St Monica’s College’s senior football team has won the Premier Football Cup Grand Final.
The team had a stellar year, reining supreme in all competitions including SACCSS Football and Futsal competitions.
The highlight of the team’s successes was winning the Premier Football Cup Grand Final against Trinity College.
This competition brings together all of the college competition winners across Victoria. The final was played at the home of the Matildas in Bundoora, with St Monicas College winning 2-0.
Principal Brian Hanley said this is an unprecedented result.
“We are so proud of what these students have been able to achieve. Their hard work, supported by an outstanding group of coaches and support staff, resulted in an undefeated run through all competitions and ultimately taking out the state’s highest championship level. Congratulations to students and staff on this amazing result.”
The school’s Northern Football Academy is led by Mark Torcaso, who has extensive experience with Western United Football Club and is currently head coach of the Philippines women’s national team.
“Mark’s extensive football experience across many levels ensures our students have every opportunity to develop their football skills to the highest level. Mark is able to create pathways for students wishing to explore higher opportunities and develop their football careers,” Mr Hanley said.
