International students’ trip inspires and captivates
August 8, 2025
Rotorua, known for its bubbling geothermal wonders and vibrant Māori culture, is one of New Zealand’s most unique and captivating destinations. At the end of
Sport
“Sport not only builds better athletes, but also better people”
– Julie Foudy
We enjoy a large and thriving Sports programme at Sancta Maria College.
The Sports Management Team at our college consists of a Director of Sport, Sports Coordinator and Sports Assistant. This team along with the Sports Committee and a team of dedicated volunteers deliver an excellent and growing range of Sports to our students.
Sancta Maria College prides itself on a high participation rate and increasing success in a number of different sporting codes.
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Wide variety of sports on offer
Our school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities that cater to the various needs, experiences and abilities of our students. This allows our young people to develop their talents and interests, celebrate their culture and give service to both the school and wider community.
The core sports listed in the Sports Guide are those for which there is consistently high participation, success, or codes we are prioritising. The other codes are sports that we offer on a case-by-case scenario and that we aim to develop into our core programme in the near future.
Participation and Achievement
We pride ourselves in sporting success and high student participation in physical activity and organised sport. Our teams participate consistently and achieve highly at local, regional and national level events with some individuals gaining selection into New Zealand and other international teams.
2023 Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year
Junior Sportsman of the Year: Blake Pennington
Senior Sportsman of the Year: Gabriel Lesoa
Junior Sportswoman of the Year: Kaia Perham-Hayes
Senior Sportswoman of the Year: Marielle Venida
Sport Gallery
Tress for Survival programme reminds 9MAC that small actions can have a mighty impact
August 8, 2025
On Monday the 28 July 2025, our Year 9MAC class from Sancta Maria College proudly participated in the Trees for Survival programme — a nationwide
Year 9 Readers Cup tests and enhancing students’ skills
August 7, 2025
Here are testimonials from our Year 9 students who represented the school at the recent Readers Cup competition held at Sacred Heart College. Abby Story-Frayling: