Old Trinity Grammarians' Sport Clubs

In keeping with the theme Till in Life’s Broader Fields we catch up with one of the OTGCC’s brightest young stars, Will Spratt (OTG 2024), who is in the middle of his stint in the UK with the The Old Elizabethans Cricket Club.

So Spratty, what was the inspiration to jet off to the UK this winter to play cricket?

I wanted to step outside my comfort zone and challenge myself, both as a cricketer and a person, while enjoying time off from school and before I start university. Playing in England felt like a chance to experience new conditions, make new mates, and reconnect with a player who played at my club in the 2018/19 season.

How has the experience been so far? Any on-field highlights?

It’s been amazing. The club and community have been incredibly welcoming, and my host family even took me to the south of France for five days. The cricket has tested me in many ways. My first game was probably still the highlight where I played in my first-ever tied match. I managed to pick up a couple of wickets and score a few runs which was nice. Another standout was finishing runners-up in the T20 national final. It was an incredible experience, especially getting to play in a stadium.

What is the biggest difference between the English and Australian styles of cricket?

In Australia, we tend to value aggression and scoring quickly, while in England, it’s about patience, precision and playing late. For me, the biggest adjustment has been dealing with the conditions – the weather, the pitches and the Duke’s cricket ball, which swings a lot more. Ironically, this year they’ve had one of their driest summers on record, with temperatures hitting 36°C multiple times and not one game called off due to rain!

Thinking a little more existentially, what has this experience taught you about yourself?

It has certainly helped me value and embrace uncertainty. Living and playing far from home has reminded me that growth happens when you’re uncomfortable. It’s also taught me how to live independently and adapt to life without the safety net of home. I’ve learned to cook, budget and even picked up new hobbies like working as a groundman and curating cricket pitches.

And finally, what is your prediction for the Ashes series this summer?

I’m backing Australia all the way. 4-0. Our pace attack on home wickets will be too much for England’s ‘Bazball,”’and I think our batting depth will wear them down over the series. They don’t seem overly confident here either, especially after drawing with India. I don’t think the urn is going anywhere anytime soon!

Thanks Spratty – glad to hear you’re loving your time over there. Soak it all up and we look forward to seeing you when you’re back in town.

No worries Seb, good to chat. I did also want to say to anybody reading this that if they would like to do something similar to my exchange, feel free to contact me and I can put you in touch with the club, as every year they like having overseas players.

The football season is now at the pointy end, with the Firsts, Seconds and Thirds all making finals and ending up in the Top 2 with the double chance. The Under 19s had a mixed year, but has shown its quality by having currently three of them in the Firsts at the moment.

We celebrated our Team of the Last 20 Years at The Crawley Centre for the Arts at Trinity, with over 110 guest seeing the 29 selections for this star-studded line up. Congratulations to all those named in the Team.

Off the field, we are currently working in partnership with the Salvation Army, helping out with providing secondhand clothing, and in addition, our players will help out in their city centre, assisting with serving meals to those in need. We hope to establish a strong association with the Salvo’s.
Wishing all the Year 12s the best for their upcoming exams, all the best for 2025 and the future in front of you all.

Tony Mulcahy
OTGAFC President

OTGAFC Thirds Premiership

Congratulations to Josh Mannix (OTG 2016) and the team who coached the OTGAFC Div 1 Thirds to a Premiership.

With the conclusion of the 2025 winter season, OTGHC produced fantastic results across both teams. Our first XI finished in 6th, whilst our second XI finished in 5th, both teams narrowly missing finals by two games or less. These results are a fantastic improvement from the previous season, especially in the firsts XI with their highest ever finish at the highest grade they’ve played.

Looking beyond the winter season, its a great time for us to gather and spend time together socially while we prepare for next season. We also participate in a social competition over the summer, where we play alongside OTG friends from all skill level as well as from other clubs. It’s a fantastic opportunity to get involved with the club, and several of our members played hockey for the first time in this social competition. This summer competition really highlights our broader community, reuniting with old friends and making new ones on the way.

If you’d like to try hockey, or come be involved in the summer comp (even if you already play for another hockey club) please contact Tom on 0487 346 042.

Tom Cohen (OTG 2018)
OTGHC Co-President

The 2025 season has been yet another strong year for the Old Trinity Grammarians’ Soccer Club. Despite not achieving the success that we desired on field, the club continues to grow socially, welcoming more Trinity members as the year went on.

A highlight of the year was the annual match against the Trinity Firsts team, where the majority of their Year 12s stepped up and delivered an exciting contest that showcased the school’s depth and spirit. Off the pitch, the Trivia Night was a major success for the club, bringing players, families, friends and supporters all together. Collaborating on the night, with the Old Trinity Football team also added a sense of community and unison, strengthening ties across the Old Trinity community.

With some strong performances throughout the year and continuing vibrant social events, the future looks promising for the Soccer Club, both on and off the field.
If you are interested in joining our playing squad or becoming a part of the club on a social aspect, please contact Lino Salzano (President) by email (linosalzano4@gmail.com) or Christopher Liosatos (Secretary) (christopherliosatos0@gmail.com) .

OTGHC Committee Members

The OTG Water Polo Club is thriving in 2025, with record numbers and growing interest from across the Trinity community. The summer season is underway, with the OTG Otters having two wins and two losses in State League 2, the OTG Pups two wins with a loss and a draw apiece, and the new OTG Bevies still awaiting their first win after a couple of tightly contested drawn games in State League 6. All teams expect to be active in the December finals period.

We’re currently in training for our weekly summer competition. Training is held at 7:20pm on 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 have been enjoyed with more soon to come on the club’s social calendar as we continue to develop friendships and culture outside the pool.

As part of our season, OTG Water Polo will field a side to take on the Trinity Firsts team in an exhibition match this September – a fantastic opportunity we are looking forward to embracing.

If you are interested in joining, please feel free to come to a Monday night training or contact Ed at ecasmith1998@gmail.com.

Ed Smith (OTG 2017)
OTGA Otters President