26/07/2026
It was an incredibly proud day to serve as President of the Ipswich Grammar School Old Boys Association (IGSOBA) at our inaugural Sportsman's Lunch.
To stand alongside so many outstanding Old Boys and witness the stories shared by Shane Watson, Berrick Barnes and David Wilson was something truly special. Their achievements on the world stage speak for themselves, but what impressed me most was their humility, resilience and genuine appreciation for the education and values that helped shape their journeys.
I was honoured to take on the role of auctioneer for the afternoon, helping raise valuable funds for Ipswich Grammar School. The generosity in the room was remarkable, highlighted by an incredible $7,500 raised for a signed Gout Gout Ipswich Grammar School athletics singlet.
What made the day even more memorable wasn't just the money raised—it was the atmosphere. Former teachers, Old Boys, partners, sponsors and guests all came together to celebrate our shared history while investing in the future of the School. The sense of camaraderie and pride throughout the room was something I'll never forget.
A sincere thank you to our MC, Ben Davis, our guest speakers, our organising committee, our sponsors, donors and everyone who attended and contributed to making this inaugural event such an outstanding success.
Days like this remind me why our Old Boys Association exists—not simply to celebrate the past, but to strengthen the future by supporting the next generation of Ipswich Grammar students.
I'm already looking forward to next year's Sportsman's Lunch!