Sportsmanship, the art of competing strongly but fairly, is taught in the sports arena. Our students learn about competition and teamwork, discipline and initiative, and how to win and lose graciously at King's College, sport keeps our students physically fit.

Sport is character building and through it our students learn that they can achieve much more when they work alongside others, sharing in a common goal.Up until year 11 Form, winter and summer sport participation is compulsory for all our students. But even beyond that most senior students continue to participate actively.

Our College facilities include two gymnasia, two squash courts, an Astroturf tennis and hockey practice surface, Campbell Sports Complex (as pictured above), a swimming pool, a rifle range and numerous sports fields. Most major sports, including rugby, soccer, hockey, cricket, netball, rowing, tennis and swimming are offered, and we also provide for special interest sports such as shooting, archery, steeplechase, tug-o-war, sailing, basketball, water-polo, fencing, snow skiing, and golf (next door at the Auckland Golf Club).King's operates an outdoor pursuits centre, Ahuroa, situated to the west of Puhoi. All our year 9 & 10 students spend a week camping at Ahuroa and during this time they gain confidence in the outdoors. In year 12, students return to be taught leadership skills. Ahuroa is a focus of the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme and, in addition, the College supports the Spirit of Adventure sailing scheme.

At King's, we believe in introducing students to a wide range of activities outside the classroom. We support numerous extra-curricular clubs and societies and, by doing so, provide our students with the opportunity to test their talents and broaden their horizons. In many instances, it is through these extra-curricular activities that lifetime friendships are formed.

Director of Sport: Mr Perry Cunningham
Email: p.cunningham@kingscollege.school.nz

Please Note

If it is necessary to cancel a sporting fixture due to bad weather, Rule 16, under playing conditions, as laid out by ASSCA reads as follows:

Cancellations are the responsibility of the cancellation sub-committee. Any cancellation will be officially broadcast over:

Newstalk 1ZB (1080 kHz on AM band or 89.4 MHz on the FM band) usually at 7.00am under the heading of the Association or the College Sport Title.