OHA Aerobics has enjoyed another outstanding season in 2026, with our athletes achieving exceptional results at both state and national level and continuing to demonstrate the strength of the OHA Aerobics community. 

Verve = Jessie Radford (OH 2014), Olivia Jenkins (OH 2017), Tess Scott, Roisin Selvarajoo and Elise Burt produced an incredible undefeated season in the Adult National Petite Fitness Team section. After placing first at every competition they entered throughout the Victorian season, the team capped off an exceptional year by claiming gold at the 2026 FISAF Australia National Championships on the Gold Coast. 

Our second Adult National Petite Fitness Team, Stick It = Molly Back (OH 2015), Tara Traficante (OH 2022), Ash Stafford (OH 2017), Amy McCulloch (OH 2020) and Sarah DeGregorio showed extraordinary resilience throughout what became a particularly challenging season. The team faced constant disruption, with several injuries. A huge thank you must go to current Brighton Middle School Aerobics coach Indi Kruss, who stepped in for Nationals and helped ensure the team could compete. Stick It delivered a fantastic performance on the national stage to finish sixth in Australia, producing a result that reflects the determination and commitment of the entire team. 

Finally, OHA was incredibly proud to once again have Kenji Fujihara (OH 2013) representing the club in the Adult International Male Singles section, which is the highest level of individual competition within the sport. Despite now living in New York, Kenji continues to compete for OHA, reflecting his enduring love for Sport Aerobics and the community surrounding it. Kenji continues to be an incredible role model for our younger athletes, who look up to both what he has achieved within the sport and the commitment he continues to show to Aerobics from the other side of the world. Following another successful National Championships, Kenji has once again qualified to represent Australia at the FISAF World Championships in New Zealand from 12–14 November. After finishing second at the World Championships last year, we cannot wait to see him take to the international stage once again. 

It has been another fantastic year for OHA Aerobics, highlighted not only by outstanding competitive results, but by the resilience, commitment and genuine love of the sport shown by our athletes. We are incredibly proud of everyone who represented OHA throughout the 2026 season and look forward to cheering Kenji on as he represents Australia at the World Championships as we go to publication. 

Jessie Radford (née Curtain) (OH 2014) 

Old Haileybury Bowls Club ready for another big season 

The Old Haileybury Bowls Club (OHBC) is gearing up for what promises to be an exciting and rewarding 2026/27 season, and we warmly invite all members of the Haileybury community to join us on the greens. 

Since its formation in 2021, the club has grown rapidly into a vibrant and inclusive community, bringing together Old Haileyburians, parents, staff, friends and members of the wider Haileybury family through friendship, competition and a shared love of bowls. The club now fields three competitive teams and continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the most welcoming and community-oriented bowls clubs in Victoria. 

The season is already underway with weekly training sessions at Cheltenham Bowls Club each Monday afternoon, coaching opportunities for players of all abilities with Kelly McKerihen, a four-time Commonwealth Games bowler, and our own club coaches, and a full calendar of social and competitive events. Highlights include the Season Opening and Bring a Friend Night, friendly matches against local clubs at Malvern BC and Moorabbin BC, and the commencement of SDELBA competition in October. The club has also recently launched its new Strategic Plan, which balances competitive success with connection, belonging and service to the Haileybury community. 

Whether you are an experienced bowler, a complete beginner, or simply looking for another way to stay connected with the Haileybury community, OHBC offers something for everyone. New members are always welcome, and the club prides itself on providing an enjoyable environment where friendships flourish both on and off the green. 

To learn more, register your interest or keep up to date with fixtures, training and events, please join the Old Haileybury Bowls Club via the Stack Team app or visit the Old Haileybury Bowls webpage. 

We look forward to welcoming new members and sharing another fantastic season of friendship, competition and community spirit. Here’s to a wonderful 2026/27 season ahead! 

Scott Doran (OH 1984) 

President OHBC 

Scott Doran (OH 1984) 

Following a historic season that saw the 1st XI become back-to-back Premiers in Division 1 for the first time in 23 years, the Old Haileyburians Cricket Club (OHCC) is continuing its growth, adding a 4th XI and, for the first time, an Under 18s program. 

Made up mainly of OH 2025 graduates, the newly established 4th XI will compete in Division 4 of the MCC Club XI Competition. This means that, for the first time, the OHCC will field a team in every division of the competition. The strong appetite among young alumni to continue playing cricket after leaving Haileybury is a testament to the culture created at the club over the past 10 years, and we look forward to seeing the Bloods continue to be represented in one of the most prestigious cricket competitions in the state. 

