⚫️⚪️ SAM CANE 1ST XV CUP – DIVISION 2 CHAMPIONS ⚪️⚫️
BARBARIANS 38 – 29 TE TAUMATA
What a performance. What a team. What a season.
On Saturday our Barbarians 1st XV were crowned Sam Cane 1st XV Cup Division 2 Champions after an outstanding victory over a talented Te Taumata side.
This result was built on months of hard work, sacrifice, commitment, and belief.
To our players – thank you for representing Barbarians with pride. You have shown courage, resilience, humility, and an unwavering commitment to one another.
To our coaches, managers, whānau, supporters, and sponsors – this achievement belongs to you too. Your encouragement, guidance, and support have helped create an environment where our young men could thrive.
Championships are remembered for the scoreline.
But this team will be remembered for the way they played for each other.
One Club. One Culture. All In.
⚫️⚪️ UP THE BABAS ⚪️⚫️
Double Grand Final Bound!
Perm Teams – Week 9
Give it a Go Rowing
Ōtūmoetai College students, there is a Give it a Go Rowing session on Sunday 21st June from 1-3pm.
Contact TiC of Rowing if you have any questions – sbircham@otc.school.nz
North Island Cyclocross Champs Registration
Date: 18th July 2025
Individual race = $50 per rider
Team relay = $20 per teamTeam Relay can be teams of 2 or 3 riders.
North Island Road Cycling Champs Registration
Date: 4th and 5th July 2025
Individual Races: U20, U17, U16, U15, U14, U13 boys and girls
Teams Race: Senior (U20), Junior (U16) and Year 7 & 8
The size of team for the Team Time Trial is:
- U20: 5 riders with time taken on the 4th rider (4 to finish)
- U16 and Y7&8: 4 riders with time taken on 3rd rider (3 to finish)
Team time Trial = $120 per team
Criterium = $120 per rider
ŌTC Basketball July Holiday Programme (Also open to ŌTC Year 9)
Get ready for 3 action-packed days of basketball skills, games, and fun at the Ōtūmoetai College Action Centre! Come for 1 day, 2 days, or everyday!
*** Monday 13th, Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th July
*** 9am – 3pm
*** $30 per day
*** Years 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9
Train with ŌTC Senior A Boys & ŌTC coaches while helping them on their journey to Regionals in Rotorua! Proceeds are also going towards ŌTC Basketball purchasing a Shooting Machine.
*** Bring your food, drink bottle & game-ready gear
*** Spots will fill FAST — don’t miss out!
*** Please complete the registration form below
https://forms.gle/B1tJiXwuTrwzjSEA9
Any Questions? Please email dplayford@otc.school.nz
STRONGER TODAY. PERFORM BETTER TOMORROW. 💪🏽🟢
At Ōtūmoetai College Sport, we believe physical development is not an “extra” — it is an essential part of helping young athletes thrive.
New research reviewing 17 randomised controlled trials across team sports found that structured strength training can:
✅ Reduce injury risk by 30–70%
✅ Improve sprint speed, jump height and power
✅ Enhance movement quality and resilience
✅ Support long-term athletic development and wellbeing
Most importantly, the evidence shows these benefits are especially valuable for youth athletes involved in sports such as football, netball, volleyball, rugby and basketball.
Our ŌTC Strength & Conditioning Programme is designed to do exactly that:
🏋🏽 Build stronger, more resilient athletes
⚡ Improve movement efficiency and athletic performance
🧠 Develop confidence, discipline and physical literacy
🛡 Help reduce preventable injuries and time away from sport
High performance is built over time — not just during a season.
That is why we strongly encourage all ŌTC student-athletes to commit to year-round physical development alongside their sport-specific training. Consistency matters. Quality movement matters. Long-term development matters.
Whether students are aiming for representative honours, premier sport, or simply wanting to enjoy sport for longer and perform at their best, structured S&C training provides the foundation.
- Stronger athletes.
- Healthier athletes.
- Better prepared athletes.
For more information regarding our Strength & Conditioning programme please use the following link – Strength & Conditioning at ŌTC
To read the research paper in full please use the following link – Strength Training : Injury & Performance
Backing Our Teams: Thank You to Our Valued Sports Sponsors
As we head into the winter sports season, we would like to take a moment to sincerely thank the businesses and sponsors who continue to support sport here at Ōtūmoetai College. Their generosity makes a real difference to the opportunities we can provide for our students.
We are incredibly grateful to Barfoot & Thompson for their support of football and volleyball; Ray White – Greg Bopf for basketball; Ray White – Mark Francis and Pak’nSave Cameron Road for rugby; Marshalls Innovation for their support of rugby and hockey; Seeka and Watts & Hughes Construction for football; and Tauranga ITM for hockey.
These partnerships play a vital role in helping our teams thrive, and we greatly appreciate the commitment these businesses show to our students and wider school community.
Strength and Conditioning
Term 2 S&C timetable is locked in. Show up, put in the work, and keep building. Stronger every session.
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! 💪
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.
