Tiger Woo!

From early morning training sessions to the victorious thump of spoons on wooden tables, sport has played an integral role in the lives of many Trinitarians.  

It doesn’t matter if you’re a champion athlete or the type who works out rules on the fly, there’s a place for everyone on the Trinity team.  

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Jack Reddrop (TC 2021) crouches to pass through a tunnel of supporter's arms before the victorious men's rugby match against Ormond in 2021.

Jack Reddrop (TC 2021) crouches to pass through a tunnel of supporter's arms before the victorious men's rugby match against Ormond in 2021. Trinity College Archives, MM 007946

Jack Reddrop (TC 2021) crouches to pass through a tunnel of supporter's arms before the victorious men's rugby match against Ormond in 2021. Trinity College Archives, MM 007946

Alex Dean (TC 2019) during the Women's Cricket, 2020.

Alex Dean (TC 2019) takes to the field during the women's cricket match against Newman College, 2020. Trinity College Archives, MM 007362.

Alex Dean (TC 2019) takes to the field during the women's cricket match against Newman College, 2020. Trinity College Archives, MM 007362.

The Trinity College rifle team in 1909.

The Trinity College rifle team in 1909. The team won the first intercollegiate contest held at the Williamstown rifle butts in September. All five members would subsequently serve in World War 1 - two of them were killed in the conflict. Trinity College Archives, MM 003822

The Trinity College rifle team in 1909. The team won the first intercollegiate contest held at the Williamstown rifle butts in September. All five members would subsequently serve in World War 1 - two of them were killed in the conflict. Trinity College Archives, MM 003822

Trinity oarswomen stretching on the banks of the Yarra River in 1999.

Trinity oarswomen stretching on the banks of the Yarra River in 1999. Trinity College Archives, MM 001457

Trinity oarswomen stretching on the banks of the Yarra River in 1999. Trinity College Archives, MM 001457

Trinity's Football Team modelling the latest sportswear in front of the Clarke Building cloisters in 1904.

Trinity's Football Team modelling the latest sportswear in front of the Clarke Building cloisters in 1904. Trinity College Archives, MM 002592

Trinity's Football Team modelling the latest sportswear in front of the Clarke Building cloisters in 1904. Trinity College Archives, MM 002592

Members of the Trinity badminton team, 2010.

Members of the Trinity badminton team. BACK: Nash Atchu (TC 2010), Victor So (TC 2008), Claire Sutterby (TC 2010), Dannel Yeo (TC 2009). FRONT: Caroline McBridge (TC 2010), Chris Kelly (Captain)(TC 2008), Su Yin Lai (TC 2010). Trinity College Archives, MM 006050

Members of the Trinity badminton team. BACK: Nash Atchu (TC 2010), Victor So (TC 2008), Claire Sutterby (TC 2010), Dannel Yeo (TC 2009). FRONT: Caroline McBridge (TC 2010), Chris Kelly (Captain)(TC 2008), Su Yin Lai (TC 2010). Trinity College Archives, MM 006050

Digital Photograph - Golf Team portrait in front of Bishops' Building, Trinity College, 1976

The Golf Team pose for a pic in front of Bishops' Building, Trinity College, 1976. Trinity College Archives, MM 003383

The Golf Team pose for a pic in front of Bishops' Building, Trinity College, 1976. Trinity College Archives, MM 003383

Four members of the 1980 Badminton team line up near the old entrance to the Dining Hall.

Four members of the 1980 Badminton team line up near the old entrance to the Dining Hall; (left to right) Cheng Lim (TC 1980), Harry Gill (TC 1978), Darren Coulson (TC 1978), and Paul Denborough (TC 1980). Trinity College Archives, MM 001815

Four members of the 1980 Badminton team line up near the old entrance to the Dining Hall; (left to right) Cheng Lim (TC 1980), Harry Gill (TC 1978), Darren Coulson (TC 1978), and Paul Denborough (TC 1980). Trinity College Archives, MM 001815

Students playing lawn bowls on the 'bowling green', at the northern end of the Bulpadock in the 1980s.

Students playing lawn bowls on the 'bowling green', at the northern end of the Bulpadock in the 1980s. Trinity College Archives, MM 005519

Students playing lawn bowls on the 'bowling green', at the northern end of the Bulpadock in the 1980s. Trinity College Archives, MM 005519

Two College 'gentlemen' pose for the camera on the old tennis court along Tin Alley, c. 1920.

Two College 'gentlemen' pose for the camera on the old tennis court along Tin Alley, c. 1920. Trinity College Archives, MM 003084

Two College 'gentlemen' pose for the camera on the old tennis court along Tin Alley, c. 1920. Trinity College Archives, MM 003084

Women's First Eight Rowing Crew portrait in front of the Leeper Building, Trinity College, 1983. Trinity College Archives, MM 002047

Women's First Eight Rowing Crew portrait in front of the Leeper Building, Trinity College, 1983. Trinity College Archives, MM 002047

A couple of Trinity students formed part of the University rowing crew that competed at the Australian University Championship's Oxford and Cambridge Cup held in Penrith, NSW, in 1933.

A couple of Trinity students formed part of the University rowing crew that competed at the Australian University Championship's Oxford and Cambridge Cup held in Penrith, NSW, in 1933. Trinity College Archives, MM 004739

A couple of Trinity students formed part of the University rowing crew that competed at the Australian University Championship's Oxford and Cambridge Cup held in Penrith, NSW, in 1933. Trinity College Archives, MM 004739

The men's football team celebrate their drought-breaking premiership win in the Dining Hall in 1994.

The men's football team celebrate their drought-breaking premiership win in the Dining Hall in 1994. Gill McLachlan is on the far right. Trinity College Archives, MM 003084

The men's football team celebrate their drought-breaking premiership win in the Dining Hall in 1994. Gill McLachlan is on the far right. Trinity College Archives, MM 003084

The College rugby team, all smiles - with a trophy in their lap, 1971.

The College rugby team, all smiles - with a trophy in their lap, 1971. Trinity College Archives, MM 004938.

The College rugby team, all smiles - with a trophy in their lap, 1971. Trinity College Archives, MM 004938.

The 1st Netball Team of 2016 proudly hold up their trophy after a winning game.

The 1st Netball Team of 2016 proudly hold up their trophy after a winning game. Trinity College Archives, MM 006361

The 1st Netball Team of 2016 proudly hold up their trophy after a winning game. Trinity College Archives, MM 006361

Lucy Leckey (TC 2017; left) with Emma Nelson (TC 2018) celebrating on the University Oval after a fantastic win by the women's football team.

Lucy Leckey (TC 2017; left) with Emma Nelson (TC 2018) celebrating on the University Oval after a fantastic win by the women's football team. Trinity College Archives, MM 007260

Lucy Leckey (TC 2017; left) with Emma Nelson (TC 2018) celebrating on the University Oval after a fantastic win by the women's football team. Trinity College Archives, MM 007260

Trinity students of the college's Women's Hostel, Janet Clarke Hall, ready themselves for the annual match against their male colleagues, 1938.

Trinity students of the college's Women's Hostel, Janet Clarke Hall, ready themselves for the annual match against their male colleagues, 1938. Trinity College Archives, MM 002851.

Trinity students of the college's Women's Hostel, Janet Clarke Hall, ready themselves for the annual match against their male colleagues, 1938. Trinity College Archives, MM 002851.

Stylish in ties and jackets, the 1993 table tennis team representing one of Trinity's less prominent sporting endeavours.

Stylish in ties and jackets, the 1993 table tennis team representing one of Trinity's less prominent sporting endeavours. Trinity College Archives, MM 008105

Stylish in ties and jackets, the 1993 table tennis team representing one of Trinity's less prominent sporting endeavours. Trinity College Archives, MM 008105

The 1943 Athletics team enjoying some later afternoon sun in front of Clarke Building.

The 1943 Athletics team enjoying some later afternoon sun in front of Clarke Building. Trinity College Archives, MM 002772

The 1943 Athletics team enjoying some later afternoon sun in front of Clarke Building. Trinity College Archives, MM 002772

Who remembers the salmon-pink pain scheme in the former Junior Common Room in Clarke Building? The 2009 Athletics team liked to point it out!

Who remembers the salmon-pink pain scheme in the former Junior Common Room in Clarke Building? The 2009 Athletics team liked to point it out! Trinity College Archives, MM 006031.

Who remembers the salmon-pink pain scheme in the former Junior Common Room in Clarke Building? The 2009 Athletics team liked to point it out! Trinity College Archives, MM 006031.

