SPEEDY ŌTC CLIMBERS!
The New Zealand Speed Climbing Nationals were held at Blake Park, Mount Maunganui a couple of weekends ago, with three Ōtūmoetai College students competing in an epic day of competition.
The speed wall features two routes: the 12-metre K Route (Under 11, Under 13 and Under 15), and the 15-metre Olympic Route (Under 17, Under 19, Open and Masters). Both routes include a 5-degree overhang from top to bottom.
Ayla Radley (Year 9) delivered an awesome performance, breaking her own Under 15 New Zealand record from last year with a time of 5.81 seconds. She climbed exceptionally well all day, producing several strong runs. Unfortunately in the final, Ayla slipped and fell, narrowly missing the gold medal and finishing with a well-earned silver.
Poppy Hinde (Year 10) also had a fantastic competition, putting together consistent, tidy runs throughout the day. She achieved a personal best time and finished 4th in the Under 15 Girls division.
Vans Gasapo (Year 11) competed in the Under 17 category on the Olympic Route. After a good performance in the qualification rounds, rain set in and unfortunately the finals were unable to go ahead. Final placings were therefore determined by qualifying times, with Vans finishing 4th overall.
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COMING TO TAURANGA: Dr Craig Harrison — Under Pressure 
If you’re a parent, whānau or caregiver with sporting tamariki and rangatahi, this event is for YOU.
Tuesday 17th March
Tauranga
We HIGHLY recommend booking your tickets now via Event Finder.
Waikato BOP MTB Cross Country Champs Registration
The XC course is approx 3km long. It is predominantly a Grade 2 track with approx 60 meters of vertical climbing. It is suitable for most inexperienced riders. The relay course is a short, fast and relatively flat course.
Venue: Te Miro MTB Park, Waterworks Road, Te Miro.
Date: Thursday 12th March
Transport: School van
Divisions: Track suitable for all abilities. Year 9 – 13, Boys & Girls.
Events: Individual events and Team Relay
AGE GROUPS
U15, U17, U20, male and female.
Entry fees:
From $35-$45 per athlete + transport costs
Registrations close: 5 March 2025
If you’re keen to be entered, please fill in the registration form below.
https://forms.gle/w2XyUYRiZ36K6wdq8
Any questions, please email sport@otc.school.nz
Futsal Fiesta
We are excited to invite your school to enter a team in Futsal Fiesta, an indoor futsal fundraising tournament being hosted at Ōtūmoetai College this March.
This tournament is designed to provide high-quality match play and would be an excellent lead-in event before School Nationals, giving teams valuable competitive preparation.
Event details:
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Location: Ōtūmoetai College
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Boys/Mixed teams: Saturday 7th March
– Girls teams: Sunday 8th March
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Grades: Year 9 & 10 and Senior (Years 11–13)
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College grades will run after lunch
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Cost: $120 per team
The day will also include a meet & greet with the Futsal Ferns and Futsal Whites, as well as a sausage sizzle and baking stall, creating a great futsal environment for players and supporters.
Futsal Fiesta is a fundraiser supporting a local Women’s team competing at the Ford Futsal SuperLeague, and we would greatly appreciate your support.
If possible, we would love this opportunity to be shared on your school social media platforms, or for your school to consider entering a team.
For registrations or more information, please contact:
Lilly Muspratt
futsalfiesta26@gmail.com
BOPSS Golf Championship – Registration of Interest
Details
Date: Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Open to 18 Hole players only.
Bureta Physiotherapy 2026
We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news for our school community — ŌTC has a brand-new partnership with Bureta Physiotherapy! 🙌
This means we’ll now have a qualified physio based onsite at school, providing professional support for both students and staff. Whether it’s a sports niggle, injury recovery, or help with keeping your body feeling its best, having a physio right here makes it easier than ever to get the care you need.
How to book an appointment:
Select ŌTC as your location
Choose a time that suits you
Easy, quick, and right here at school — we can’t wait for everyone to benefit from this awesome new service! 💪
Waka Ama
2026 NZSS Waka Ama Championships are on March 23rd – 27th 2026 at Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake), Rotorua.
If you’re interested in entering for Ōtūmoetai College;
Please fill in the registration form below.
https://forms.gle/7jKxQ92ixuKXieh57
For more information visit our Waka Ama sports page on our website.
https://otc.school.nz/waka-ama/
Relay for Life – Te Ara Toiora
Relay For Life is a fundraising event where teams commit to walking, running, skipping, or hopping around a designated track to support their local Cancer Society. Team members take turns passing a baton, ensuring someone is always moving throughout the event. While track lengths and event durations may vary based on location, the dedication to the cause remains constant.
Relay is a powerful way to whakanui (celebrate) people who have or have had cancer and the people who care for them; maumaharatia (remember) loved ones lost to cancer; and tū atu (fight back) by raising awareness and funds for the Cancer Society.
