Here at Ōtorohanga College we cater for all genders and ages. Sport is a huge part of life at Ōtorohanga College and every ākonga is encouraged to get involved, whether they're chasing championships or just want to give something new a go.
More Than the Score
Sport at Ōtorohanga College is about building character as much as building skill. Through training, competition and travel with our teams, our rangatahi develop:
Whanaungatanga – strong bonds with teammates, coaches and the wider school community
Manaakitanga – respect and care for teammates, opponents and officials
Perseverance – pushing through challenges on and off the field
Discipline – showing up, training hard and committing to the team
Leadership – stepping up for younger players and setting the standard
Pride – representing Ōtorohanga College, their whānau and their community with confidence
These are the values that stay with our students long after the final whistle.
Annual Sports Exchanges
Every year Ōtorohanga College proudly hosts sports exchanges with schools from across the region. These exchanges are a highlight of our sporting calendar, giving our teams the chance to compete against new opposition, build lasting friendships and represent Ōtorohanga College beyond our own turf. It's an experience our athletes look forward to year after year.
Get Involved: Coaches and Managers Wanted
We're always on the lookout for coaches and managers from our community to join our sports teams. It's a fantastic opportunity to share your knowledge, mentor our rangatahi and be part of the ŌC sporting whānau. Whether you're an experienced coach or keen to give it a go for the first time, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with the relevant sports contact below to find out more.
Basketball
Boys and girls basketball play and train midweek. This gives these students the opportunity to play a Saturday sport as well.
Our teams are:
For more info contact Mr Brendon Mudge
mudgeb@otocoll.school.nz
Cricket
Here at the college we have two teams. We also support girls to play.
Our teams are:
Girls cricket play on Tuesday night in the Waikato Valley Competition. They play T20 games. Boys 1st XI play on Wednesday nights.
For more info contact Mrs Fiona Parsons
parsonsf@otocoll.school.nz




Netball
We have a good range of netballers at Ōtorohanga College. This year we have three teams ranging from Yr 9 to 13. College A and College Junior Development play in the Maniapoto Netball Centre on Thursdays and Ōtorohanga on Friday nights.
Our teams are:
For more information contact Mrs Lyndsay Kurth
kurthl@otocoll.school.nz

Football
All teams train on Tuesdays and Thursdays and play games on Saturdays throughout Terms Two and Three.
Our teams are:
For more information contact Kristofer Ekholm
ekholmk@otocoll.school.nz



Rugby
Rugby consists of:
All teams train on Tuesdays and Thursdays and play games on Saturdays throughout Term Two and Three. The girls play on Wednesday afternoons.
For more information contact Peata Kakau
kakaup@otocoll.school.nz


Ōtorohanga College Sports Store
Every year we open our online sports store, giving athletes and supporters the chance to purchase high quality Ōtorohanga College sports gear including:
These can be ordered in the order window in Term 1.
Keep an eye on our Facebook page and school communications for when the store opens each year, and gear up to show your Ōtorohanga College pride on and off the field.
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