A crowd of spectators gathers on the college bowling green with for the lawn bowl finals, c. 1956.

A crowd of spectators gathers on the college bowling green with for the lawn bowl finals, c. 1956.

A crowd of spectators gathers on the college bowling green with for the lawn bowl finals, c. 1956.

The doyen of Trinity sport, Frank Henagan, gives the football team a mid-game pep talk in 1986.

The doyen of Trinity sport, Frank Henagan, gives the football team a mid-game pep talk in 1986. Trinity College Archives, MM 001426.

The doyen of Trinity sport, Frank Henagan, gives the football team a mid-game pep talk in 1986. Trinity College Archives, MM 001426.

The victorious rowing crew, c. 1933.

The victorious rowing crew, c. 1933. Trinity College Archives, MM 004762

The victorious rowing crew, c. 1933. Trinity College Archives, MM 004762

Mercury rising: the story of Dr Andrew Prentice
Andrew Prentice shares his journey to become one of the world's leading experts on the formation of the solar system.

CONTENTS

TIMELINE


FROM THEN TO NOW

This is how Trinity College's story has unfolded.

COLLEGE NEWS


NEWS

A snapshot of 2022....and what a special year it was.


OBITS

We are saddened to acknowledge the passing of Trinity alumni and friends during 2022.

ART AND CULTURE

TRINITY UP IN LIGHTS

Trinitarians have been taking to the stage since the late 19th century. We look at the trajectory of Trinity's performing arts scene.

We explore how Trinity came to hold such a diverse and impressive art collection.


DR CALVIN BOWMAN

Meet Calvin, an Oakleaf Awardee.

SPORT

The rivalry between Trinity and Ormond can be traced right back to the beginning.


TIGER WOO!

It doesn't matter if you're a champion athlete or the type who works out rules on the fly, there's a place for everyone on the Trinity team.


GILLON MCLACHLAN

Meet Gillon, an Oakleaf Awardee.

LEADERSHIP


MERCURY RISING

Andrew Prentice shares his journey to become one of the world's leading experts on the formation of the solar system.


ON BEING 'EDUCATION PEOPLE'

Dr Denis White served as Executive Director of Trinity College's Foundation Studies during the program's foundational years and his leadership played an integral role in setting our Pathways School up for success.


TAKING A HOLISTIC VIEW

From its earliest days, Trinity College has aimed to offer students a well-rounded education. Warden and CEO Ken Hinchcliff (TC 1976) explains what this means and the impact it has on our future leaders. 


JEROME CUBILLO

Meet Jerome, an Oakleaf Awardee.

FAITH


EXPRESSING ANGLICAN IDENTITY

The Archbishop of Melbourne, the Most Revd Dr Philip Freier, reflects on the history of the Trinity College Theological School.

A MATTER OF FAITH

We look at the influence of chaplaincy and religious worship throughout Trinity's history.


THE REVEREND JENNY INGLIS

Meet Jenny, an Oakleaf Awardee.

FASHION

Mullets, shoulder pads, suits on the Bul and knee-high socks at Juttoddie. Here are some of the fashions we rocked and some we'd rather forget.


MEGHA KAPOOR

Meet Megha, an Oakleaf Awardee.


ARCHITECTURE


A NEW ERA FOR OUR DINING HALL

The beating heart of Trinity College will undergo a major renovation in 2023.


THINK BIG, GIVE BIG

Among many valued donors, the Clarke family has made significant contributions to Trinity College's built environment, and in turn, its educational offering.


ANDREW FARRAN

Meet Andrew, an Oakleaf Awardee.


RELATIONSHIPS


WALKING THE ROAD TO SUCCESS

Three young men who met during O-Week in 2007 could never have foreseen that one day they would own a video production company together.


SIBLING SUPPORT

We talk to Aquinne and Saskia Wijewardene on what its like to attend Trinity with a sibling.


UNITED ON THE PATH TO ADULTHOOD

Georgina and Charlie's worlds collided in 2014 when they joined Trinity as freshers.


EVENTS


THOSE WERE THE DAYS

We have always valued the power of events in bringing us together and keeping us connected. Take a stroll down memory lane.


THESE ARE THE DAYS

2022 was fun...and we've got the photos to prove it!