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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from Catholic secondary schools across the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle came together last week for the inaugural Aunty Louise Campbell Cup, a day celebrating culture, connection, wellbeing and friendly competition through touch football.
The tournament honours the extraordinary legacy of Aunty Louise Campbell – a proud Dunghutti, Yuin, Gumbaynggirr, Yaegl and Bundjalung woman and lifelong advocate for justice, education and Aboriginal self-determination.
More than a sporting event, the Cup reflects Aunty Louise’s enduring belief that sport creates opportunities for young people to build confidence, strengthen connections and celebrate their identity in culturally safe and inclusive spaces.
Throughout the day, students displayed outstanding sportsmanship, teamwork and determination as they competed across junior and senior divisions.
Congratulations to this year’s champions:
- Junior Girls: St Catherine’s Catholic College, Singleton
- Junior Boys: All Saints’ College, Maitland
- Senior Mixed: All Saints’ College, Maitland
By bringing students together from across the Diocese, the Cup continues Aunty Louise’s vision of empowering Aboriginal young people to thrive – on the sporting field, in the classroom and throughout their lives.
Congratulations to all students, staff and organisers who made the day such a meaningful celebration.
