Latest Sports Information
General Information
Sign-on is now open for AFL, Cricket, Swimming and Volleyball (Years 5–12 for all sports except Volleyball, which is Years 7–12 only based on 2026 year levels). Registrations close Friday, 10 October (Week 1, Term 4). Register via: https://villanova.jotform.com/tkropp/aic-term-1-2026-sport-sign-on
Term 4 Date Claimers for Trimester 1 Sport:
- Firsts/Development Squads in AFL, Cricket and Volleyball are anticipated to commence training from Week 2, Term 4.
- Swimming trials will run Tuesday and Thursday mornings in Week 2, Term 4 at Langlands Park Memorial Pool, with training continuing from Week 3.
- Selection trials for AFL, Cricket and Volleyball are anticipated to commence in Week 4, Term 4.
Track & Field
With Trimester 3 sports training wrapped up, it is time for Wildcats to step up in green and gold – train hard and be ready to represent Villa at the AIC Track & Field Championships across Thursday, October 9 and Friday, October 10.
Training resumes in Week 1 of Term 4 with:
• Tuesday afternoon – Sprints, Jumps and Throws session at Villa Park
• Wednesday morning – Middle Distance training at Little Langlands.
Let’s build momentum early and prepare strongly for the Championships. Go Villa!
Week 1 of Term 4 Gym Schedule
All morning and afternoon gym sessions can be attended by all students as part of the LTAD Program, except for Friday morning when the gym is unavailable.
AIC Touch Football - Saturday 25 October
We are seeking student EOI's for the annual AIC Touch Football carnival. This event is for Year 5-11 students who have touch football playing experience. EOI's will close on Friday 19 September. To register, please click here.
Training Schedules - Term 4, 2025
AIC Track & Field Championships, Thurday, 9 October and Friday, 10 October
Our Track & Field squads have continued to develop strongly through the final weeks of preparation ahead of this week’s AIC Championships.
Below is the printable program for the upcoming AIC Track & Field Championships scheduled for Thurday, 9 October and Friday, 10 October at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC).
Students competing or reserving on Thursday are permitted to arrive at school in their Track & Field uniform with closed shoes. They will attend normal classes until 11:00am, then meet at the Middle School courts by 11:15am for rolls to be marked. Buses will depart promptly at 11:30am from Sixth Avenue and return by 5:30pm.
On Friday, 10 October, all athletes and reserves are to arrive by 6:30am for a team photo in the quadrangle. The photo will be taken at 6:45am, and buses will depart at 7:00am for QSAC, returning by approximately 2:45pm.
Any student not returning on a bus on Thursday or Friday must sign out with Mr Lund before departing.
Villanova College wishes all athletes, staff and families the very best as we represent our College with effort, humility and pride at this Thursday and Friday's AIC Track and Field Championships.
App notifications will provide updates if there are any changes to these times.
Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a great two days of competition.
The Term 4 training schedule for Weeks 2 to 3 – has now been published to Student Cafe and Parent Lounge.
Please note:
- Touch timings are included. Week 2 will be Trials, Week 3 will be Training.
- Registrations close Friday, October 10.
- Swimming trials – Tuesday and Thursday morning in Week 2 at Langlands Park Memorial Pool, with full training commencing Week 3.
- AFL, Cricket and Volleyball Firsts/Development squads to commence Week 2.
- The Weeks 4–7 training schedule will be released by Thursday of Week 3.
If any changes or cancellations occur, the Villanova College app will be updated accordingly.
AIC Sport Contacts
Term 4 Sports Coordinators:
Touch Football Coordinator – Alexander Russell (arussell@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Water Polo Coordinator – Lauren Robinson (lauren.robinson@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Trimester 1 Sports Coordinators:
AFL Coordinator – Tim Joseph (tim.joseph@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Cricket Coordinator – Nathan Dufty (ndufty@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Swimming Coordinators – Julie Colbert (Communication and Administration: jcolbert@vnc.qld.edu.au) & Lauren Robinson (Training and Performance: lauren.robinson@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Volleyball Coordinator – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Sport Office Administration:
Sports Administrator – Nathan Dufty (ndufty@vnc.qld.edu.au)
AIC Sports Leader – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Assistant Director of Sport – Chris Everding (ceverding@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Director of Sport – Matthew Hannan (matthew.hannan@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Composite District Sport – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Lytton District Sport – Chris Everding (ceverding@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Trimester 2 Sports Coordinators:
Chess Coordinator – Kath Underhill (kunderhill@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Cross-Country Coordinator – Brian Pascoe (bpascoe@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Football Coordinator – Nathan Dufty (ndufty@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Rugby Union Coordinator – Chris Everding (ceverding@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Trimester 3 Sports Coordinators:
- Basketball Coordinator – Liam Johnston (liam.johnston@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Years 5-8 Basketball Coordinator: Sharon Casey (sharon.casey@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Golf Coordinator – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Rugby League Coordinator – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Tennis Coordinator – Nathan Dufty (ndufty@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Track & Field Coordinator – Andrew Lund (andrew.lund@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Term 4 Initiatives (user pays)
Term 4 Speed & Agility Program
Registrations are now open via Parent Lounge – the program begins in Week 2 of Term 4.
Registrations are now live in Parent Lounge for the Term 4 Speed and Agility Program – a fantastic chance for students to sharpen their skills and build confidence! Sessions kick off on Thursday of Week 2 (16 October), as Week 1 clashes with the AIC Track and Field Championships.
Details:
• Open to all students in Years 5–8
• Cost: $160 for 8 sessions delivered by Matty Scott and elite-level coaches ($20 will be refunded by Week 3, if an 8th session cannot be secured)
• Day: THURSDAY mornings ONLY
• Time: 7:00am to 8:00am
• Venue: Whinstanes Oval
• Start Date: Week 2 – Thursday 16 October.
This is a great opportunity to build speed, coordination and confidence in a dynamic and supportive setting.
Please note: In the event of cancelled sessions or extremely poor weather, sessions may be adjusted or rescheduled where possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Parent Volunteers
You are warmly invited to attend the next Villa Sports Club meeting on Microsoft Teams (Monday, 13 October, 6:00–7:00pm). Please join via the link provided here on the evening of the meeting.
This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow parents, support our sporting community, and contribute to the ongoing success of Villa Sport. We encourage all parents to attend – your involvement truly makes a difference.
We look forward to connecting with you!
