Saints eNews
Senior School Updates — January 23, 2026
End Of Semester 1: January 22 & 23
Students in Semestered courses (Grade 8 and 9 Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, and ADST courses; Latin 8) had their last Semester 1 classes as of January 22nd and 23rd. Students will now begin their new Semester 2 courses on Monday, January 26th.
All students with semestered courses should check their schedules on the School Portal in case any rooms have changed. Parents and students can expect the final report for these Semester 1 courses in our upcoming March Report Cards.
For more information or questions, please contact Ms. Robin Nider, Social Studies Teacher, via email at [email protected].
U17 Prep
This weekend, the U17 Prep Team is in Calgary for the CIHA Winter Classic Tournament. The boys will then have the week to recover and refocus before their matchup against Coeur d’Alene on Saturday, January 31st at UBC’s Protrans Arena at 5:45 pm.
Basketball
Saints vs. VC
The Saints vs. VC match is just around the corner! Don't miss what will be one of, if not THE biggest, sporting events on the Saints Athletics calendar. This long-lasting rivalry comes with years worth of buildup, and we can’t wait to host Vancouver College (VC) in Dixon Gym on Thursday, January 29th! Games will commence across all age groups, starting at 11:30 am for our Bantam B boys, right through to our Varsity headline match-up, starting at 7:30 pm.
Current students will have the chance to sign up for a wristband, which will be announced via email in the near future. Please note that tickets are NOT sold for the Varsity Game. All other games are on a first-come, first-seated basis.
2nd Varsity Team
The team will take on St. Pat’s (B) on Tuesday, January 27th at Dixon Gym with a 6:30 pm tip-off.
Grade 9
The Grade 9 Team’s lone matchup this week is against VC on Thursday, January 29th at Dixon Gym, with a 2:30 pm tip-off.
We invite the public to come down to the gymnasium (entry via Door C) to witness the grit of the region’s toughest competitors and fuel the high-stakes atmosphere. It is a perfect opportunity to experience the power of the local rowing community firsthand, cheer on your favourite athletes, and see who has the drive to walk away with this year's winners' shirts.
Golf
Social Media
Follow the Saints Athletics Instagram account as we post frequently, and it’s a great way to see recent scores and upcoming games! Go Saints Go!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SENIOR SCHOOL
Join The 2026 European Culture & History Tour
Explore Paris, the French Riviera, Italy, and Monaco with Ms. Nider and Mr. Jaques this summer from June 15th–June 26th! This trip is open to all students in Grades 8–11. For the trip itinerary, registration information, or to learn more about this exciting excursion, please click here.For more information or questions, please contact Ms. Robin Nider, Social Studies Teacher, via email at [email protected].
ATHLETICS UPDATES
CSSHL Hockey
U15 Varsity
The U15 Varisty Team will be taking on Delta Black at Delta Planet Ice on Saturday, January 24th, with a 9:45 am puck drop. Get down to the rink and cheer on the boys as they skate into 2026!
U15 Varsity
The U15 Varisty Team will be taking on Delta Black at Delta Planet Ice on Saturday, January 24th, with a 9:45 am puck drop. Get down to the rink and cheer on the boys as they skate into 2026!
U15 Prep
After competing in the John Reid Shield Memorial Tournament last week, the U15 Prep Team will have a pair of games this weekend against OHA. Find the boys at Father Bauer Arena on Saturday, January 24th, with a 5:45 pm puck drop, and on Sunday, January 25th, with a 10:15 am puck drop.
After competing in the John Reid Shield Memorial Tournament last week, the U15 Prep Team will have a pair of games this weekend against OHA. Find the boys at Father Bauer Arena on Saturday, January 24th, with a 5:45 pm puck drop, and on Sunday, January 25th, with a 10:15 am puck drop.
U17 Prep
This weekend, the U17 Prep Team is in Calgary for the CIHA Winter Classic Tournament. The boys will then have the week to recover and refocus before their matchup against Coeur d’Alene on Saturday, January 31st at UBC’s Protrans Arena at 5:45 pm.
U18 Prep
Our U18 Prep Team is taking on the North Shore Warriors today, Friday, January 23rd, at NSWC starting at 3:00 pm.
Our U18 Prep Team is taking on the North Shore Warriors today, Friday, January 23rd, at NSWC starting at 3:00 pm.
