Duggan House News – Term 1 2025

Duggan House has been a hive of activity this year as we welcomed a large group of new boarders and welcomed back all our returning boarders to the 2025 school year at Rostrevor College. Thank you to Reece Barrett, Rylan Bartholomew, Sam Richards and Harry Tink for their contributions to this newsletter which help to paint a picture of what life at Duggan House has looked like during Term 1. 

• “All the boys were welcoming and made sure to check in to see if I was doing alright.” – Reece
• “The staff in the boarding house always seem to try their best to make it an enjoyable environment.” – Rylan
• “It has taken me a bit of time to settle in, but I am starting to feel much better and making good connections with the boys.” – Sam
• “Settling in has been relatively easy—making new friends that will now be mates for life.” – Harry

• “Now it feels comfortable and like an actual home.” – Reece
• “Majority of the time it’s a very loud and social house—there’s never a dull moment.” – Rylan
• “Evenings in the common room with the boys, watching footy and being rowdy, are some of my favourite times.” – Sam
• “I enjoy playing football and table tennis and all sorts of activities we have around the boarding house.” – Harry

• “The games I was able to make it to were serious but fun, and the competition got the energy of the house up and roaring.” – Reece
• “Wednesday evening indoor cricket has been a very big highlight this term, with some of the game atmospheres being amazing to play in.” – Rylan
• “Winning this indoor cricket match was one of the best moments of the term!” – Sam
• “We had a good team but couldn’t get it done, losing in the semi—but overall, it was very fun to do something midweek.” – Harry

This term, Wednesday night indoor cricket was a highlight in the boarding house, bringing intense competition, plenty of laughs and some unforgettable moments. With teams battling it out week after week, the atmosphere in the hall was electric, with every match bringing a mix of skill, strategy and friendly rivalry.

The season kicked off with some dominant performances, including a massive 75-run effort in Week 1, setting the tone for what would be a thrilling competition. Throughout the term, we saw close contests, big wins, and even a dramatic draw in Week 6 that kept everyone on their toes.

The finals saw Blue take on Green in a hard-fought semi-final, with Blue securing their spot in the big showdown. However, the grand final belonged to Pink, who delivered a clutch performance to claim victory over Blue with a 64-50 win, cementing their place as the indoor cricket champions of Term 1.

Bring on Term 2 and a new chance to take out the Indoor Soccer title!

• “The first A-League soccer game was amazing—it was my first time going to a professional soccer match, and I really enjoyed it.” – Reece
• “There was something for everyone—whether it was sport or just hanging around at the Fringe, it was good to get out of the house and into the world with mates.” – Rylan
• “The Loreto social was a great way to meet new people and have a fun day outside.” – Sam
• “When the Loreto boarding girls came over, it was fun to do something with them like playing pickleball and spikeball.” – Harry

One of the standout events of Term 1 was the highly anticipated Loreto College visit, bringing together boarders from both schools for a day filled with fun, socialising and making memories.

The morning kicked off with a shared breakfast cooked by some Rostrevor students, where everyone had the chance to meet new people and catch up with friends over a great meal. Laughter and conversation flowed as the ice quickly broke, setting the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable day ahead.

From there, the group headed to the ovals and tennis courts for a variety of games and activities, with everything from competitive sports to casual chats in the sun. Whether you were testing your skills in a game, getting involved in friendly banter, or just making the most of the social atmosphere, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

The day wasn’t just about the activities—it was about connection. By the time the event wrapped up, new friendships had been formed and there was a real buzz about when the next visit might be.

This term, boarders had incredible opportunities to get out and experience some of the best Adelaide has to offer. From cheering at the A-League and SANFL home opener for Norwood to witnessing top-level cricket at the One-Day Cup Final, sport was a major highlight. The Fringe Festival gave us a taste of Adelaide’s vibrant arts scene, and the Beach House Day with Sacred Heart was the perfect way to enjoy some sun and friendly competition. To top it off, all 60 boarders battled it out in the Bracket Chess Tournament, where Kaedan Matthews proved himself to be the mastermind of the house!

As Term 1 wraps up, the house competition has delivered some incredible energy and friendly rivalry across Duggan House. From indoor cricket clashes to co-curricular points and team spirit, each house has brought their own flavour to the competition. The final tally is in:

• Blue – 147
• Pink – 138
• Green – 130
• Yellow – 91

A massive congratulations to Blue House for taking out the top spot for Term 1! Hats off to Pink House as well, who claimed the indoor cricket championship and closed the gap in the final weeks. Green put in a strong term with solid performances throughout, and while Yellow finished fourth, their spirit and enthusiasm never wavered.

We wish all the boarders and their families a safe and blessed Easter and can't wait to hit the ground running in Winter uniforms in Term 2! 

Stuart, Josh and Grace