this a day to remember!

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2025 ACS Swimming Scores

Overall Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
2,072
2 – St Leonard’s
2,053
3 – St Michael’s
1,758
4 – Overnewton
1,666
5 – Bacchus Marsh
1,288
6 – Loyola
1,029
7 – Aitken
651
8 – St Aloysius
606*
Girl’s Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
1,059
2 – Westbourne
1,002
3 – Overnewton
844
4 – St Michael’s
829
5 – Bacchus Marsh
731
6 – Loyola
484
7 – St Aloysius
316*
8 – Aitken
258
Boy’s Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
1,070
2 – St Leonard’s
994
3 – St Michael’s
929
4 – Overnewton
822
5 – Loyola
608
6 – Bacchus Marsh
557
7 – Aitken
393
8 – St Aloysius
290*
Year 12 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
360
2 –Westbourne
323
3 – St Michael’s
259
4 – Overnewton
254
5 – Bacchus Marsh
232
6 – Loyola
167
7 – Aitken
8
Year 12 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
176
2 – Westbourne
168
3 – Overnewton
139
4 – Bacchus Marsh
117
5 – St Michael’s
115
6 – Loyola
84
7 – Aitken
8
Year 12 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
184
2 – Westbourne
155
3 – St Michael’s
144
4 – Bacchus Marsh
115
4 – Overnewton
115
6 – Loyola
83
Year 11 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
350
2 – St Leonard’s
336
3 – St Michael’s
248
4 – Overnewton
233
5 – Bacchus Marsh
231
6 – Loyola
148
7 – St Aloysius
40*
8 – Aitken
22
Year 11 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
180
2 – St Leonard’s
161
3 – St Michael’s
142
4 – Bacchus Marsh
106
5 – Overnewton
105
6 – Loyola
77
7 – St Aloysius
40
Year 11 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
175
2 – Westbourne
170
3 – Overnewton
128
4 – Bacchus Marsh
125
5 – St Michael’s
106
6 – Loyola
71
7 – Aitken
22
Year 10 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
331
2 – St Leonard’s
321
3 – Overnewton
287
4 – St Michael’s
270
5 – Bacchus Marsh
175
6 – Aitken
123
7 – Loyola
110
8 – St Aloysius
100*
Year 10 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
182
2 – Westbourne
153
3 – St Michael’s
144
4 – Overnewton
123
5 – Bacchus Marsh
117
6 – St Aloysius
100
7 – Loyola
2
Year 10 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
178
2 – Overnewton
164
3 – St Leonard’s
139
4 – St Michael’s
126
5 – Aitken
123
6 – Loyola
108
3 – Bacchus Marsh
58
Year 9 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – St Michael’s
324
2 – Westbourne
322
3 – St Leonard’s
258
4 – Overnewton
234
5 – Aitken
228
6 – Loyola
171
7 – Bacchus Marsh
169
7 – St Aloysius
136
Year 9 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
167
2 – Westbourne
166
4 – St Michael’s
142
4 – Aitken
117
5 – Bacchus Marsh
109
6 – Overnewton
100
7 – Loyola
66
8 – St Aloysius
42
Year 9 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – St Michael”s
182
2 – Westbourne
156
3 – Overnewton
134
4 – Aitken
111
5 – Loyola
105
6 – St Aloysius
94
7 –St Leonard’s
91
8 – Bacchus Marsh
60
Year 8 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
325
2 – St Leonard’s
302
3 – Overnewton
282
4 –Loyola
240
5 – St Michael’s
238
6 – Bacchus Marsh
206
7 – St Aloysius
118
8 – Aitken
159
Year 8 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – Overnewton
179
2 – Westbourne
153
3 – Bacchus Marsh
133
4 – St Leonard’s
129
5 – Loyola
124
6 – St Michael’s
91
7 – St Aloysius
35
8 – Aitken
25
Year 8 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
173
2 – Westbourne
172
3 – St Michael’s
147
4 – Loyola
116
5 – Overnewton
103
6 – St Aloysius
83
7 – Bacchus Marsh
73
8 – Aitken
61
Year 7 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
344
2 – St Michael’s
297
3 – Westbourne
280
4 – Overnewton
260
5 – Bacchus Marsh
187
6 – St Aloysius
172
7 – Aitken
158
8 – Loyola
152
Year 7 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
176
2 – Overnewton
146
3 – St Michael’s
139
4 – Westbourne
116
5 – Bacchus Marsh
105
6 – Aitken
88
7 – St Aloysius
77
8 – Loyola
75
Year 7 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
168
2 – Westbourne
164
3 – St Michael’s
158
4 – Overnewton
114
5 – St Aloysius
95
6 – Bacchus Marsh
82
7 – Loyola
77
8 – Aitken
70
Swimmers of the Meet
School
Name
Points
2025 Female Swimmer of the Meet
Westbourne
Sophia
100
2025 Male Swimmer of the Meet
St Michael’s
Alfie
100
2025 Male Swimmer of the Meet
Westbourne
Owen
100