The OHCC is also extremely proud to announce the introduction of an Under 18s program, led by former First XI Captain of the School, Siddhant Goel (OH 2026). The team will include both current students and OH 2026 leavers and will compete in the Wednesday night SECA T20 competition. Coached by club stalwart Vinay Lakshman (OH 2012), the boys are sure to learn plenty while enjoying the opportunity to play cricket alongside their schoolmates. 

This growth would not be possible without the strong support of the Haileybury community. The OHCC would like to thank the Old Haileyburians Association and the Haileybury facilities staff for their ongoing support of the club. We would also like to thank our current sponsors, 24 Hour Business Plan and The Dingley Hotel, for their continued support, as well as our new sponsors, Chicken Lads, MD Painting Services and J Spark Electrical, for joining us for the 2026/27 season. We look forward to building strong and lasting partnerships with all these quality businesses. 

If you are looking for a club to follow this season, look no further than the Bloods. We would love to see your support on Sundays down at the School. 

Follow us on Instagram (@oldhaileyburycc) and Facebook (Old Haileybury Cricket Club) for weekly fixtures and results throughout the season. 

Ethan Hardeman (OH 2022) 

The Old Haileyburian Cross Country Club has enjoyed a fantastic season, highlighted by our first premiership win since 2013. Our Division 2 title was the club’s first since 1991. 

After more than 30 consecutive years in Division 1, including nine premierships, the club was relegated to Division 2 at the end of the 2024 season. Just two seasons later, we have won our way back to Division 1, going undefeated throughout 2026. 

One of the highlights of the year was the brilliant debut of 2026 Haileybury Cross Country Vice-Captain, Alex Dearing, who finished second in our home event, the Williamson 5km. He also recorded a top ten finish at the Jamieson 5km at Scotch. 

David Trevena (OH 1998) won the sealed handicap at the Jamieson 5km and was rewarded for his outstanding consistency throughout the year, taking out the APSOC Most Consistent Athlete award. 

Ash Peacock (OH 1996), returning to the Club this season, and David Bayley (OH 2010) also enjoyed fine years and were regular first-team members throughout our undefeated campaign. 

For any running enthusiasts keen to be part of the action in 2027, we would love to have you involved. 

Andrew Scott (OH 1990)

It has been another big year at the Old Haileyburians Amateur Football Club, with our Senior Men, Reserves, Under 19s and Senior Women proudly representing the Bloods across the VAFA competition. 

Our Under 19s capped off an outstanding season in emphatic fashion, producing a dominant Grand Final performance to claim just the third Under 19 premiership in the history of the Old Haileyburians Football Club. It was a magnificent achievement for this talented group of young men and a proud moment for everyone connected with the club. On the biggest stage, birthday boy Ben Hardeman (OH 2024) delivered a superb performance to be awarded Best on Ground, adding another special chapter to a memorable day. The premiership is not only a wonderful reward for the players and coaches, but an exciting reflection of the young talent coming through the OHAFC pathway and the future of our club. Our Senior Women also represented the Bloods with enormous pride, fighting courageously to the final siren in their Grand Final before falling agonisingly short by less than a goal.  

Meanwhile, our Senior Men and Reserves have continued to compete strongly despite being tested by a significant injury toll throughout the year. It has been one of the worst injury tolls in recent memory, with many senior players sidelined by long-term injuries. 

More importantly, we continue to be incredibly proud of the culture being built across the club. OHAFC is about much more than football. It is about providing a place where Haileyburians can remain connected to the School and the broader OHA community, build lifelong friendships and enjoy the sense of belonging that comes from being part of a great club. 

Our connection with Haileybury continues to strengthen, particularly through the pathway from School football into our Under 19s and senior programs. We are enormously proud to see the next generation of Haileyburians pulling on the magenta and black and continuing their football journey with Old Haileybury. 

With a strong group of players, coaches, volunteers, supporters and partners behind us, there is a great sense of optimism about where the Club is heading. We remain committed to building a successful, inclusive and sustainable football club that the entire OHA community can be proud of.

Go Bloods and Hearts! 

Matthew Armstrong (OH 1988) 

There were no finals for the teams this winter season, but some great wins in amongst the draws and losses. Our Women’s Pennant D South East (WPDSE) team finished fifth of eight teams, with five wins, four draws and nine losses, yielding a goal difference of minus one. That was an excellent result, as the team was promoted by Hockey Victoria from Metro 1 grade in 2025. Our Men’s Metro 2 South (MM2S) team finished tenth of ten teams (yes, that is the bottom of the ladder), with two wins, one draw and 15 losses, yielding a goal difference of -28, but always competitive, and with numerous losses by just one goal. Well done to all players for an enjoyable season. 

