Grand Final Day protocols
Important Information for Saturday 15 August
Brighton Grammar is proud to celebrate four Grand Final teams this weekend across Basketball, Soccer, Rugby and Football.
Join us at BGS for a day of championship sport as our First XI Soccer, First XV Rugby and First XVIII Football teams compete at home.
We encourage families, Old Boys and supporters from all schools to support students on the day. Please refer to the table below for fixture details and venue information.
Match schedule
| Time | Match | Venue | Livestream |
| 10.00am | First V Basketball CGS vs BGS |
Caulfield Grammar LTC (Caulfield Campus) |
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| 10.00am | First XI Soccer BGS vs SKC |
Mitchell Oval (Brighton Grammar) |
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| 11.00am | First XV Rugby BGS vs SKC |
Crowther Oval (Brighton Grammar) |
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| 2.00pm | First XVIII Football BGS vs CGS |
Crowther Oval (Brighton Grammar) |
Plan your visit to BGS
Date: Saturday 15 August 2026
Venue: Brighton Grammar School
Gates Open: 9.00am
Note: This is an alcohol-free event. Smoking and vaping are prohibited anywhere on school grounds.
Entry to Brighton Grammar
Enter via New Street or Outer Crescent.
A partial road closure will be in place on Outer Crescent between St Andrews Street and Allee Street. Footpaths will still be accessible.
No pets are permitted within the school grounds.
Visiting Team Information
Supporting one of our visiting Grand Final teams? Dedicated visiting supporter information is available for each competing school.
Visiting Team Supporter Guides
Event Map
Getting Here
Road Closure
Due to the large crowd expected, a partial road closure will be in place on Outer Crescent between St Andrews Street and Allee Street. We encourage visitors to consider alternative transport options where possible.
Parking
Limited parking is available in surrounding streets. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to secure a parking space, observe all local parking restrictions, and be respectful of local residents.
Available parking:
– On-street parking
– St Andrew’s Church car park (New Street) *from 1.30pm-5.30pm only
– Bayside Council Accessible parking (Outer Crescent/Allee Street)
Public Transport
Public transport is encouraged.
– Train: Middle Brighton Station (approximately 740m walk)
– Bus: Route 603 – Brighton Grammar/New Street stop
Bus Zone
There will be a designated bus zone on New Street for visiting schools to drop off and pick up students. Once students have safely disembarked, buses are asked to move on promptly to allow the next school access to the zone. See event map for location.
Food and Beverage
Food and drinks will be available throughout the day:
– BBQ
– Coffee and hot drinks
– Cold drinks and light snacks at both ends of the ground
Please note:
– Cashless payment is preferred
– No alcohol will be available for purchase or to be brought onto school grounds
– Glass containers are prohibited
Spectator Information
Access to the Annandale Pavilion is closed to all members of the community, parents, students and spectators.
Selected spectator areas have been reserved for current students to allow them to support their peers and contribute to the match day atmosphere.
These areas will be clearly identified on the venue map and through event signage. Parents, carers and other spectators are asked to utilise the general viewing areas around the venue.
You’re welcome to bring:
– Portable chairs
– Picnic rugs
Please:
– Remain outside the playing arena
– Keep emergency access areas clear
– Respect officials, team areas and event staff
Photography and Video Recording
Photography and video recording must not:
– Interfere with participants or officials
– Breach child safety requirements
– Be used for commercial purposes without permission
For media enquiries, contact the BGS Community Engagement team.
Live Scores and Results
If you can’t attend, the Grand Finals played at home will be streamed live by College Sports. Streams will begin approximately 10 minutes before each match. Users will need to create a personal College Sports login.
First V Basketball – 10.00am: Watch Live
First XI Soccer – 10.00am: Watch Live
First XV Rugby – 11.00am: Watch Live
First XVIII Football – 2.00pm: Watch Live
First Aid and Medical Assistance
First Aid officers will be located on-site (see event map)
In an emergency, notify the nearest event staff member immediately. For life-threatening emergencies, call 000. BGS Event staff are identifiable through BGS lanyards and high-vis vests.
Weather Information
The event will proceed unless conditions are deemed unsafe by APS Sport.
Any significant changes or cancellations will be communicated via:
– BGS website
– BGS social media channels
– APS Sport
Child Safety
Brighton Grammar is committed to providing a safe environment for all children and young people.
Parents and carers remain responsible for supervising children attending the event.
Conditions of Entry
Attendance is subject to the APS Sport Code of Conduct and Parent and School Community Code of Conduct.
By entering the school grounds, visitors agree to:
– Follow directions from BGS staff and officials
– Treat players, coaches, officials and fellow spectators with respect
– Comply with all safety and venue requirements
– Support school sport in a positive and respectful manner
Brighton Grammar School and Monjon Security reserve the right to refuse entry or direct any person to leave the venue if their behaviour is deemed unsafe, disruptive, offensive or inconsistent with the expectations of the event.
Important Links
APS Sport Code of Conduct
Parent and School Community Code of Conduct
Child Safety and Wellbeing