Old Trinity Grammarians' Sport Clubs

As we roll on through the winter hibernation period – and the Bureau of Meteorology’s weekly temperature forecasts start to uncannily resemble our top order’s batting averages last season – we at the OTGCC are beginning to cast our minds towards season ’25/26.

Will a young star stamp themselves as the next big thing in the MCC Club XI Competition? Can the First XI break their semi-final curse and play off for ultimate glory? Has Hugh Krantz realised that wearing a durag when running in to bowl isn’t a great look? Can we convince our wonderful sponsors at Chargrill Charlie’s to throw in a couple of extra succulent chicken subs into our game day lunch pack?

When you combine the magnitude of these questions with the Australian team’s inability to cope with any sort of seam movement over in the Caribbean (any danger of moving your feet Cam Green?? Where is Scott Cowley yelling that the “CUT SHOT IS A VIOLENT SHOT” when you need it), it is no wonder that the OTGCC committee have suffered through a number of sleepless nights.

Irrespective of these woes, excitement is certainly building for the upcoming season. Not so much at the prospect of playing the game that we all love/hate, but more so for the excuse to hang out with a great bunch of people for six hours on a Sunday afternoon.

If this is something that appeals to you, please reach out to either myself (sebnicolosi15@gmail.com) or anybody else you know at the club and we will send though our special on-boarding pack.

Included is a run-down of our very extensive, one-week pre-season training regime, the best deals at our AVC associated pubs and restaurants, and Matt Keys’ Insights as to whether you should choose the roast chicken or crumbed schnitzel Chargrill’s roll at lunch.

Seb Nicolosi (OTG 2012)
OTGCC President

And so, we meet at the halfway mark of the season, and the teams are traveling well. Apart from the Under 19s who are probably one division too high this year, the other Men’s sides are all in the top four.
The competition is strong this year, with little difference in the top five or six sides in all these competitions. We know that we must put out our best on the field no matter where our opponents are on the ladder.
Socially, we have just come off our marquee social event of the year, the McGrath Real Estate Business Lunch at the home of football, the magnificent MCG. It was my honour to induct three new past players who have done so much for our football club. We honoured Brendan Iezzi, Stephanie Bull and Ed Beasley as Life Members, who together have contributed so much to almost every part of our club.
On the same day, it was great to catch up with so many of the club and school alumni that have put us where we are today. We were especially privileged to see former Headmaster Rick Tudor attend.
Adrian Farrer gave an amazing update on the redevelopment that is about to happen with the clubrooms and facilities at Bulleen for next year – it looks spectacular.
It would great to see as many of you as possible down at our games to cheer on the green and the gold.
Let’s hope the second half of the season keeps us in a good position for finals! Go Ts.

Tony Mulcahy
OTGAFC President

Old Trinity Grammarians’ Hockey Club have hit the first three months of the season running, with improvements in all areas on and off the field. Through the first half of the 2025 season, our First XI side have doubled their win count from the previous year whilst the Second XI side have tied their win count from 2024. Both teams sit in a highly competitive ladder position and are poised for finals come September.
Despite the cold weather, it’s been great for our players to take a break from their busy lives and get involved with the club. With record high numbers attending training and regular social events, (including our first club sausage sizzle) it’s been fantastic to keep in touch with old friends and make new ones.
OTGHC are always looking for new members to join the club, so if you’re an experience professional or never held a stick before you’re always more than welcome!
Contact Tom on 0487 346 042 or email otghockey@gmail.com.

Tom Cohen (OTG 2018)
OTGHC Committee Member

Old Trinity Grammarians Soccer Club is already halfway through what has been an invigorating year for the club, with plenty to report! All our teams are sitting comfortably in the top halves of their respective ladders, with our Senior Men’s Team and Reserve’s Men’s Team in 3rd place, and our Sunday Metro Men’s team in 1st place. Whilst there is still half a season to go (and we don’t want to get ahead of ourselves…), our teams are dreaming big and locking in to continue the season in the same manner in which it began.

Off the field we have been lucky enough to enjoy a number of social events, which include but are not limited to the ‘Round 1 Kick-Off Drinks’, the ‘2025 Kit Presentation’ (thank you Elia Greek Tavern for hosting us), ‘Chase the Chicken’, our annual ’Family and Friends Post-Game Celebration’, and the fan favourite ‘Amazing Race’. The Committee is currently working hard to prepare for the 2025 Trivia and Presentation Night which will be held in September – more details to come! The club would like to extend its thanks to our most recent additions to the Committee, who have put an outstanding amount of time into the club this year; Chris Liosatos – Secretary, Patrick Booth – Treasurer and Edmond Ansbro – Head of Socials.

The club currently supports State League Senior and Reserves teams, as well as a Sunday Metro League Team. If you are interested in joining our playing squad, or becoming a part of the club in a different capacity, please contact Chris Liosatos (OTG 2021) (Secretary) by email (christopherliosatos0@gmail.com). We will be training until early September, and we would be delighted to have new members join us and add to an already wonderful group of people.

Jeremy Neylon (OTG 2013)
On behalf of the OTGSC Committee members

The OTG Water Polo Club is thriving in 2025, with record numbers and growing interest from across the Trinity community. Competing at MSAC and training at Trinity’s pool and gym, the club fields two competitive teams and is proud to launch a third: the OTG Bevies – a social side designed for newer players and recent school leavers looking to stay active, make friends and enjoy the game in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Following back-to-back premierships in 2023 and 2024, the club is looking to continue its success on and off the field. The Otters will compete in State League 2 this Summer season, while the Pups – after an outstanding campaign last year – have earned promotion to State League 4. The Bevies offer a fun, low-pressure environment while playing in State League 6.
We’re currently in pre-season training for the upcoming Summer competition. Training is held at 7:20pm every Monday night at the Trinity pool, and all interested OTGs and students in Years 10–12 are encouraged to come down and enjoy a welcoming, social atmosphere. A myriad of social events are coming up in the club’s calendar to continue to develop friendships and culture outside the pool.

As a season warm-up, OTG Water Polo will field a side to take on the Trinity Firsts team in an exhibition match this August – a fantastic opportunity we are looking forward to embracing.

If you are interested in joining, please send Ed an email at ecasmith1998@gmail.com.

Ed Smith (OTG 2017)
OTGA Otters President