ACS SPORT | 2025 Semi Final Recap + Grand Final Showdown

🔥 The Road to Glory

After a blockbuster Semi Final round featuring 40 intense matchups across every sport and division, the stage is now set for the 2025 ACS Grand Finals. Teams from all 8 ACS schools have poured heart and hustle into every game—and now the top two in every category will meet for the ultimate prize.

📋 SEMI FINAL RESULTS – Tuesday 26 March

🏀 Basketball – Boys

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • Westbourne 73 def Loyola 45
    • Overnewton 53 def St Michael’s 35
  • Senior 2nd Boys
    • Overnewton 52 def St Michael’s 27
    • Westbourne 78 def Loyola 51
  • Senior 3rd Boys
    • St Leonard’s 28 def Westbourne 29
    • Overnewton 50 def St Michael’s 28
  • Senior 4th Boys
    • St Leonard’s 48 def Loyola 42
    • Overnewton 64 def Westbourne 48
  • Senior 5th Boys
    • St Leonard’s 46 def Westbourne Blue 47
    • Overnewton 52 def St Michael’s 24
  • Senior 6th Boys
    • St Leonard’s Blue 37 def Westbourne Blue 41
    • Westbourne Gold 24 def St Leonard’s Green 18

⚽ Football/Soccer – Boys Futsal

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • Westbourne 9 def Loyola 7
    • Overnewton 7 def St Leonard’s 5
  • Senior 2nd Boys
    • Overnewton 8 def St Leonard’s 4
    • Westbourne 9 def Loyola 6
  • Senior 3rd Boys
    • Overnewton Blue 6 def Overnewton Red 0
    • Westbourne 9 def St Leonard’s 4
  • Senior 4th Boys
    • Overnewton White 9 def Overnewton Yellow 1
    • Westbourne Blue 13 def Westbourne Gold 5

⚽ Football/Soccer – Girls Soccer

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • St Michael’s 2(2) lost to Westbourne 3(3)
    • St Leonard’s 7 def Overnewton 1

🏑 Hockey – Boys

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • St Leonard’s 3 def St Michael’s 1
    • Westbourne Blue 10 def Westbourne Gold 0

🥏 Lawn Bowls – Mixed

  • Senior 1st Mixed
    • St Leonard’s 54 (18) def Overnewton 27 (0)
    • Westbourne 76 (18) def Loyola 32 (0)

🥎 Softball – Girls

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • St Leonard’s Blue 14 def St Leonard’s Green 8
    • Westbourne 15 def Loyola 0

🏓 Table Tennis – Boys

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • St Leonard’s 15/60 def Loyola 15/60 (on countback)
    • Westbourne Blue 10/48 def Overnewton 10/48 (on countback)

🎾 Tennis – Girls

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • Westbourne 6/51 def Aitken 6/41
    • St Leonard’s 11/70 def Overnewton 1/22

🏐 Volleyball – Girls

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • St Michael’s 3/75 def St Leonard’s 0/39
    • Overnewton 3/91 def Westbourne 1/80
  • Senior 2nd Girls
    • Overnewton 3/93 def Loyola 1/91
    • Westbourne 3/75 def St Leonard’s 0/50
  • Senior 3rd Girls
    • Westbourne 3/75 def St Michael’s 0/57
    • Aitken 3/95 def Overnewton 1/74
  • Senior 4th Girls
    • Westbourne 3/75 def St Leonard’s 0/48
    • Overnewton 3/75 def Loyola 0/53

🏟 GRAND FINAL FIXTURES – Wednesday 2 April

🏀 Basketball – Boys

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • Westbourne vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar
  • Senior 2nd Boys
    • Overnewton vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar
  • Senior 3rd Boys
    • Overnewton vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Keilor BNS, Court 3
  • Senior 4th Boys
    • St Leonard’s vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 GESAC
  • Senior 5th Boys
    • Overnewton vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Keilor BNS, Court 3
  • Senior 6th Boys
    • Westbourne Gold vs Westbourne Blue
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar

