Highly respected Head of Basketball and 1st V Coach, Kabe Ciccolini is embarking on a new and inspiring chapter. This season, he takes up the role of Assistant Head of Corfe House, guiding our youngest boarders with a warmth and passion that is uniquely his own.
Kabe’s decision to transition into the role of Assistant Head of Corfe House reflects his unwavering commitment to mentorship and leadership. For him, this move signifies a positive step in his career.
“It’s an opportunity to further immerse myself in the culture here at TGS, allowing me to diversify my contribution and ultimately have a broader impact across our community,” said Kabe.
His love for boarding and dedication to nurturing young minds made this role a perfect fit. With a heart deeply rooted in the community, he and his fiancé view Toowoomba as more than just a place; it's their home, and TGS, their school.
With 12 years of experience spanning high-performance sports and pastoral care, Kabe arrives at Corfe House with a great foundation for developing men of good character. He is excited to work alongside Head of Corfe House, Henry White and Corfe House Mother, Janelle Fletcher to transform Corfe House into a haven, a family where young men are not only safe but encouraged to become their best self.
“I’ve developed a base of experience and a well-rounded perspective emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities, making wise choices, and nurturing character,” said Kabe.
“Having worked with a number of organisations, teams and boarding communities, I’m really looking forward to continuing to create an environment where our boys are empowered to be great decision makers and accountable leaders.”
Kabe is familiar with the GPS program, and boarding. He was a day boy at Ipswich Grammar School and shortly after graduating began working in the cricket and basketball programs. He was offered a position as a Resident Master and moved on campus, starting his journey in Boarding. A year later he went to Canada to coach College basketball. Kabe returned to TGS in 2017 as the 1st V Coach and then the Head of Basketball in 2018.
“Each boy I have met has had a unique story and talents that needed to be nurtured, promoted and celebrated,” stated Kabe.
“Whilst the demographics may be slightly different, the concept remains the same in Corfe House. We’ve got a core of brilliant young men and I look forward to getting to know them, their current stories and helping them create exciting new ones.”
Kabe understands that the transition to boarding is extremely important as the young boys navigate the shock of moving from home to boarding.
“TGS does a wonderful job of empowering every young man in their own individual journeys and Corfe House is that extra layer required for our boys in their most formative of years,” said Kabe proudly.
“A scaled and scaffolded transition from home life to Corfe life and ultimately to senior boarding, Corfe is the perfect step-by-step process to ensure our boys are thriving and learning to be high quality, thoughtful and autonomous decision makers as they grow.”
Kabe believes that this time in Corfe is a genuine opportunity for boys to discover their individuality within the greater boarding community before they move on to the senior houses.
Everyone involved with the TGS Basketball program is familiar with Kabe’s motto “Family First”. It is a core value that he holds closely in every aspect of his life, and it's a belief that he wholeheartedly stands by.
“This principle is deeply ingrained in the concept of servant leadership, which I consider a pivotal element in the growth of a young man,” said Kabe.
“In a family, whether it's your own kin or the one you build in a boarding house, it's about being there for one another, offering a helping hand when needed, and emphasising and supporting the well-being of others.”
In Corfe House, it translates into a culture of unity, support, and shared responsibility. Every boy becomes a part of a larger family, where they learn the significance of mutual support, growth, and strength found in togetherness.
Fundamentally, Kabe desires to mold our young men into 'good blokes'; individuals who take pride in their identity and represent their families with honor. He envisions them as servant leaders, ready to make a positive impact no matter where life takes them. With his guidance, they will not only navigate the complexities of boarding life but emerge as responsible, caring, and accountable individuals, poised to shape a better tomorrow.
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