05/09/2026
On Friday, our Chapel was filled with students, dads and plenty of passionate cricket fans as we welcomed Australian cricket legend Damien Fleming as our special guest for our Father’s Day Breakfast.
Damien shared stories from his journey to wearing the Baggy Green, reflecting on the significant milestones, pivotal moments and mentors who helped shape his cricketing career and his journey as a young person. He spoke with great respect about the many teammates and cricketing role models he looked up to throughout his career, and the importance of being willing to listen, learn and take inspiration from those around you.
His message to our students extended well beyond cricket: have a dream, set yourself a goal, embrace the journey, listen and learn, find your niche, back yourself and don’t be afraid when things don’t always go to plan.
He also spoke warmly about the importance of family and fatherhood, sharing the pride and love he has for his children and the joy he takes in supporting their own sporting passions and pursuits.
With plenty of humour, memorable cricket stories and insights into the culture, leadership and teamwork that underpinned the Australian cricket team, Damien had our audience captivated and laughing throughout the morning.
The warmth continued over breakfast in the W Building Atrium, where students and their dads had the opportunity to connect, share the morning together, ask questions, take photos with Damien and celebrate the special role of fathers and family.
A wonderful morning of family, connection, cricket and inspiration.
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers and father figures in our Luther community.
And a huge thank you to the many staff, student leaders and students who helped make this special morning possible - from welcoming our guests and supporting the breakfast, to creating such a warm and memorable atmosphere for our Luther families.
