Derby Day 2026

13th November 2026

Yet another Derby Day passes with a bang! From music and drama to debating and chess, this year’s cultural derby day was an absolute success! On the 16th of October, we held our annual cultural derby day against Michael Oak and AISCT. As well as this, we celebrated our school teams, the Hawks, with Hawks Day!

From the very beginning, it was clear that this was going to be a day filled with gees, music, vibes and spirit. Music was pumping; faces were painted; bubbles were blasting; hair was sprayed; ribbons were tied on, and Hawks merch was sold. The whole school had gathered on and outside the loggia to celebrate the Hawks. This was followed by a combined assembly, where the house captains practiced chants such as ‘Stick’ and ‘Buckle up’, and the captains of the sports teams were announced.

The Darby Day began at 2:30, but one could see and smell signs of it from 10:00. Boerewors braais, hanging lights and sound systems were being set up by the Y11s and the AV crew in preparation for the exciting afternoon that lay ahead. The Opening Ceremony was an array of gees, school pride and excitement. Each school sang their opening chants, and then the competition began. Chess matches were played, debates held and music pieces performed while, for the first time, drama pieces were rehearsed. Congrats to AISCT, who came out as the overall Friday winners.

Sports on Saturday followed with a blast and, even though the weather didn’t play its part, we’re sure everyone had fun whether it was the chants, cheering your friends on from the sidelines or playing sports matches. We had some well played games in basketball, netball, soccer, volleyball and ultimate frisbee!

Well done to our amazing teams! What a joy to be able to compete against other schools in cultural and sports activities. Derby weekend was amazing and we’re sure everyone can’t wait to see what next year holds. Everyone is eager to bring the gees back as well as the trophy. GO HAWKS!