Cycling Nationals
Our cycling team travelled to Feilding from 21–23 September to compete in the New Zealand Secondary Schools Cycling Championships. Over three days, students raced across team time trial, individual road race, and points race, demonstrating skill and determination.
The team’s efforts were rewarded with an impressive medal haul. The Senior A Team—Nina Worrall, Zoe Kivell, Ava Liggins, Emily Hammond, and Hazel Johnston—claimed bronze in the team time trial. Individually, Emily Hammond earned bronze in the U17 Girls Points Race and gold in the U17 Individual Road Race.
This success was made possible by the support of our cycling committee and parent group, and the dedication of head coach Cath Martin and assistant coaches Hannah Mead and Elena Worrall. Congratulations to all our competitors for representing Epsom Girls Grammar School with distinction.
Rugby Representative Honours and 7s Success
Congratulations to our students on a series of outstanding rugby achievements this term.
Representative selections include:
- Sofia Govind – 2025 NZ Māori U18 Nga Mareikura team.
- Mikaya Tonga, Anakiu Opeti-Finau, and Dellis Tuitupou – U18 NZ Barbarians Team.
- Emacyn Ieremia – U18 Pasifika Team and U17 Samoa League Team, Champions of the Pacific Youth Cup.
- Tia Korewha – Aotearoa Māori Rugby League U14 Girls Team, competing at the Pacific Youth Cup in October.
On the team front, the EGGS Rugby 7s squad competed in the Auckland Secondary Schools 7s Tournament on 10 October in Otahuhu. After a close loss in the final against Howick College, finishing 22–29, the team secured a Top 3 placing, qualifying them for the Condor 7s National Secondary Schools Rugby Sevens competition in November at Mount Maunganui.
Well done to all our players for their skill, dedication, and commitment to representing Epsom Girls Grammar School with distinction.
NISSSC Ski Success
Five of our students recently represented Epsom Girls Grammar School at the North Island Secondary Schools Ski Champs (NISSSC) at Tūroa Ski Field in Ohakune. The event returned for the first time since 2019, and despite freezing wind, rain, and near-zero visibility, our skiers showed determination and enthusiasm throughout.
All students competed in the Giant Slalom, with three also taking on the Ski Slopestyle. Special congratulations to Annabel Sigley, who placed 1st in Senior Girls Slopestyle, and to Annabel, Billie Furze, and Natalie Johnson, who achieved 3rd overall in the team Slopestyle event. A big thank you to Richard Furze, Michael Poynter, Dan Bycroft, Mrs Watts, Miss McCool, and Mrs Vince for supporting the team and helping make the experience such a success.
Basketball
Kyra Tuihalangingie-Midson recently represented Tonga in the FIBA U16 Women’s Asia Cup Division 2, gaining valuable international experience.
Football
Congratulations to Emily Rope and Amelia Lafaialii, who competed in the Australian National State Championships in Canberra. The pair played superbly, finishing second overall after a hard-fought gold final that went to a penalty shootout — a fantastic result!
Multi-Sport Recognition
Alexandria Bell-McFarland was honoured at the Ōtāhuhu-Mangere Counties Manukau Sports Awards, receiving both U16 Sportswoman of the Year and the Overall Rising Star Award. Alexandria’s talent spans across Netball, Softball, and Waka Ama — an outstanding achievement.
Swimming
Olivia Bates competed at the New Zealand Short Course Swimming Championships in Auckland, placing 1st in the 400m Individual Medley and 2nd in the 200m Individual Medley — another remarkable performance from one of our top swimmers.