⚽ Football/Soccer – Boys Futsal

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • Westbourne vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westgate Indoor Sports
  • Senior 2nd Boys
    • Westbourne vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westgate Indoor Sports
  • Senior 3rd Boys
    • Westbourne vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westgate Indoor Sports
  • Senior 4th Boys
    • Overnewton vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Overnewton Yirramboi Campus

⚽ Football/Soccer – Girls Soccer

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • St Leonard’s vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 Kingston Heath Soccer Complex
  • Senior 2nd Girls
    • Aitken vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Aitken College

🏑 Hockey – Boys

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • Westbourne Blue vs St Leonard’s
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 Altona Hockey Centre

🥎 Softball

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • Westbourne vs St Leonard’s

⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • Westbourne vs St Leonard’s
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar

🎾 Tennis – Girls

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • Westbourne vs St Leonard’s

⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar

  • Senior 2nd Girls
    • Westbourne Blue vs Westbourne Navy
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar

🥏 Lawn Bowls – Mixed

  • Senior 1st Mixed
    • Westbourne vs St Leonard’s
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 The Hoppers Club

🏐 Volleyball – Girls

  • Senior 1st Girls
    • St Michael’s vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 St Michael’s Grammar
  • Senior 2nd Girls
    • Westbourne vs Overnewton
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Westbourne Grammar
  • Senior 3rd Girls
    • Aitken vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Aitken College
  • Senior 4th Girls
    • Overnewton vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:15pm | 📍 Keilor BNS, Court 6
  • Senior 5th Girls
    • St Aloysius vs St Leonard’s
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 VU Community Sports Stadium
  • Senior 6th Girls
    • St Aloysius vs St Leonard’s
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 VU Community Sports Stadium
  • Senior 7th Girls
    • St Leonard’s vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 St Leonard’s College Indoor Courts

🏓 Table Tennis – Boys

  • Senior 1st Boys
    • St Leonard’s vs Westbourne
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 St Leonard’s College, KWC Downstairs
  • Senior 2nd Boys
    • St Leonard’s Green vs St Leonard’s Blue
      ⏰ 2:30pm | 📍 St Leonard’s College, KWC Mezzanine

🎉 Bring the Noise

The ACS Grand Finals aren’t just about competition—they’re a celebration of school pride, resilience, and achievement. With 28 matches ahead, there’s something to cheer for in every corner of the ACS community.

2025 ACS Swimming Championships

Monday 31 March 2025

Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (Outdoor Pool)

30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park

 

The ACS welcomes our member schools’ best swimmers to MSAC on Monday 31 March for our first Carnival event of the year – the 2025 ACS Swimming Championship.

We invite any parents and friends to attend, with seating available behind the teams in the grandstand. Please ensure you register your attendance with the link below or via the QR codes available on the day.

Parent and Spectator Registration Link

We look forward to a great day of racing!

 CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE

Doors Open9:00am 
Warm Up9:10am – 9:45am 
Welcome to Country9:50amSt Leonard’s College
National Anthem9:50amOvernewton Anglican Community College
Events Commence10:00am 
Presentations2:40pm – 3:00pm 