NETBALL Pre-Season Skill Development 2026
Ready to level up before the season even starts? 💪🔥
Our Netball Pre-Season Skill Development sessions are the perfect chance to sharpen your skills, boost your confidence, and hit trials flying.
📅 Weeks 4–6 only
⛔ No skill sessions once team selections begin – don’t miss out!
✨ WEDNESDAYS | 3:30–4:45pm (from 18 Feb)
🌟 SPECIAL MAGIC PLAYER GUEST COACH
💲 $10 per session | 👥 Max 20 players
✨ THURSDAYS | 3:30–4:45pm (from 19 Feb)
💥 FREE SESSION
This is your chance to train smarter, learn from the best, and set the tone for a massive 2026 season 🖤💛
👉 Register now:
https://forms.gle/QpH9pNnTDdoZtaEo9
📲 Instagram users – link is in our BIO (Linktree)
☀️ Please note: Summer sport takes priority
❓ Questions?
📧 Contact Teacher in Charge of Netball – Lara Richardson
lrichardson@otc.school.nz
FOOTBALL | SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Love football? Want to sharpen your skills and take your game to the next level? This is for YOU 🙌
📅 Starts Wednesday 11 February
⏰ 3:45pm – 4:45pm
📍 ŌTC College Football Fields
👥 ALL WELCOME
Boys | Girls | Juniors | Seniors
Whether you’re just starting out or already chasing big goals — come get involved!
Bring your boots, bring your energy, and be ready to work, learn, and have fun ⚽💪
☀️ Please note: Summer sport takes priority
❓ Questions?
📧 Contact Teacher in Charge – Nathan Farey
nfarey@otc.school.nz
Let’s get after it, ŌTC Football 🔥⚽
Basketball Skills Development Sessions
🏀🔥 IT’S GAME TIME! 🔥🏀
Basketball Skills Development Sessions are tipping off next week — perfect time to sharpen your handles, boost your shooting, and level up your game 💪
👟 IMPORTANT: Bring your basketball shoes and a drink bottle
❌ No basketball shoes = no play!
👧 GIRLS
Juniors & Seniors
📍 Action Centre
🕖 Tuesday | 7:15–8:15am
▶️ Starts 13 Feb
👦 BOYS
Seniors
📍 Action Centre
🕔 Tuesdays | 5:00–7:00pm
▶️ Starts 10 Feb
Year 9
📍 Gym
🕛 Wednesdays | Lunchtime
▶️ Starts 11 Feb
Juniors
📍 Gym
🕞 Fridays | 3:30–5:00pm
▶️ Starts 13 Feb
☀️ Please note: Summer sport takes priority
❓ Questions? Pop into the Sports Office or see Mr Playford
Let’s get in the gym and get to work.
RUGBY SEASON IS CALLING!
Rugby training kicks off Tuesday 10 February and it’s time to hit the field and get stuck in 💪
📍 School Field – every Tuesday and Thursday
🕞 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Whether you’ve got your sights set on 1st XV, U16, U14, or Girls Rugby, this is your moment — everyone’s welcome 🙌
👟 Bring your boots
👥 Bring a mate
💥 Bring the energy
Work hard, have fun, and help set the tone for a massive season ahead!
☀️ Please note: Summer sport takes priority
❓ Questions? Swing by the Sports Office or see Mr Ridgway
Let’s go 🏉🔥
HOCKEY | MUSTERS DATES
Thinking about playing hockey this season? 👀
Come along to our Hockey Musters — a great chance to get a feel for it, shake off the rust, and get some stick time before trials roll around.
👉 Open to ALL interested players
❗ NOT compulsory
❗ Muster sessions do NOT count toward trials
🌞 If you’re playing a summer sport, that stays your priority
📅 MONDAYS
📍 Venue: Tauranga Boys’ College
23 February
• Boys: 4–5pm | Girls: 5–6pm
2 March
• Boys: 4–5pm | Girls: 5–6pm
9 March
• Boys: 4–5pm | Girls: 5–6pm
16 March
• Boys: 4–5pm | Girls: 5–6pm
23 March
• Boys: 4–5pm | Girls: 5–6pm
No pressure. No commitment. Just hockey 🏑💥
Grab your stick, bring a mate, and come check it out!
Any questions contact:
Girls TiC – mgeraghty@otc.school.nz
Boys TiC – maldcroft@otc.school.nz
Wrestling at ŌTC
Kids Back to Sport: Your go-to resource for child sports injuries
The website link below unlocks a comprehensive support for parents, health professionals, and teachers & coaches, empowering a safe return to play for injured children.
SPORT Noticeboard and Digi Screen
All your current Sport information is on the Action Centre Sports Noticeboard and Digi Screen. Location is opposite the netball court.
Ōtūmoetai College Alumni
We are looking to start an alumni of any previous students of Ōtūmoetai College – if you would like to be included, please click on the link below.
