Sport

AFL is offered as part of the Catholic Secondary Schoolgirls’ Sports Association (CaSSSA) Term-based competition for Secondary students. The college also enters teams to the AFLQ Schools Cup.

The St Rita’s College Netball Program provides Primary and Secondary students with opportunities to develop skills on and off the court, fostering well-rounded athletes and community members.

Swimming at St Rita’s College supports students in refining technique, building endurance and achieving personal goals. Expert coaching and a positive team environment encourage growth both in and out of the pool.

SRC Club Touch Football is played across two seasons each year and is open to students in Years 5–12.

Volleyball develops coordination, communication and teamwork through fast-paced rallies and strategic play. Students learn to work together under pressure while building confidence and technical skill on the court.

Track and Field provides opportunities for students to pursue personal excellence across a diverse range of athletic events. The program celebrates commitment, discipline and the pursuit of individual achievement.

St Rita’s College Water Polo has experienced significant growth and success over the past five years and is open to students in Years 5–12. Our Water Polo Teams compete in Club, State and National Tournaments.

Football is offered in Term 3 as a CaSSSA Wednesday Sport, Open to students in years 7-12.

Basketball is offered in Term 3 and Term 4, played as part of the CaSSSA Sport Portfolio it is open to Y7-12.

Tennis at St Rita’s College enjoys immense success. The program caters for girls of all abilities, whether they are experienced or have never played before. The Tennis Program commences in Term 1 with the CaSSSA Tennis competition. Trials for the CaSSSA teams are held in Term 4 of the preceding year.

The St Rita’s Cross Country program is about developing fitness and enhancing individual confidence and personal ethics that, when combined, form a strong sense of team spirit encouraging the student to aim for their best within their limits. This philosophy has led to St Rita’s in recent years making the podium in the CaSSSA Cup for a consecutive six years and championing the competition in 2021. The Year 5 and Year 6 years age groups compete over 2km, while the older age groups all compete over 3km.

Rugby 7s is an exciting, high-energy sport that rewards speed, agility and quick thinking. Students develop confidence, teamwork and decision-making skills while embracing the fast-flowing nature of the game.