Back to Back Triumph: St John’s Retains Rawson Rugby Title
Published on May 26, 2025
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In what has been a wonderful night for rugby and Intercollegiate sport, St John’s has secured the Rawson Rugby Championship for a second year in a row.
Held on University Oval No. 2 as a Final, the grandstand was packed to the rafters with students, alumni, parents and supporters. A livestream was provided so that St John’s supporters from all around the world were able to watch.
Coached by third-year student Jullien Caillol (who was sidelined with an injury), Liam O’Hara and Nathan Charles, the St John’s Rawson Rugby team were once again victorious with a final result against St Andrew’s College of 36-28.
Rawson Rugby Secretaries Eamon Doyle and Ben Chick led a successful campaign throughout the semester, with an undefeated season against Wesley, St Paul’s and St Andrew’s.
The team, captained by third-year Bryn Edwards, entered the game ready to battle to retain the title. After early tries to St Andrew’s, the St John’s squad fought back from a point deficit at half-time (5-14), scoring multiple tries in succession to regain the lead in a dominant second half.
I would like to thank College alumnus and former Waratah, Drew Hickey, for presenting the starting team jerseys before the match.
Finally, a huge thank you to all those who supported the team on the night, either at the field or online.
Well done, St John's College!
Dr Mark Schembri
Rector
Joe Mangelsdorf being presented with his rugby jersey by Drew Hickey.The leadership team for Rawson Rugby with (left to right) the Rector, Drew Hickey, Liam O'Hara, Bryn Edwards and Jullien Caillol.(Left to right): Warming up for the game – Liam Hill, Max Soepono, Eamon Doyle, Archie Matthews and Cameron Webster.Phoenix Graham running onto the field.Max Soepono with a brilliant catch.The St John's College front row ready to engage at scrum time.Charlie Bull and Max Soepono in action.Joe Mangelsdorf in the air.Ben Chick celebrating the first try for St John's College.Eamon Doyle in possession.Tom Bull executing a kick.Archie Matthews making his way through the St Andrew's line.Charlie Bull voices his concerns!The half-time talk from coach Liam O'Hara.Captain Bryn Edwards at half-time.Half-time motivation from Jullien Caillol.Arthur Greer breaking through.Joe Mangelsdorf on the charge.Skill and speed from Liam Grover.Try!Arthur Greer with support.(Left to right): Harper Strachan with Captain Bryn Edwards.Tom Hartman in full flight.Paddy O'Hara scoring a try.The steal by Eamon Doyle.Tom Bull in the closing seconds.Hoist high the Captain, Bryn Edwards.(Left to right): Bryn Edwards with Arthur Greer.The Bull family with sons Charlie and Tom.House President Lauren Whiting with William and Abi Schembri.Bryn Edwards with very proud parents Gareth and Tracy.The Rector with Flynn Clatworthy.Liam Grover with his family.The team celebrating Paddy O'Hara.
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