Greek Orthodox schools unite for national GOAANSE 2026 celebration

Greek Orthodox schools from crossed Australia person travel together this week for the 2026 GOAANSE (Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia National Schools Event), successful a solemnisation of sport, culture, religion and assemblage spirit.

The week-long lawsuit brought together students, staff and families from astir the country, with participating schools including St Euphemia College, All Saints Grammar, Oakleigh Grammar, St Andrew’s Grammar, St George College, St John’s College and St Spyridon College.

Students competed crossed a scope of sports including football, futsal, volleyball, table tennis, netball and basketball, while taste activities showcased Greek music, creation and Orthodox traditions.

Hosted by St Euphemia College successful Bankstown, the lawsuit was praised for its strong spirit of sportsmanship, relationship and unity among students from divers interstate communities. It was supported by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, which oversees the nationalist schools network.

St Euphemia College Principal Penny Pachos said the lawsuit highlighted the very champion of Greek Orthodox acquisition successful Australia.

“It’s been incredibly inspiring to witness Greek Orthodox schools from crossed the state travel together successful such a affirmative and uplifting spirit,” Pachos said.

“The camaraderie shown among the athletes, the encouragement betwixt schools and the friendships formed passim the week person been truly remarkable.”

She said GOAANSE continues to connection students opportunities that widen well beyond competition.

“GOAANSE is astir overmuch much than sport. It is astir bringing our young radical together, celebrating our shared civilization and faith, and creating lasting friendships that will proceed well beyond this event.”

The lawsuit concluded with strong information crossed each activities, enthusiastic support from schoolhouse communities, and a shared consciousness of pridefulness successful the continued maturation of Greek Orthodox acquisition nationwide.