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What is the Representative Sport Uniform?

The Representative Sport Uniform refers specifically to the uniform items students wear when participating in College representative sports and teams.

It is separate to the daily Sport / PE Uniform, which is worn for Physical Education, general school sport and active school programs.

Is the daily Sport / PE Uniform changing?

No. This update relates only to the Representative Sport Uniform.

The academic uniform and daily Sport / PE Uniform will be considered separately and communicated at a later time.

Why is the Representative Sport Uniform changing?

The College has been carefully reviewing elements of the uniform to ensure our sport uniform is practical, comfortable, consistent and suitable for students representing Scotch Oakburn in sport.

The redesigned Representative Sport Uniform has been shaped by student voice, parent and carer feedback, and careful consideration of what students need when participating in sport.

What feedback informed the new designs?

Students provided feedback about design, comfort, fit, movement, confidence and how the uniform feels when participating in sport.

Parents and carers also provided feedback about practicality, cost, durability, choice and the need for a more viable uniform model for families moving forward.

What is the aim of the new Representative Sport Uniform?

The aim is to create a more consistent, practical and student-centred uniform for College representative sport.

The new garments are designed to better support participation, movement and comfort, while presenting a clear and contemporary Scotch Oakburn identity.

Does this change respect the history and tradition of the College uniform?

Yes. This is not change for the sake of change.

The Scotch Oakburn uniform carries meaning. It reflects belonging, pride and connection to our community. The redesigned Representative Sport Uniform recognises where we have come from, while being purpose-built for the students who wear it today.

When will the new uniform be introduced?

The new Representative Sport Uniform will be introduced through a phased approach.

Parents and carers will have time to prepare and plan, and the College will communicate clearly about timing, availability, ordering and transition arrangements.

Will all sports move to the new uniform at the same time?

Not necessarily.

Some sports may have clearer cut-over dates due to competition requirements, supplier timelines or the need for teams to present consistently in formal rosters or competitions.

Sport-specific timelines will be communicated directly to families with as much notice as possible.

*see information for Basketball below

Will families need to purchase everything immediately?

No. The introduction will be phased to give families time to prepare and plan.

In some sports, there may be a specific date by which the new uniform is required, particularly where competition requirements apply. These details will be communicated directly where required.

*see information for Basketball below

What if my child does not participate in representative sport?

If your child does not participate in College representative sports or teams, they may not need to purchase Representative Sport Uniform items.

The daily Sport / PE Uniform remains the uniform worn for Physical Education, general school sport and active school programs.

Will the transition look inconsistent for a period of time?

There may be a period where some students are wearing existing items and others are wearing new items.

This is expected during a phased transition. The College is taking this approach to support families and avoid unnecessary pressure to replace items immediately.

What happens to existing Representative Sport Uniform items?

Existing items may continue to be used during the two-year transition period, depending on the sport, team requirements and competition expectations.

Further details will be provided for individual sports where specific timelines or cut-over dates apply.

Can existing uniform items still be sold second-hand?

Where items remain current or are still accepted during the transition period, families may continue to use normal second-hand uniform processes.

As individual sports transition to new garments, the College will provide further guidance where required.

Will there be different fit options available?

Where possible, the College is working toward uniform options that support comfort, movement and choice for students.

Specific garment and fit options will be communicated as each sport’s uniform details are confirmed.

How will sizing and ordering work?

Sizing for the new Representative Sport Uniform items will be available through the College Shop.

Further information about ordering, availability and collection timelines will be shared with families as required.

For some sports, students may also have the opportunity to try on sample garments before orders are placed, particularly where team-based are required.

Will the new designs reduce the number of items families need to buy?

Where possible, yes.

Part of the review has focused on creating a more streamlined and practical approach to representative sport uniforms. The aim is for items to be functional, durable and, where appropriate, suitable across different activities, formats or seasons.

Will team photos or sport photos be affected during the transition?

During a phased transition, team photos may reflect the period of change, with some students wearing existing items and others wearing newer items.

This is a normal part of a uniform transition and will form part of the College’s story as we move toward a more consistent uniform over time.

Where can families view the new designs?

The finalised designs are now available to view as part of the Representative Sport Uniform launch.

Further sport-specific information, including availability, ordering details and transition timelines, will be shared with families as required.

Who should I contact if I have questions?

Families will receive sport-specific communication where required.

For general questions about the Representative Sport Uniform transition, please contact our College Shop Manager, Deanne Dietrich, on (03) 6336 3399 or voa email school.shop@soc.tas.edu.au.

Following the launch of the College’s new representative sport uniform, this section provides further information for students participating in basketball. 

The updated basketball uniform will create a consistent look across College teams while providing students with practical, comfortable and high-quality playing options. 

The basketball uniform includes: 

• a numbered reversible playing top in navy and gold 
• navy playing shorts 
• classic and tailored fit options for the playing top. 

The new uniform replaces the previous ISC Basketball uniforms and SOC 3×3 reversible tops, consolidating these into one versatile uniform that can be worn across College basketball competitions and formats. 

Playing numbers will be allocated by the College to avoid duplication across teams. 

A student-centred design 

Student feedback has played an important role in shaping the new basketball uniform. 

Some students indicated that elements of the previous uniform, particularly the gold shorts, created unnecessary pressure and discomfort. In response, basketball will transition to navy playing shorts. 

The classic and tailored playing top options will also provide greater choice, allowing students to select the fit in which they feel most comfortable and confident. 

When will the new uniform be required? 

All students participating in College basketball from Term 4 2026 onwards will require the new Basketball Representative Sport Uniform. 

Families involved in rosters commencing in late Term 3 will receive further information directly from the College regarding timing, availability and collection. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will need the new Basketball uniform? 

All students participating in College basketball from Term 4 2026 onwards will require the new uniform. 

Does this replace the daily Sport and PE Uniform? 

No. The basketball uniform is part of the College’s Representative Sport Uniform and is worn when students represent Scotch Oakburn College in formal basketball competitions, rosters and tournaments. 

The daily sport and PE uniform will continue to be worn for Physical Education classes, training sessions, House activities and general College sport. 

What does the new uniform replace? 

The new uniform replaces the previous ISC basketball uniforms and SOC 3×3 reversible tops. 

Can students choose their preferred fit? 

Yes. The reversible playing top will be available in both classic and tailored fit options. 

How will playing numbers be allocated? 

Playing numbers will be allocated by the College to avoid duplication across teams. 

Can existing basketball uniforms still be worn? 

The new basketball uniform will become the required uniform from Term 4 2026.

Limited loan options may be available in some exceptional circumstances. Further information will be provided directly to relevant families where this applies.

What should we do if our child is no longer participating in Basketball? 

Families who have previously indicated that their child may participate but no longer intend to do so should contact the College at basketball@soc.tas.edu.au. 

Further information 

Additional details regarding fittings, ordering and collection will be communicated directly to basketball students and their families. 

For basketball-specific enquiries, please contact basketball@soc.tas.edu.au.