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- ↑ Morgan, Kym (7 August 2013). "No Hard Feelings From Club as College Lays Claim to Star". Guardian Messenger. p. 52. Retrieved 7 August 2013.
- ↑ Management Board, Sports Association for Adelaide Schools, 2024-09-19
- ↑ Sports, Sports Association for Adelaide Schools, 2024-09-18