Sports News Roundup 5 February 2026

Girls 1st XI Cricket

So proud of this incredible group of young women 🏏💙

At the start of the summer holidays last year, our Girls 1st XI Cricket team not only travelled to Lincoln BUT finished 3rd place at the prestigious First XI Cricket Cup — an outstanding achievement on the national stage.

After a week of high-quality cricket against the country’s best cricketing schools, it all came down to the final game against Takapuna Grammar School, where ŌTC came away worthy winners 💪🔥

Girls, your resilience, teamwork and belief in each other was on full display all week. We are so very proud of you all.

ŌTC Sports Expo

Get ready to dive into the world of sport at Ōtūmoetai College! 💙💪

📅 Monday 9th Feb
📍 PAC

👟 Year 9 students will attend during class time
⏰ All other year levels — swing by at interval & lunchtime

This is your one-stop sports hub 🙌
✨ Meet the ŌTC Sports Department
✨ Chat with Teachers in Charge
✨ Hear from senior students already competing
✨ Register your interest and find your sport

Whether you’re keen to try something new or ready to level up — this is where your 2026 sports journey begins 🔥🏆

Don’t miss it. Be there. Get involved 💥

BOPSS Triathlon Champs – Registration of Interest

BOP are running the 2026 Triathlon Championships in Ohope on Tuesday the 17th February 2026.

If you’re interested in entering the BOPSS Triathlon Championships for Ōtūmoetai College, please click on the registration link below.

Registration form

BOPSS Ultimate Frisbee Champs – Registration of Interest

BOP are running the 2026 Ultimate Frisbee Championships at Rex Morpeth Park, Whakatāne  on Tuesday the 24th February 2026. We are looking for any year 11, 12 & 13 players (male or female) who are keen to attend.

Registration form

CALLING ALL COMPETITIVE TENNIS PLAYERS

Game on, Ōtūmoetai! Training kicks off next week at the Ōtūmoetai College tennis courts and it’s time to sharpen those skills 💪🔥

🗓 Wednesdays
⏰ 7:45am – 8:30am
📍 Ōtūmoetai College Tennis Courts

Early mornings. High intensity. Big improvements.
If you’re serious about your tennis, this is where you need to be 👊🎯

❓ Questions?
Contact Teacher in Charge – Mr Loudon
📧 sloudon@otc.school.nz

Let’s set the standard this season 💙🎾

ŌTC Sports Committee – Register your interest

🔥 CALLING ALL SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS 🔥

Want to be part of something bigger in 2026? 🏆
Love sport, school spirit, and making things happen? This is your moment 👊

We’re building a team of game-changers ready to lift the energy, promote sport, and take the Ōtūmoetai College sports vibe to the next level 💙💪

🎯 Be a leader
🎯 Be involved
🎯 Make an impact

👉 Register now:
https://forms.gle/1RR197hSDtXBHdbj6

📲 On Instagram?
Hit the Linktree in our BIO to sign up!

Don’t just watch from the sidelines — be part of the action 🔥🙌

Term 1 Futsal – Registration of Interest

Futsal is starting up again in Term 1!  If you’re interested in playing Futsal for Ōtūmoetai College, please fill in the below registration form.

Registration form

BOPSS Golf Championship –  Registration of Interest

Details

3×3 2026 Term 1 – Registration

Registered to participate in 3×3 basketball for Ōtūmoetai College for the Term 1 season. The weekly league commences Monday 16 February and concludes 30th March (7 weeks). Games will be held at Mercury Arena, Baypark from 4.00 – 6.00pm.

There are no trials or training. This is a student lead competition but every team must provide an adult scorer, teams consist of 4-5 players.

Please click on the registration link below.

Registration form

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:

1. Jump onto Bureta Physio’s website

2. Select ŌTC as your location

3. 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/

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 3–6 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
📍 Gym
🕖 Fridays | 7:00–8:00am
▶️ 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.

https://kidsback2sport.com/

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.

Ōtūmoetai College Alumni

Please follow our College Sports Instagram page & Facebook Sports page, also below is a direct link to our Weekly Fixtures and Results on our website.

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Weekly Sports Fixtures and Results