The South Island Secondary Schools (SISS) Netball Tournament 2025 has wrapped up with an exciting week of competition, spirit, and skill on display. With over 90 teams from across the South Island, the Mainland region once again stood strong, showcasing depth and talent across all three grades—A, B, and C.

We commend every school that represented their centre and region with pride. From powerhouse finishes to breakthrough performances, our Mainland schools were well represented at all levels of the competition.

🏆 A Grade Placings – Mainland Region Teams

2. Nayland College

3. St Margaret's College

5. St Andrew’s College

6. Villa Maria College

7. Nelson College for Girls

8. Marian College

9. Christchurch Girls’ High School

10. Rolleston College

11. Rangi Ruru Girls’ School

15. Cashmere High School

16. Kaiapoi High School

20. Craighead Diocesan School

21. Ashburton College

22. Marlborough Girls’ College

26. Avonside Girls’ High School

28. Geraldine High School

29. Rangiora High School

31. Waimea College

32. Roncalli College

🥈 B Grade Placings – Mainland Region Teams

4. Middleton Grange School

7. Lincoln High School

9. Greymouth High School

10. Westland High School

11. Timaru Girls’ High School

12. Motueka High School

13. Papanui High School

14. Hillmorton High School

15. Burnside High School

17. Waimate High School

18. Buller High School

20. Mt Hutt College

21. Mackenzie College

24. Queen Charlotte College

25. Ellesmere College

27. Riccarton High School

28. Garin College

30. Darfield High School

31. Te Aratai College

32. SISS Invitational Team

🥉 C Grade Placings – Mainland Region Teams

1. Kaikōura High School (KKOR)

2. Golden Bay High School

3. Hornby High School

6. Oxford Area School

7. Hurunui College

9. John Paul II High School

10. Amuri Area School

11. Mountainview High School

13. Haeata Community Campus

15. Ashburton Christian School

🌟 Proud Moments Across the Grades

The SISS tournament continues to be a key event for school netball development and talent identification. With Centre Talent Spotters and Mainland's Talent Spotting Panel in attendance, SISS 2025 played an important role in shaping future selections for the Mainland Advanced Camp.

We extend a huge thank you to all players, coaches, managers, umpires, volunteers, and supporters who made this event possible. Your energy, sportsmanship, and commitment to the game are what make school netball in the Mainland region so special.

Congratulations to all teams—whether you placed in the top ranks or gained valuable experience, you’ve contributed to an outstanding tournament.

Article added: Wednesday 03 September 2025