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Sport
As of 2026, Investigator College has had the highest level of school sport participation in the Southern Fleurieu Zone for four years running. Specialist sports with dedicated programs include volleyball, basketball, and sailing. The College also offers a Certificate III in Sports Coaching.
SPORT
Basketball Program
Investigator College’s Basketball Program provides students with opportunities to develop their skills, confidence and understanding of the game through coaching from former professional basketballers, PE, development squads, a basketball elective and competition experience.
Expert coaching
Students benefit from coaching and mentorship from former NBL/NBA players, including:
Luke Schenscher
Luke played in the NBA with the Chicago Bulls and Portland Trail Blazers, and in the NBL with the Adelaide 36ers, Townsville Crocodiles and Perth Wildcats (where he won a championship). He also represented Australia at Under-20 level and currently coaches within the GSABA Slammers and SA Country Regional Development Program.
Brad Sheridan
Brad played professionally for the Victoria Titans, Townsville Crocodiles and Sydney Kings, winning three NBL championships during his career. A former captain of the Australian Under-20 team, Brad also spent three years developing his game at the Australian Institute of Sport. He was renowned for his athleticism and versatility on the court.
Matt Lycett
Matt played in the NBL with the Adelaide 36ers and in NBL1 with Norwood, where he was named League MVP in 2015 and selected in the All-Star Five from 2014–2016. Prior to joining Investigator College, he coordinated and coached the Junior School Basketball Program at St Peter’s College.
Development squads
Students from Year 4 onwards can join age-based Basketball Development Squads, which provide weekly training sessions focused on skill development, game strategy and match simulation.
Training is delivered in the College’s state-of-the-art Performing Arts & Sports Centre and gives students the opportunity to learn from experienced coaches while developing alongside equally enthusiastic teammates.
- Junior School Development Squad (Years 4–6)
Mondays after school - Middle School Development Squad (Years 7–9)
Tuesdays, 7:30–8:30am - Senior School Development Squad (Years 10–12)
Fridays, 7:30–8:30am
Investig8 Elective
Basketball is also offered through the College’s Investig8 Program. Students in Years 7–10 who select basketball as an elective within this program can further lift their game during school hours.
Competition Opportunities
Students have the opportunity to represent Investigator College in a range of school basketball competitions throughout the year.
The College competes in SSSSA Day Carnivals and statewide knockout competitions, with representative opportunities available from Year 5 onwards. These events allow students to test their skills against strong opposition while proudly representing their school.
Secondary School students will soon be able to attend the Australian Basketball Schools Championships, where they travel interstate to compete against the best teams from around the country.
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Volleyball Program
Investigator College’s Volleyball Program gives students the chance to build their skills, teamwork and love of the game through PE, development squads, a volleyball elective and a strong calendar of competition.
Development squads
Students from Year 7 onwards can join age-based Volleyball Development Squads, which offer weekly training sessions focused on technique, tactical awareness and match play. Training is delivered in the College’s Performing Arts & Sports Centre.
- Junior Development Squad (Years 7–8)
Wednesdays, 7:30–8:30am - Senior Development Squad (Years 9–12)
Thursdays, 7:30–8:30am
Investig8 Elective
Volleyball is also offered through the College’s Investig8 Program. Students in Years 7–10 who choose volleyball as an elective within this program can build on their skills during school hours.
Competition Opportunities
From Year 6 onwards, students can sharpen their game and enjoy competitive opportunities at numerous local and statewide interschool volleyball competitions in both indoor and beach formats.
From Year 8 to Year 12, they can also try out to be a part of the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup. This event (the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere) is held on the Gold Coast after the school year concludes and has been attended by Investigator College since 2013.
The journey to the Gold Coast is an incredible formative experience both on and off the court. Throughout the years, the College has achieved some excellent results – including 3 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze medals.
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Certificate III in Sports Coaching
Investigator College students with a passion for sport can turn that passion into a career direction through a Certificate III in Sports Coaching – which is delivered on campus.
Delivered in partnership with the Australian College of Sport, Investigator’s Certificate III in Sports Coaching (SIS30521) gives students a nationally recognised qualification while contributing to their SACE.
Students build practical coaching skills including leadership, session and season planning, athlete communication and motivation, and safe and inclusive coaching practice, working through real coaching scenarios across our excellent indoor and outdoor sporting facilities, rather than just theory.
The Certificate can open a pathway to community and elite-level sport and physical activity, prepare students for Stage 2 Physical Education ahead of time, and even contribute to entry into sport-related degrees and diplomas the College has negotiated with Flinders University.
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