Sport
Within the region, Redeemer Baptist School boasts a reputation for sporting achievements. These achievements occur across many sporting disciplines from track, field, soccer, cricket, softball, netball and basketball.
- SWISSA Cross Country (South West Independent Schools Sports Association) - The SWISSA Cross Country event hosted by the school in 2006 was one of the largest held in the history of the association. Redeemer made notable achievements winning 3 of the 6 events.
- ASISSA Cross Country (All Suburbs Independent Schools Sports Association) - The ASISSA Cross Country event has a participation of 40 schools. In 2006 Redeemer made the achievement of taking out the winning place in 2 of the 4 girls events.
- Soccer - The school plays an active role in Sydney's school soccer events with active teams from grade 3 to senior level. Over the years the school has achieved many coveted awards and events.
- Swimming - The school has a renowned record as an exceptional participant in swimming events. Representing the school over the years in swimming events include state and national ranked swimmers.
Other sports at the school include: Cricket, Athletics and others.
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