Basketball
Saints vs. VC
The Saints vs. VC match is just around the corner! Don't miss what will be one of, if not THE biggest, sporting events on the Saints Athletics calendar. This long-lasting rivalry comes with years worth of buildup, and we can’t wait to host Vancouver College (VC) in Dixon Gym on Thursday, January 29th! Games will commence across all age groups, starting at 11:30 am for our Bantam B boys, right through to our Varsity headline match-up, starting at 7:30 pm.
Current students will have the chance to sign up for a wristband, which will be announced via email in the near future. Please note that tickets are NOT sold for the Varsity Game. All other games are on a first-come, first-seated basis.
Other matchups for the week ahead include:
Varsity Team
The Varsity Team will take on St. Pat’s on Tuesday, January 27th at Dixon Gym with an 8:00 pm tip-off.
Varsity Team
The Varsity Team will take on St. Pat’s on Tuesday, January 27th at Dixon Gym with an 8:00 pm tip-off.
2nd Varsity Team
The team will take on St. Pat’s (B) on Tuesday, January 27th at Dixon Gym with a 6:30 pm tip-off.
Junior Varsity
The Junior Varsity Team will take on St. Pat’s on Tuesday, January 27th in Dixon Gym, with a 5:00 pm tip-off.
The Junior Varsity Team will take on St. Pat’s on Tuesday, January 27th in Dixon Gym, with a 5:00 pm tip-off.
Grade 9
The Grade 9 Team’s lone matchup this week is against VC on Thursday, January 29th at Dixon Gym, with a 2:30 pm tip-off.
Grade 8
The Grade 8 Bantam A Team will take on St. Pat’s on Tuesday, January 27th at Dixon Gym, with a 3:30 pm tip-off.
The Grade 8 Bantam A Team will take on St. Pat’s on Tuesday, January 27th at Dixon Gym, with a 3:30 pm tip-off.
The Grade 8 Bantam B Team’s lone matchup this week is against VC on Thursday, January 29th at Dixon Gym, with an 11:30 am tip-off.
Rowing
Beat The Beast
Experience the raw intensity of the Lower Mainland’s Premier Indoor Rowing Event, 2026 Beat The Beast, on Saturday, January 31st at the St. George’s Senior School Campus. This competition brings together elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts for a series of high-stake 2000m individual sprints, culminating in explosive, fast-paced team relays at the end of the day.
Experience the raw intensity of the Lower Mainland’s Premier Indoor Rowing Event, 2026 Beat The Beast, on Saturday, January 31st at the St. George’s Senior School Campus. This competition brings together elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts for a series of high-stake 2000m individual sprints, culminating in explosive, fast-paced team relays at the end of the day.
We invite the public to come down to the gymnasium (entry via Door C) to witness the grit of the region’s toughest competitors and fuel the high-stakes atmosphere. It is a perfect opportunity to experience the power of the local rowing community firsthand, cheer on your favourite athletes, and see who has the drive to walk away with this year's winners' shirts.
Curling
Our Curling Team is off to compete at the Curling ZONE / Regionals on Monday, January 26th at the Vancouver Curling Club (attached to Hillcrest Community Centre). They will face Van Tech in a best-of-three showdown, with the winner advancing to Provincials in Chilliwack from February 18th to February 21st. Best of luck to our curlers in their first major event of the winter!
Our Curling Team is off to compete at the Curling ZONE / Regionals on Monday, January 26th at the Vancouver Curling Club (attached to Hillcrest Community Centre). They will face Van Tech in a best-of-three showdown, with the winner advancing to Provincials in Chilliwack from February 18th to February 21st. Best of luck to our curlers in their first major event of the winter!
Snow Sports
Our Ski and Snowboarders just got back from a race meet at Blackcomb last week. This race kick started their 2026 campaign. Stay tuned for further race meets and results as the cooler months progress.
Our Ski and Snowboarders just got back from a race meet at Blackcomb last week. This race kick started their 2026 campaign. Stay tuned for further race meets and results as the cooler months progress.
Golf
Social Media
Follow the Saints Athletics Instagram account as we post frequently, and it’s a great way to see recent scores and upcoming games! Go Saints Go!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE SENIOR SCHOOL
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
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