  EVENT SCHEDULE

No.YearEvent 
1Open Girls 200mIndividual Medley C’ship 
2Open Boys 200m Individual Medley C’ship 
3Year 7 Girls4x50m Medley Relay 
4Year 7 Boys4x50m Medley Relay 
5 Year 8 Girls4x50m Medley Relay 
6Year 8 Boys4x50m Medley Relay 
7Year 9 Girls4x50m Medley Relay 
8Year 9 Boys4x50m Medley Relay 
9Year 10 Girls4x50m Medley Relay 
10Year 10 Boys4x50m Medley Relay 
11Year 11 Girls4x50m Medley Relay 
12Year 11 Boys4x50m Medley Relay 
13Year 12 Girls4x50m Medley Relay 
14Year 12 Boys 4x50m Medley Relay 
15Year 7 Girls50m A Freestyle Championship 
16Year 7 Girls50m B Freestyle Championship 
17Year 7 Boys50m A Freestyle Championship 
18Year 7 Boys50m B Freestyle Championship 
19Year 8 Girls 50m A Freestyle Championship 
20Year 8 Girls50m B Freestyle Championship 
21Year 8 Boys 50m A Freestyle Championship 
22Year 8 Boys50m B Freestyle Championship 
23Year 9 Girls 50m A Freestyle Championship 
24Year 9 Girls50m B Freestyle Championship 
25Year 9 Boys 50m A Freestyle Championship 
26Year 9 Boys50m B Freestyle Championship 
27Multiclass 50mFreestyle Championship 
28Year 10 Girls50m A Freestyle Championship 
29Year 10 Girls50m B Freestyle Championship 
30Year 10 Boys50m A Freestyle Championship 
31Year 10 Boys50m B Freestyle Championship 
32Year 11 Girls50m A Freestyle Championship 
33Year 11 Girls 50m B Freestyle Championship 
34Year 11 Boys50m A Freestyle Championship 
35Year 11 Boys50m B Freestyle Championship 
36Year 12 Girls50m A Freestyle Championship 
37Year 12 Girls50m B Freestyle Championship 
38Year 12 Boys 50m A Freestyle Championship 
39Year 12 Boys 50m B Freestyle Championship 
40Year 7 Girls50m A Backstroke Championship 
41Year 7 Girls50m B Backstroke Championship 
42Year 7 Boys50m A Backstroke Championship 
43Year 7 Boys50m B Backstroke Championship 
44Year 8 Girls50m A Backstroke Championship 
45Year 8 Girls50m B Backstroke Championship 
46Year 8 Boys50m A Backstroke Championship 
47Year 8 Boys50m B Backstroke Championship 
48Year 9 Girls50m A Backstroke Championship 
49Year 9 Girls50m B Backstroke Championship 
50Year 9 Boys50m A Backstroke Championship 
51Year 9 Boys50m B Backstroke Championship 
52Year 10 Girls50m A Backstroke Championship 
53Year 10 Girls50m B Backstroke Championship 
54Year 10 Boys50m A Backstroke Championship 
55Year 10 Boys50m B Backstroke Championship 
56Year 11 Girls50m A Backstroke Championship 
57Year 11 Girls50m B Backstroke Championship 
58Year 11 Boys50m A Backstroke Championship 
59Year 11 Boys50m B Backstroke Championship 
60Year 12 Girls50m A Backstroke Championship 
61Year 12 Girls50m B Backstroke Championship 
62Year 12 Boys 50m A Backstroke Championship 
63Year 12 Boys 50m B Backstroke Championship 
64Year 7 Girls50m A Breaststroke Championship 
65Year 7 Girls50m B Breaststroke Championship 
66Year 7 Boys50m A Breaststroke Championship 
67Year 7 Boys50m B Breaststroke Championship 
68Year 8 Girls50m A Breaststroke Championship 
69Year 8 Girls50m B Breaststroke Championship 
70Year 8 Boys50m A Breaststroke Championship 
71Year 8 Boys50m B Breaststroke Championship 
72Year 9 Girls50m A Breaststroke Championship 
73Year 9 Girls50m B Breaststroke Championship 
74Year 9 Boys50m A Breaststroke Championship 
75Year 9 Boys50m B Breaststroke Championship 
76Year 10 Girls50m A Breaststroke Championship 
77Year 10 Girls50m B Breaststroke Championship 
78Year 10 Boys50m A Breaststroke Championship 
79Year 10 Boys50m B Breaststroke Championship 
80Year 11 Girls50m A Breaststroke Championship 
81Year 11 Girls50m B Breaststroke Championship 
82Year 11 Boys50m A Breaststroke Championship 
83Year 11 Boys50m B Breaststroke Championship 
84Year 12 Girls50m A Breaststroke Championship 
85Year 12 Girls50m B Breaststroke Championship 
86Year 12 Boys 50m A Breaststroke Championship 
87Year 12 Boys 50m B Breaststroke Championship 
88Year 7 Girls50m Butterfly Championship 
89Year 7 Boys50m Butterfly Championship 
90Year 8 Girls50m Butterfly Championship 
91Year 8 Boys50m Butterfly Championship 
92Year 9 Girls50m Butterfly Championship 
93Year 9 Boys50m Butterfly Championship 
94Year 10 Girls50m Butterfly Championship 
95Year 10 Boys50m Butterfly Championship 
96Year 11 Girls50m Butterfly Championship 
97Year 11 Boys50m Butterfly Championship 
98Year 12 Girls50m Butterfly Championship 
99Year 12 Boys 50m Butterfly Championship 
100Jnr Girls100m Freestyle Championship 
101Jnr Boys100m Freestyle Championship 
102Inter Girls100m Freestyle Championship 
103Inter Boys100m Freestyle Championship 
104Snr Boys100m Freestyle Championship 
105Snr Boys100m Freestyle Championship 
106Year 7 Girls4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
107Year 7 Boys4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
108Year 8 Girls4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
109Year 8 Boys4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
110Year 9 Girls4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
111Year 9 Boys4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
112Year 10 Girls4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
113Year 10 Boys4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
114Year 11 Girls4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
115Year 11 Boys4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
116Year 12 Girls4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 
117Year 12 Boys 4 x 50m Freestyle Relay 

