Latest Sports Information
General Information
In 2026, Villanova College will join the Central Sharks District for District/Regional sport. Central Sharks will replace the former Composite/Lytton district on the Metropoliton East Pathway. Please click here for an information release regarding the change of districts.
Upcoming Central Sharks Sport trials will be communicated through the College newsletter (where available) and through the College's morning notices. Students are asked to check regulary through Myvilla for most up to date information.
Weekly Fixture & Training Schedules - Term 1, 2026
Please click here to view the training schedule for Weeks 3 to 8, for Term 1 2026.
AIC Round 2 Draw v SLC - Please click here for the upcoming fixtures Fri/Sat 6/7 February
Please click here for the full AIC draw for 2026.
AIC Sport Contacts
Trimester 1 Sports Coordinators:
AFL Coordinator – Brendon Brauer (brendon.brauer@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Years 5-8 AFL Coordinator: Hershelle Classen (hclassen@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 - Maria Mascadri (mmascadri@vnc.qld.edu.au
Sports Administrator – Nathan Dufty (ndufty@vnc.qld.edu.au)
AIC Sports Leader – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Regional Sport Coordinator – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Assistant Director of Sport – Anthony Kemp (AKemp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Director of Sport – Matthew Hannan (matthew.hannan@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 Sports Coordinators:
Touch Football Coordinator – Todd Kropp (tkropp@vnc.qld.edu.au)
- Water Polo Coordinator – Lauren Robinson (lauren.robinson@vnc.qld.edu.au)
Term 4 Initiatives (user pays)
Term 1 Speed & Agility Program
Registrations are now open via Parent Lounge – the program begins in Week 2 of Term 1.
Registrations are now live in Parent Lounge for the Term 1 Speed and Agility Program – a fantastic chance for students to sharpen their skills and build confidence! Sessions kick off on Thursday of Week 2 (5 February).
Details:
• Open to all students in Years 5–8
• Cost: $170 for 8 sessions delivered by Matty Scott and elite-level coaches
• Day: THURSDAY mornings ONLY
• Time: 7:00am to 8:00am
• Venue: Whinstanes Oval
• Start Date: Week 2 – Thursday 5 February.
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.
Villanova College Swimming – Squad List and Training Commencement from Week 3, Term 4
Students are asked to please check Student Café and parents to check Parent Lounge to view the Swimming Squad each student has been selected for ahead of compulsory Term 4 training.
Compulsory Training Commences Week 3:
- Gold Squad (Categories 1 and 2): Monday morning, 21 October, at Langlands Park Memorial Pool – 6:30am arrival for a 6:45am start. Training also continues Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 6:45–7:45am.
- Green Squad (Category 3): Wednesday mornings at Villanova College Pool, from 7:00–8:00am.
All students are expected to attend their scheduled training sessions as listed in Student Café and Parent Lounge. Please ensure your son arrives on time, prepared and ready to train.
- Payment is available via the link here: vnc.school/AICSwimming2526.
- Thank you for your commitment to Villanova Swimming as we begin our 2025–2026 season.
- For additional information, please contact Swimming Coordinators Ms Julie Colbert (Communication and Administration) & Ms Lauren Robinson (Training and Performance)
Parent Volunteers
The Sports Club 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 there!
