Year 12 English Studies students recently took their learning beyond the classroom with an exciting visit to the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and Allianz Stadium. As part of their HSC module, Playing the Game – English in Sport, this immersive experience allowed students to explore how language is used in the world of sport to engage audiences, inspire athletes, and shape public perception.

During a 90-minute guided tour, students heard captivating stories of legendary players, passionate spectators, and historic sporting events. They explored the rich history of these iconic venues while considering how commentary, media reporting, and promotional language influence the way we experience sport. Walking in the footsteps of sporting greats, they gained a deeper understanding of how words bring the excitement of the game to life.

This hands-on learning experience provided valuable insight into the intersection of sport and language, reinforcing the importance of communication in shaping the narratives that define the sporting world.

Here’s what our students had to say about the experience:

“This was an exciting experience as we are used to hearing about these places on social media, so being able to walk the grounds and sit in the seats of some of Australia’s sporting legends such as Sam Kerr, James Tedesco, Adam Goodes and Shane Warne was something that our class will remember. Thanks to our wonderful Tour Guide; we all learnt something new about the stadium and made a great connection to our unit of work. Personally, I loved this excursion due to being able to see the stadium completely empty and understanding the whole atmosphere that these legends experience.” 
Ella L

Mrs Grace Roman
English Teacher