To Download a copy of the 2025 ACS Swimming program, please click the link below.

2025 ACS Swimming Championship Program Link

 

ACS Students Shine in Inaugural Lawn Bowls Competition

Lawn Bowls

The ACS community has embraced an exciting new sporting tradition with the launch of its inaugural Lawn Bowls competition. With five thrilling rounds already played, students have relished the opportunity to compete in a true coeducational sporting experience, where skill, strategy, and teamwork take centre stage.

Lawn Bowls, ACS’s newest sporting addition, has not only provided a platform for competition but has also fostered a vibrant atmosphere of learning, camaraderie, and sunshine-filled afternoons. Players have demonstrated impressive growth, fine-tuning their techniques and developing a deep appreciation for the sport’s nuances.

As the competition nears its climax, with just one round remaining before the semi-finals, excitement is building. The ladder remains tightly contested, and every bowl counts as teams vie for a spot in the finals. The question on everyone’s mind – who will rise to the top and claim the title?

Stay tuned for the final round and semi-finals action as ACS’s Lawn Bowls competition delivers more unforgettable moments. One thing is certain: this inaugural season has set a strong foundation for what promises to be a long-standing tradition in the ACS sporting calendar.

ACS Returns in 2025 – Bigger and Better Than Ever!

ACS is back for 2025!

We are thrilled to announce the return of ACS for 2025, bringing another exciting year of school sport, competition, and community. With 10 sports, 7 schools, 3 divisions, and an incredible 420 teams competing, the stage is set for an action-packed year ahead!

Key Dates for Term 1:

  • 🏊 ACS Swimming Championships – Monday 31 March
  • 🏆 Senior Sport Semi-Finals – Wednesday 26 March
  • 🥇 Senior Sport Grand Finals – Wednesday 2 April

These major events will be a highlight on the ACS calendar, as our talented student-athletes showcase their dedication, skill, and sportsmanship.

Exciting News for 2025!

We are proud to introduce Lawn Bowls as the newest addition to our Senior Summer sport selection. This marks an exciting expansion of our sporting offerings, providing students with another opportunity to compete, develop new skills, and embrace the spirit of ACS competition.

Welcome, Aitken College!

ACS is also delighted to officially welcome Aitken College into the ACS community in 2025. This is an exciting milestone as Aitken College joins our network of schools, bringing fresh energy, new rivalries, and even more competitive spirit to the league.

With a jam-packed calendar and so much to look forward to, ACS 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year of sport. Stay tuned for more updates, fixtures, and results as we kick off the season!

Let’s make 2025 the best year of ACS yet!

Inaugural ACS Girls Cricket Tournament a Resounding Success

The first-ever ACS Girls Cricket Tournament held at the scenic Albert Park Sports Fields in Melbourne turned out to be a landmark event, drawing over 70 enthusiastic young cricketers from five participating schools: Loyola College, Overnewton Anglican Community College, St Aloysius College, St Michael’s Grammar School, and Westbourne Grammar School.

Blessed with a perfect, sunny Melbourne day, the tournament showcased remarkable talent, skill, and sportsmanship. The players demonstrated not only their cricket abilities but also a strong sense of camaraderie, making the day a memorable celebration of women’s sports.

Competition was fierce and the level of play kept spectators on the edge of their seats, as the tournament came down to the last two matches. In a thrilling conclusion, Overnewton Anglican Community College emerged as the undefeated champions, securing their well-deserved victory.

The success of the tournament highlights the growing popularity and talent in girls’ cricket within the ACS community, and promises to set a high standard for future tournaments. This memorable event has inspired players, coaches, and supporters alike, underscoring the importance of providing young women with opportunities to excel in competitive sports.

