St. Andrew’s Grammar in Dianella stood out for its strong teamwork and sportsmanship at the 2025 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia National Schools Event (GOAANSE), held in Perth from May 6–9.
The school made the most of Perth’s hosting turn, welcoming over 400 student athletes, coaches, and staff from six Greek Orthodox schools across Australia.
The only full-time Greek Orthodox day school in Western Australia was named Champion School, winning five out of the eleven sporting titles on offer.
Victories included Girls’ Netball, Boys’ and Girls’ Football, Girls’ Futsal, and Boys’ Table Tennis.
“Winning the overall Champion School trophy is a historic achievement for us,” said Principal Craig Monaghan, in a Media Release sent to Neos Kosmos.
“It’s a powerful reflection of the talent and dedication of our student athletes, and of the strength of our Perth Glory Football and High-Performance Netball Academies.”
The girls’ Futsal win was especially exciting, coming shortly after their victory in the WA Secondary Futsal State Championship.
The GOAANSE event featured competitions in Futsal, Volleyball, Netball, Football, Basketball, and Table Tennis, along with a Performing Arts Showcase and a Dinner Dance.
The tournament began with an opening ceremony at St. Nektarios Church in Dianella and ended with a closing event at the school.
“I’m incredibly proud of our entire team,” Monaghan said.
“The staff commitment to creating a warm, inclusive and respectful environment for our guests from across the country was extraordinary.”
“GOAANSE 2025 showed what St. Andrew’s Grammar – and Perth – can offer on a national stage.”
Penny Pachos, Principal of Sydney’s St. Euphemia College, also praised the event.
“It was a joy to witness students from across the country come together in friendly competition, proudly representing their schools and showcasing their talents in an environment grounded in unity, respect, and friendship,” she said.
St. Euphemia College will host the GOAANSE tournament in 2026.
