Our 2026 Sports Awards recognised the achievements of our athletes and teams.
Last Wednesday evening, we held our annual Onehunga High School Sports Awards, celebrating the achievements of our students across a wide range of sporting codes. The evening was hosted by Deputy Principal Mr Matthew Haines and recognised the commitment of our athletes, coaches and managers throughout 2026.
In her address, Principal Shameen Hayat reflected on the significant progress being made in sport at OHS, including increased investment in coaching, athlete development and facilities, alongside the introduction of Basketball, Football and Rugby Academies into the school timetable.
Our guest speaker was Matua Anthony Keung, who has returned to OHS as Teacher in Charge of Basketball for our Sports Academy. A former OHS teacher, Mr Keung has an outstanding coaching record, including national secondary school and age group championship titles. He has also coached at international level with the New Zealand Māori Men's Basketball team, which won gold at the FIBA Oceania competition. He spoke about the importance of a strong work ethic and the opportunities sport provides for personal development.
Throughout the evening, we recognised students for their achievements in Cricket, Volleyball, Basketball, Football, Netball and Rugby, alongside our major team and individual awards.
Congratulations to our major award recipients:
Dux Ludorum: Xavier White (Orienteering)
Wesley Samuelu Memorial Sportsperson in Year 11: Tere Te Tini
Te Reo Powhiri Trophy, Excellence in Female Sport: Anna Lightbody
Hillary Cup, Commitment and Dedication in Sport: Lily Waenga
Kelly Siebert Cup, Leadership and Endeavour: Inoke Colavanua
Bentley Cup, Leadership in Sport: Tiaki Strickland
Team Excellence Award, Team of the Year: Girls 1st XI Football
Kia Kaha Team Award: Premier Girls A Volleyball
Bruce Macdonald Cup, Coach of the Year: Matua Anthony Keung
Loyalty and Courage Manager of the Year: Luse Lousi
Our highest sporting honour, Dux Ludorum, was awarded to Year 11 student Xavier White for his outstanding achievements in Orienteering. Xavier has won national titles and represented New Zealand internationally, continuing to establish himself as one of the country's leading young orienteers.
We also acknowledged George Woodward for his commitment to OHS Football and Angela George for her contribution to Rugby.
Thank you to our Sports Department for organising the evening and to the many coaches, managers, staff and whānau who support our students throughout the year.
Congratulations to all our award recipients and everyone who has represented OHS in sport during 2026. We look forward to continuing to build on these achievements in 2027.