Rank
School
Points
Total Runs
1
Overnewton
12
182
2
St Michael’s
10
213
3
Westbourne
8
203
4
Loyola
6
132
5
St Aloysius
4
84

2024 ACS Cross Country Results

On Friday, 9 August, under the warmth of a beautiful sunny day, Bundoora State Park hosted the annual ACS Cross Country Competition. The event saw spirited participation from students across seven schools: Bacchus Marsh Grammar, Loyola College, Overnewton Anglican Community College, St Aloysius College, St Leonard’s College, St Michael’s Grammar School, and Westbourne Grammar School, with runners from Year 7 through Year 12 taking to the challenging course.

The competition was fierce, but it was Westbourne Grammar School that emerged as the dominant force of the day, claiming victory in both the Boys’ overall category and the combined aggregate, crowning them as the Overall Champions. Their outstanding performance was complemented by St Leonard’s College, who took home the top spot in the Girls’ overall category.

The sunny weather added to the enjoyment of the event, with the park’s scenic trails providing the perfect backdrop for the runners as they demonstrated their endurance and school spirit. The students navigated the course with determination, cheered on by their peers and supporters from the sidelines.

Results at a Glance:

  • Girls’ Overall Champions: St Leonard’s College
  • Boys’ Overall Champions: Westbourne Grammar School
  • Overall Champions (Combined Aggregate): Westbourne Grammar School

Year Level Pennant Results:

  • Westbourne Grammar School: 10 Pennants
  • St Leonard’s College: 4 Pennants
  • Overnewton Anglican Community College: 3 Pennants
  • St Michael’s Grammar School: 1 Pennant

Westbourne Grammar School’s dominance was evident not only in their overall victory but also in their impressive haul of 10 year-level pennants, showcasing the depth of their talent across all age groups. St Leonard’s College followed with four pennants, while Overnewton Anglican Community College secured three, and St Michael’s Grammar School took home one.

The ACS Cross Country Competition was more than just a test of speed and endurance; it was a celebration of athleticism, teamwork, and school spirit. All participants, regardless of their finishing positions, displayed commendable effort and sportsmanship, making the day a memorable one for everyone involved.

Congratulations to all the schools, participants for their outstanding achievements. The success of this event highlights the strength and enthusiasm of the ACS sporting community. We look forward to more exciting competitions in the future!

