21 sports. 3 seasons. 680 teams. The scale of cocurricular sport at Wesley inspires students of all abilities — from novice to elite — to discover and develop their sporting passions
Cocurricular sport
Cocurricular sport is compulsory in Years 7 to 12. Students participate in the Associated Public Schools (APS) sports competition held on Saturday mornings and also in the Associated Grammar Schools of Victoria (AGSV) and APS girls sport competitions.
For students in Years 5 and 6, sports training and matches are scheduled during school hours.
Our philosophy
Our sporting philosophy focuses on inclusion and participation and encourages all students to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle.
Competitive sport within the APS helps students understand that success is about much more than winning or losing. No matter the outcome, students develop a sense of belonging, teamwork, cooperation and respect for others.
Skilled coaches
Many of our head coaches have competed at a professional or semi-professional level. During weekly training sessions, our specialist coaches guide students to hone their skills, master tactics and understand the strategy of their chosen sport.
Read more about our about our extraordinary coaching talent on our Head coaches page.
Sport choices
With 17 cocurricular sports available, Wesley students enjoy extensive choices across 4 terms.
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricket | Football (AFL, AFLW) | Basketball | Athletics |
| Table Tennis | Cross Country | European Handball | Badminton |
| Tennis | Netball | Hockey | Touch Football |
| Softball | Volleyball | Soccer | Water Polo |
| Swimming |
With 21 cocurricular sports available, Wesley students enjoy extensive choice across three seasons.
| Summer (October to March) | Winter (April to August) | Spring (August to October) |
|---|---|---|
| Badminton | Basketball | Athletics |
| Cricket | Cross Country | Water Polo |
| Diving | Football (AFL/AFLW) | |
| Futsal | Gymnastics | |
| Rowing | Hockey | |
| Softball* | Netball* | |
| Swimming | Soccer | |
| Table Tennis | Snow Sports | |
| Tennis | ||
| Touch Football* | ||
| Volleyball |
* Currently offered as part of the AGSV Sporting Program
In Years 7 - 10, sport is compulsory in the summer and winter seasons and is optional in spring.
All students in Years 11 and 12 are required to complete a minimum of one season of sport (summer or winter) each year.
Hear about our students' sports achievements
A great sporting tradition
Wesley has a rich history of sporting success and all students are encouraged to strive for their personal best. In recent years our teams have achieved premiership titles in athletics, cross country, rowing and tennis.
Highly talented students are nurtured on their journey to extraordinary achievement and are supported in seeking sporting scholarships at Australian and international universities.
Our sporting alumni include:
- Jemima Montag (OW2016)
Commonwealth Games gold medalist racewalker - Alanna Smith (OW2014)
Professional basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) in the USA. - Sam Frost (OW2011)
AFL footballer for Melbourne Football Club - Toby Greene (OW2011)
AFL footballer for the Greater Western Sydney Giants - Jesse Martin OAM (OW1999)
Sailor and youngest person circumnavigate the world solo, non-stop and unassisted - Sharelle McMahon (OW1995)
Captain of the Australian Diamonds netball team and Commonwealth Games gold medalist netballer - Mark Philippoussis (OW1994)
Professional tennis player, Olympian and runner up at Wimbledon and the US Open - Michael Klim OAM (OW1994)
Olympic gold medalist swimmer, world champion and world record holder - Emma Carney (OW1989)
Two-time world champion triathlete, three-time world number one and Sport Australia and International Triathlon Union Hall of Fame inductee. - Ross Oakley (OW1961)
VFL footballer for St Kilda and CEO of the VFL/AFL, Victorian Rugby Union and Melbourne Rebels Rugby Union
Latest sports news
Historic victory for Girls’ First Basketball
The winter season of sport brought unprecedented success for Wesley College, with the Girls’ First Basketball Team securing their place in history as the first APS school to win the Victorian College Championships. READ MORE...
Wesley boys’ team win 8th consecutive APS Cross Country Premiership
It was a thrilling end to the 2024 APS Sport Cross Country season with the Wesley boys’ team clinching their 8th consecutive premiership in a tightly fought contest. READ MORE...
From the Front Turf at St Kilda Road to the Olympics
On Tuesday, we were thrilled to welcome Olympic Champion, Jemima Montag (OW2016) back to Wesley to speak to students at the Middle School winter sport awards assembly. Jemima won two bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics. READ MORE...
