Sports Institute News
MSI Footy Tipping Competition
A huge congratulations to Grant for taking out the win in this year’s MSI Footy Tipping Competition! It was a tight race all season, and he sealed the victory with the very last game. Grant now holds the bragging rights for the year — well played and well deserved!Â
Sept. 2025
2025 APS/AGSV Season Wrap Up
The Winter APS/AGSV season has officially wrapped up for another year! The Melbourne Sports Institute was hard at work throughout the term, supplying umpires to cover over 600 games each weekend. From early mornings to late finishes, our team played a crucial role in keeping the matches running smoothly and ensuring fair play across every game.
We’re proud to have supported the APS/AGSV competition behind the scenes. A big thank-you to all the umpires and Officials who made the season such a success — we can’t wait to see what next year brings!
Aug 2025.
ACC Soccer and AFL Finals
In Term 2, the Melbourne Sports Institute partnered with the ACC to provide AFL umpires and soccer referees for the interschool sports program. The Officials ensured that matches were played fairly, professionally, and in the true spirit of sport.
We are grateful to the ACC Schools for their continued support.
June 2025
Term 2 Netball Umpirirng
Term 2 was a whirlwind for our netball umpires, making sure matches ran smoothly and fairly. With a packed schedule of games across schools, our umpires were kept busy, moving from court to court, whistle in hand.
Our umpires handled it all with professionalism and dedication. Their hard work allows the competitions to stay competitive, safe, and fun for everyone involved.
 A huge thanks to all our netball umpires for their commitment this term, keeping the season on track and the games flowing.
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July 2025.
First Aid
School carnivals are always full of energy, excitement, and sometimes a few bumps and scrapes—and that’s where our First Aid Department comes in. Over the past term, our First Aiders and Sports Trainers have providing care and support at school and club events ensuring every student, teacher, and spectator is safe and looked after.
From minor cuts and bruises to sprained ankles, our first aid staff are ready for anything. Their quick response and professional care mean that incidents are managed efficiently, allowing the carnival fun to continue uninterrupted.
Hats off to our First Aid Department for keeping everyone safe and ensuring these school carnivals run smoothly!Â
July. 2025
CGSAV Basketball Tournament
The Melbourne Sports Institute was proud to provide basketball referees for the recent CGSAV Tournament. Their expertise and professionalism ensured that games were played smoothly, fairly, and in the true spirit of competition, allowing students to enjoy a positive and well-supported sporting experience.
May 2025
Softball Umpire Training
Term 1 is always a busy time for softball. To help everyone prepare for the season ahead, Richard Dodds from Softball Victoria delivered a series of umpiring sessions. These sessions gave current umpires the chance to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills, while also introducing players to the rules and responsibilities of umpiring. The program supported the development of confident and capable umpires.Â
February 2025.
Corporate Games
This year’s corporate games were full of excitement, and our team gave it everything we had. We battled hard in every event and came so close to the top—but in the end, we finished second by just 1 point! It was a nail-biting finish, and while we didn’t take home the top spot, the experience was unforgettable. The laughter, teamwork, and friendly rivalry made it all worthwhile, and next year, we’re coming back hungrier than ever!
November 2024.