2024 ACS Cross Country Results

Overall Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
67
2 – St Leonard’s
62
3 – St Michael’s
47
4 – Loyola
39
5 – Overnewton
37
6 –Bacchus Marsh
33
7 – St Aloysius
9*
Girl’s Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
35
2 – Westbourne
34
3 – St Michael’s
26
4 – Loyola
19
5 – Bacchus Marsh
18
6 – Overnewton
15
7 – St Aloysius
7*
Boy’s Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 –Westbourne
33
2 – St Leonard’s
27
3 – Overnewton
22
4 – St Michael’s
21
5 – Loyola
20
6 – Bacchus Marsh
15
7 – St Aloysius
2*
Year 12 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
12
2 – St Michael’s
8
3 – Bacchus Marsh
8
4 – St Leonard’s
7
5 – Loyola
5
6 – Overnewton
2
Year 12 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
6
2 – St Leonard’s
5
3 – St Michael’s
4
4 – Bacchus Marsh
3
5 – Loyola
2
6 – Overnewton
1
Year 12 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
6
2 – Bacchus Marsh
5
3 – St Michael’s
4
4 – Loyola
3
5 – St Leonard’s
2
6 – Overnewton
1
Year 11 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 –Westbourne
12
2 – St Leonard’s
11
3 – St Michael’s
9
4 – Loyola
8
5 – Overnewton
4
6 – Bacchus Marsh
3
7 – St Aloysius
2*
Year 11 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
7
2 – Westbourne
6
3 – Loyola
5
4 – St Michael’s
4
5 – Overnewton
3
6 – St Aloysius
2
7 – Bacchus Marsh
1
Year 11 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
6
2 – St Michael’s
5
3 – St Leonard’s
4
4 – Loyola
3
5 – Bacchus Marsh
2
6 – Overnewton
1
Year 10 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
12
2 – St Leonard’s
9
3 – St Michael’s
9
4 – Overnewton
5
5 – Loyola
4
3 – Bacchus Marsh
3
Year 10 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
6
2 – St Leonard’s
5
3 – St Michael’s
4
4 – Loyola
3
5 – Overnewton
2
6 – Bacchus Marsh
1
Year 10 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
6
2 – St Michael’s
5
3 – St Leonard’s
4
4 – Overnewton
3
5 – Bacchus Marsh
2
6 – Loyola
1
Year 9 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
11
2 – St Leonard’s
11
3 – St Michael’s
8
4 – Loyola
6
5 – Bacchus Marsh
6
6 – Overnewton
4
7 – St Aloysius
3*
Year 9 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Michael’s
7
2 – Westbourne
6
3 – St Leonard’s
5
4 – Bacchus Marsh
4
5 – St Aloysius
3
6 – Loyola
2
7 – Overnewton
1
Year 9 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
6
2 – Westbourne
5
3 – Loyola
4
4 – Overnewton
3
5 –Bacchus Marsh
2
6 – St Michael’s
1
Year 8 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
12
2 – Westbourne
11
3 – Overnewton
9
4 – St Michael’s
8
5 – Loyola
8
6 – Bacchus Marsh
6
7 – St Aloysius
2
Year 8 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – Westbourne
7
2 – St Leonard’s
6
3 – St Michael’s
5
4 – Bacchus Marsh
4
5 – Loyola
3
6 – Overnewton
2
6 – St Aloysius
1
Year 8 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – Overnewton
7
2 – St Leonard’s
6
3 – Loyola
5
4 – Westbourne
4
5 – St Michael’s
3
6 – Bacchus Marsh
2
7 – St Aloysius
1
Year 7 Aggregate
Place Team
Points
1 – Overnewton
13
2 – St Leonard’s
12
3 – Westbourne
9
4 – Loyola
8
5 – Bacchus Marsh
7
6 – St Michael’s
5
7 – St Aloysius
2
Year 7 Girls
Place Team
Points
1 – St Leonard’s
7
2 – Overnewton
6
3 – Bacchus Marsh
5
4 – Loyola
4
5 – Westbourne
3
6 – St Michael’s
2
7 – St Aloysius
1
Year 7 Boys
Place Team
Points
1 – Overnewton
7
2 – Westbourne
6
3 – St Leonard’s
5
4 –Loyola
4
5 – St Michael’s
3
6 – Bacchus Marsh
2
7 – St Aloysius
1

2024 Public Speaking Competition Results

St Leonard’s College recently served as the venue for the annual ACS Public Speaking Competition, an event that brought together talented students from seven prominent schools. Held on Monday 5 August, the competition was a celebration of eloquence, critical thinking, and the power of the spoken word. The event was expertly MC’d by St Leonard’s College Assistant Principal Lisa Slingsby, and adjudicated by the Debaters Association of Victoria (DAV), ensuring a high standard of judging throughout the evening.

The participating schools included Bacchus Marsh Grammar, Loyola College, Overnewton Anglican Community College, St Aloysius College, St Leonard’s College, St Michael’s Grammar School, and Westbourne Grammar School. Each school was represented by students who had demonstrated exceptional public speaking abilities, making the competition fierce and the atmosphere electrifying.

The competition was divided into three categories—Junior, Intermediate, and Senior—allowing students of different age groups to showcase their skills.

In the Junior division, David from Overnewton Anglican Community College emerged as the winner. His speech captivated the judges and audience alike with its clarity, confidence, and insightful content. David’s performance set a high bar for the competition and earned him well-deserved recognition.

The Intermediate division saw Fadzai from St Aloysius College take the top spot. Her powerful and persuasive speech demonstrated not only her command of language but also her ability to connect with the audience on a deeper level. Fadzai’s win was a testament to her dedication and skill in public speaking.

In the Senior division, Richie from St Leonard’s College claimed victory with a speech that was both compelling and thought-provoking. His eloquent delivery and ability to engage the audience showcased his exceptional talent, making him a standout in the competition.

Assistant Principal Lisa Slingsby, who MC’d the event, praised all participants for their remarkable performances. “The ACS Public Speaking Competition is an important platform for our students to develop and demonstrate their public speaking skills. Each speaker tonight has shown tremendous courage and talent, and they should all be proud of their achievements,” she said.

The event was adjudicated by members of the Debaters Association of Victoria (DAV), who provided expert feedback and ensured that the judging process was thorough and impartial. Their involvement added an extra layer of professionalism to the competition, making it an invaluable experience for all participants.