We have celebrated some great milestones this season too. A huge congratulations to Clark Anstis (OH 1975) on reaching the incredible milestone of 750 games for the club in Round 4. It was a day to remember, with the MM2S team recording a dominant 6–0 win over Southern United and the team’s first points of the season. The same day, two of our WPDSE players also celebrated milestone games:  Del Salter 250 and Clare Comazzetto 100. 

Additional major milestones during the season: Warwick Bishop (OH 1987) 550, Andrew Mehegan (OH 1999) 250, and Kylie (KJ) Jeffrey 300 matches. Well done all! 

Libby Moore and Judy Silom played in the 2026 Hockey Masters World Cup in Belgium, in the Over 70s International Masters Cup competition. Libby’s Australian Spirits team won the gold, defeating the LX Ladies from England, while Judy’s Southern Cross team finished fourth. Wonderful achievements. 

Join in the excitement of hockey and come along to play or support. New players of all ages and grades are most welcome, to keep our teams on the field. Above all, we enjoy playing the game with our teammates. Home matches are played on the School hockey fields at Keysborough. 

Get in touch with the hockey Bloods via the OHA website, the OHAHC website or email ohahockeyclub@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you. 

Clark Anstis (OH 1975) 

Season Launch 

On Sunday, 6 September the club launched the preparation for the upcoming 2026/27 rowing season. With 26 members attending training and then a BBQ at the club, we are building upon the success of last season and looking at a bigger presence this season. 

Carrum Masters Regatta 

The Carrum Regatta on our home course at the National Water Sports Centre on the Patterson River saw the club crews step up in the racing distance to 1,000m. Five crews took to the water with strong performances with the Club picking up three third places and two fourth places on the day. Third placed crews were: Mixed Masters Coxed Quad Scull of Pam Ho, Lauren McTier, Ivan Uboldi and Alex Uboldi coxed by Ben Reed (OH 2024); Female Coxed Quad Scull of Sandra Reed, Ying Tiah, Kaye Morosi and Di McCaughey coxed by Ben Reed (OH 2024); and Chris Gassin (OH 2008) in the Male Masters Single Scull. Fourth places went to Reuben Goff in the Male Masters Single Scull and Ivan and Alex Uboldi in the Male Masters Pairs race. 

Anzac Day Challenge 

The Annual Anzac Day Challenge is an Indoor rowing event conducted between Australia and New Zealand to commemorate the close relationship between the two countries. The winner is the country that records the most rows over multiples of 2,504 metres. This year the NZ rowers managed to get the better of Australia. Club members recorded in the results were Male 23–29 age group Reuben Goff first with a best time of 9m 04s, Pam Ho 22nd in the Female Masters 50–59 category, and Paul Diggerson 11th in 11m 78s in the Male Masters 60+ age grouping. 

State Masters Championships   

The Aikman Club sent two crews to the Victorian State Masters Championships on a wet and blustery weekend at Lake Nagambie. With racing delayed and at risk of being abandoned the conditions were, to say the least, challenging for the crews. Both crews performed well and came home with bronze medals in the 150th year of Rowing Victoria. Medallists were Chris Gassin (OH 2008) in the Male Masters AB Division of the Single Sculls and the Uboldi brothers Alex and Ivan in the Male Masters EF Pairs. This capped off a successful season for the Club. 

In the pre-Christmas period, we plan to return to the Bendigo (October) and Essendon (December) Regattas and the inclusion of the Carrum Regatta on our home course in early November. Anyone interested in getting involved is welcome to join us any Sunday morning from 7.00 am for a row or just to have a look. No experience of rowing is necessary.

Paul Diggerson 

What a debut year it has been for the Old Haileybury Soccer Club. 

Launched this season as the newest addition to the OHA family, the club set out with a simple goal: to give Old Haileyburians and their friends a home to keep playing the game together. The response has been beyond what anyone expected, with OHSC growing to more than 50 registered players across Senior and Reserves sides competing in Division 2 of the VCFA. 

It has been a remarkable first campaign. We went on an unbeaten run of more than 100 days across all competitions before finally bowing out of the Parry Shield. Last-minute winners, walking out under the OHSC arch and singing the song together after the final whistle. As the season draws to a close, it has been incredible to see just how much joy and fulfilment kicking a ball on grass can bring. 

To top it all off, OHSC officially secured promotion to Division 1 for next season, which is an outstanding result for a brand-new club. 

Just as pleasing is what has happened off the pitch. The club has hosted a string of social nights and events to bring players, families and the wider OHA community together, creating a welcoming environment for players and supporters alike. 

It has been a brilliant foundation year, and with Division 1 waiting in 2027, the best is still to come. Anyone keen to get involved, whether pulling on the boots or simply coming down to support the team, would be warmly welcomed. 

Will Slade (OH 2020)