Sports & Recreation
Unleash the synergy between sports, recreation, and education with our captivating articles.
Explore the realm where physical activities intersect with learning. Gain valuable insights into how sports contribute to academic success, the integration of recreation into educational curricula, and the immense benefits it brings to students’ holistic development. A must-read section for educators, parents, and sports enthusiasts alike.
- Mar- 2026 -6 March
Active bodies, active minds: Making school sports accessible and enjoyable for all
Research shows that secondary students who participate in sports have higher attendance, academic performance and behaviour outcomes.
Read More » - Sep- 2025 -1 September
Transforming fitness at Central Hawkes Bay College with outdoor gym equipment
Fitness has been made fun and accessible following a student-led push for outdoor gym equipment for use by the school…
Read More » - Jul- 2025 -21 July
Play on: Sports equipment to get everyone moving
From bats and balls to professional equipment and specialist surfaces, the right sports equipment can inspire young athletes at your…
Read More » - Mar- 2025 -11 March
School sport opportunities to help students move
Sport is an important part of a healthy, active lifestyle. How can you encourage students to move throughout the school…
Read More » - Nov- 2024 -11 November
Keeping score, digitally
Digital scoreboards can keep the crowd excited and players motivated during sports matches, and can also be used during class…
Read More » - Jul- 2024 -22 July
Teamturf upgrade at Bankwood School
The revitalised sport court at Bankwood School is a source of pride and inspiration for the school community.
Read More » - Jun- 2024 -14 June
Is your sport surface ready to play?
A well maintained sport surface can encourage participation in sport, boost school spirit, and keep young athletes safe.
Read More » - Jan- 2024 -31 January
Keeping schools in the game with electronic scoreboards
We explore key features, designs & capabilities of electronic scoreboards to enhance your school's sporting facilities, PE lessons and more.
Read More » - Jun- 2023 -26 June
Multi-purpose court brightens school grounds and benefits community
Find out how Takapuna Normal School's court upgrade brightened the school grounds, inspired school athletes, and benefited the community.
Read More » - 16 June
Fun and functional sport surfaces
Make a statement and encourage students to get involved in sport, with practical and colourful playing surfaces.
Read More » - Dec- 2022 -1 December
Elite scoreboards keep schools in the game
Certainly, a scoreboard elevates school sportsmanship, but what makes an impressive scoreboard? As the technological capabilities of scoreboards have increased,…
Read More » - Oct- 2022 -18 October
Sports Uniform Superstardom
Two-thirds of students say they feel they'd be more physically active during break time if they got to wear their…
Read More » - Jul- 2022 -25 July
Pandemic Impacts on Youth Sport: How can schools boost student participation?
If, as some studies suggest, devices are steering kids away from sport, how can school sports look to emulate digital…
Read More » - Feb- 2022 -15 February
New round open for sport and recreation funding in Auckland
The Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa Fund is designed to provide quality, accessible play, active recreation and sport experiences for tamariki…
Read More » - Dec- 2021 -14 December
Know the score and more
The ability to promote sponsors is now more important than ever in the digital age. Adding tech to your sporting…
Read More » - Nov- 2021 -22 November
Hotfooting it: Gym floors to conquer heavy foot traffic
When it comes to shock absorption, grip, durability, and even visual aesthetic, the stuff your gym floors are made of…
Read More » - Sep- 2021 -6 September
On each other’s team
Unity is key to any team and uniform plays an important part in creating that...
Read More » - Jun- 2021 -15 June
Latest youth sport findings – free webinar
An upcoming Youth Sport Project webinar will explore some of the latest findings on youth sport in Aotearoa.
Read More » - May- 2021 -31 May
Rival school grounds maintained by same professional team
When neighbouring schools on Auckland’s North Shore pull on their sports jerseys, they’re fierce competitors. The playing field beneath their…
Read More » - 18 May
The show must go on!
Whether a school is hosting their own performance or inviting another company to perform, plenty of preparation is required.
Read More » - 10 May
Hit the ground running, jumping, leapfrogging
Every school has significant decisions to make when installing, refurbishing, or replacing their gym flooring.
Read More » - Mar- 2021 -16 March
Pinehurst School: Activating space, advancing play
Primary schoolers have a lot of energy to burn at break time, with a growing sense of independence, burgeoning confidence…
Read More » - 2 March
Volleyball’s secondary school popularity spike
Volleyball New Zealand is celebrating a spike in the popularity of the sport among secondary school students.
Read More » - Feb- 2021 -23 February
Healthy Active Learning programme introduced to 300+ schools
The Government has invested $47.6 million over four years to build on the success of other government programmes across physical activity…
Read More » - Dec- 2020 -15 December
Christchurch schools hit national cricket double
Canturbrian cricket winners are grinners after the annual national secondary school competition landed Christchurch schools a double win.
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