As the evening concluded, the winners were celebrated for their achievements, and all participants were commended for their efforts. The ACS Public Speaking Competition continues to be a cornerstone event that nurtures the next generation of leaders by honing their public speaking skills—a vital component of leadership and personal development.

This year’s competition once again highlighted the incredible talent and potential of students across the ACS community. With the bar set high, future competitions are sure to inspire even greater levels of excellence in public speaking.

Welcome to Aitken College as a new ACS Member in 2025

We are delighted to announce that Aitken College, Greenvale will join the ACS as a full member starting in 2025. Aitken College brings a strong tradition in coeducational school sport, with values that closely align with our existing members. We eagerly anticipate the contributions of Aitken College to our community and look forward to fostering spirited and friendly competition for years to come. Welcome, Aitken College, to the ACS community.

 

Gerard Houlihan
ACS President

Halfway Through the Senior ACS Winter Season

Halfway through the Senior ACS Winter Season:
Ladder Leaders

As we reach the midpoint of the Senior ACS Winter Season, several schools have distinguished themselves with exceptional performances across various sports. Here’s a breakdown of the current standings:

 

Westbourne Grammar School is leading the pack in racquet sports, holding the top spots in mixed badminton, girls table tennis, and boys tennis. Their consistent excellence in these sports has set them apart from the competition.

 

Loyola College has emerged as the team to beat in senior girls basketball. They are comfortably leading both the 1st and 2nd competitions, showcasing their strength and depth in the sport.

 

In boys AFL, Overnewton Anglican Community College has proven to be the toughest opponent. Meanwhile, in girls AFL, St Leonard’s narrowly edged out Westbourne Grammar in a close game late in the term, claiming the top spot. St Leonard’s has also demonstrated their dominance in futsal, hockey, and all four divisions of netball.

 

In boys soccer, the competition is fierce, with Westbourne Grammar’s 1st team holding off St Michael’s Grammar by a single game. The tight race adds excitement as both teams vie for the top position.

 

While Westbourne Grammar leads all the lower divisions, St Michael’s Grammar School remains undefeated in boys volleyball, making them the team to beat in this category.

 

As the season progresses, it will be exciting to see if these schools can maintain their lead and secure top honors in their respective sports. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the Senior ACS Winter Season.

ACS Year 7 and Intermediate Mid Season Update and Ladder Leaders

ACS Year 7 and Intermediate Winter Sport Season: Mid-Season Update

As we approach the halfway mark of the 2024 ACS Winter Sport season, our Year 7 and Intermediate teams have shown remarkable dedication and talent, participating in a total of 835 matches across 10 sports. Here’s a rundown of the standings and highlights so far:

 

Westbourne Grammar School is leading the charge in racquet sports, dominating badminton and tennis. They hold the top spots in Girls Table Tennis for both Intermediate and Year 7A. Meanwhile, St Aloysius girls are excelling in the Intermediate B Table Tennis competition, holding the top position.

 

In Girls Basketball, Loyola is a powerhouse, leading in all Year 7 and Intermediate divisions except for the Year 7B competition, which is currently led by Overnewton. Loyola College also maintains a stronghold in AFL, topping the ladders in both Boys divisions and the Intermediate Girls. St Michael’s Grammar School boasts a talented Year 7 Girls football team, sitting undefeated at the top of the ladder with a very healthy percentage.

 

Netball sees a diverse spread of talent, with six out of our seven schools holding top ladder spots in their respective competitions. St Leonard’s College is performing well despite playing fewer games due to BYE rounds, challenging for the top or second spot in every division.

 

In Girls Hockey, Westbourne leads the Intermediate competition, while St Leonard’s holds the top spot in Year 7. Intermediate Boys Soccer is a fierce two-way battle between Overnewton and Loyola. Newcomers St Aloysius are leading both Year 7 A and B soccer competitions.

 

Overnewton dominates Year 7 Boys Volleyball, leading both A and B competitions with impressive skill and depth. Intermediate Boys Volleyball has diverse leadership across divisions. St Michael’s Grammar School is undefeated in the Intermediate A ladder, Loyola leads the Inter B’s, Overnewton tops the Inter C’s, and St Aloysius takes the lead in the Inter D competition.

 

It’s been an action-packed Term 2 of sports, and with another term to go, the excitement is far from over. Stay tuned for more updates as our teams continue to strive for excellence in their respective sports!