JOEYS CLASS OF 2023
Football v Shore
After a rejuvenating long-weekend break, our footballers returned to the field with renewed energy and determination. The matches against Shore in Round 3 marked their final push before the...
Cross Country Cranbrook and Knox Relays
Saturday’s race at Upjohn Park marked the last race for Term 2 before we break up for the holidays. The race was hosted by Cranbrook & Knox and was on the familiar course of Upjohn Park....
1st XV Rugby v Kings
With the double-round competition scheduled for the First and Second XV, the decision was made late last year to hold both fixtures on Thursday afternoon, before the long weekend. It was always...
CIS Cross Country Championships
Four Year 12 athletes were selected to represent GPS at the CIS Cross Country Championships at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre, Horsley Park on Thursday last week. The course proved a...
1st XV Rugby v Riverview
Our First XV faced another huge challenge against an impressive Riverview side. Dressed in their Indigenous jerseys, both schools participated in a smoking ceremony prior to kick-off. As has been...
2nd XV Rugby v Riverview
The Second XV fought out an exciting 19–all draw against Riverview at Leichhardt. Photos courtesy of Mr John Flitcroft.
1st XI Football v Scots
The 1st XI match was an exhilarating affair. Following a previous loss to Scots in the Plate competition, our boys knew they were up against a physical team. Despite both teams having close chances...
2nd XI Football v Scots
In Round Two of the Premiership competition, our footballers faced Scots in thrilling matches held at Sydney Olympic Park Athletics Centre and at the Park. The 2nd XI had a challenging start to...
Cross Country Scots
The Cross Country runners travelled to Upjohn Park for the final competition round of the term. The race was hosted by Scots and the course proved challenging with a number of technical corners and...
Reconciliation Assembly
At a milestone special assembly, we officially launched the College’s Reconciliation Action Plan and first ever Joeys Indigenous jersey for Nation Following an Acknowledgement of Country by Ethan...
School of St Jude
Today, students convened in the Br Emilian Hall for a talk by founder of the School of St Jude in Tanzania, Ms Gemma Sisia. Gemma grew up on a wool sheep property near Guyra and is one of eight...
State of Origin Recess
Recess before State of Origin.
GPS Representative Football
Congratulations to the following boys who were selected in the GPS Representative Football 1st XI: Sonny Matchett (Captain) Nicholas Burnett Oliver Burnett Aidan Renshaw The GPS team played in the...
Acolytes at Mass
Oliver, Ben and Henry assisting Father Gavin at Sunday night Mass.
1st XV Rugby v Newington
There was plenty of excitement and confidence as the 1st XV played at home for the first time this season. The boys were up against a Newington side, with both teams desperate for a win. We started...
2nd XV Rugby v Newington
The 2nd XV were far too strong for Newington. The interplay between backs and forwards, as well as some physical defence saw the boys run in 9 tries to 1. Max Palmisani was excellent from the tee,...
1st and 2nd XI Football v Grammar
On 27 May our Football teams faced off against Grammar in Round 1 of the AAGPS Premiership competition, with all matches played at their grounds in Rushcutters Bay. The 2nd XI and got off to a...
Villa Maria Sorry Day
On Friday 26 May, our senior Indigenous students performed traditional song and dance at the Sorry DayAssembly at Villa Maria Primary school.
Tennis Pizzey Cup
Congratulations to Vitorio Ribeiro Sardinha who competed from Sunday to Saturday at the School Sport Australia ‘Pizzey Cup’ in Canberra. Vitorio captained the NSW team to victory, securing the...
Sunday Night Mass
A reminder that everyone is welcome at our Sunday night Mass each week in the College Chapel. Mass starts just after 8:00pm. Images below from Mass last weekend.
Assembly
There were a number of awards and presentations at the Headmaster's Assembly including Year 12 Academic Application awards, Athletics awards, Honour Blazer presentations, 1st and 2nd XI Football...
Careers Expo
The Careers Expo was held on Tuesday night where we were fortunate to host a broad range of exhibitors who were keen to talk to the boys about their futures. This was a wonderful opportunity to meet...
Debating
Last Friday evening the First Debating team competed in the quarter finals of the ISDA Competition against Riverview. The motion was ‘that we should have a quota for domestic content on streaming...
Cross Country Kings
Saturday’s competition saw the squad travel out to King’s for the second round of the GPS & CAS Cross Country season. The course at King’s is a true Cross-Country course, featuring sections of...
Robotics Competition
A small team of six boys and two mentors took to the field at Macquarie University for their first Robotics competition off-season event. Off the back of the Australian Regional Competition held in...
1st XV Rugby v Shore
There was much anticipation before our 1st XV match against Shore. Co-Vice-Captain, Oscar Jorgensen unfortunately joined Eamon Doyle on the sidelines after ankle surgery during the week. Different...
2nd XV Rugby v Shore
The Second XV were even with Shore at half time before our boys scored a couple of well-constructed tries. Final score 19 – 0. Photos courtesy of Mr John Flitcroft.
3rd XV Rugby v Shore
Our Third XV finished off their trial season with a gutsy 29 – 10 victory against Shore. Photos courtesy of Mr John Flitcroft.
Sunday Mass Mother’s Day
The Sunday evening Boarder's Mass was dedicated to Mother's Day this week. Sean and Jackson each provided a reflection on Mothers after Father Gavin had read the Gospel, see video below....
Flu needles
Last week, our brave Year 12s faced their biggest fear: flu shots. Sister Helen from the Health Centre was a hero, injecting hundreds of arms without breaking a sweat. But the real heroes were the...