Sports News

2023 QGSSSA Cross Country Championships 

Date: Saturday, 20 May

Location: John Paul College, Daisy Hill. 

The QGSSSA Cross Country Championships are fast approaching and we are looking forward to defending our 2022 Percentage Cup winning performances. After months of rigorous training sessions, we are eager to showcase our development on race day. We encourage all members of our school community to come out and support our athletes as they compete against our associated QGSSSA schools. 

We wish our team the best of luck as they line-up for the challenging course on race day. Let's show our school spirit and cheer them on to victory!

Further details about transportation, meeting points, and other important information will be communicated to parents and students in the coming days.

Britton Shield Touch Football 

Last week, our passionate Touch players made a remarkable impact as they took the fields by storm in the Britton Shield Carnival. This exciting event brought together primary students from Clayfield College, Ipswich Junior Grammar School, and Moreton Bay Boys’ College for a thrilling competition.

The Carnival provided an excellent platform for these young players to showcase their skills and engage in friendly rivalry. We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the players, coaches, referees, staff, parents, and caregivers who contributed to the success of the event. Their support and dedication made it yet another outstanding day for Primary Boys Sport.

Let's celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship and the achievements of our talented Touch players. We look forward to witnessing their continued growth and success in future sporting endeavors.

Highlights from the last week

Australian Gymnastics Championships

Lindsay Webb has concluded her impressive performance at the 2023 Australian Gymnastics Championships, Level 9, 15 Years and under category. Lindsay completed her Nationals campaign finishing 7th overall in the country, with an outstanding 3rd place, bronze medal in the vault and 4th position in uneven bars.

Lindsay showcased her unwavering commitment and focus over the two-day competition, facing off against the most talented gymnasts in Australia. Her exceptional consistency and dedication are justly commendable, making her a true superstar in the world of gymnastics.

2023 AFL NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CHAMPIONSHIPS 

U16 GIRLS ALL-AUSTRALIAN TEAM

The line-up for the 2023 AFLW Under 16s 'All Australian' team has been announced, and Mia Geere, a Year 10 student, has been named in the line-up. Among the Brisbane Lions Academy representatives, Mia stands as the sole representative. Mia’s athleticism makes her a difficult match-up for the opposition, and enforces her impact on the game. Mia plays half back flank and is a defender whose strong intercept marking, rebound speed and long kicking were features of her dominant performances in both selection matches. A bottom-aged player, she averaged 22 disposals (at 68% efficiency), 7.5 marks and 5.5 rebound 50s.

We eagerly anticipate witnessing Mia's ongoing development and significant contributions to the game and competition in the coming years.

The Clayfield College community extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mia on her selection and leading with distinction.

Friends of Sport

In anticipation of the upcoming QGSSSA Cross Country Championships on Saturday, 20 May, the Friends of Sport are organising a send-off team breakfast to support and celebrate our dedicated athletes. This event is an important opportunity for our community to come together, recognise the team's hard work, and fuel up before the big day. Please see the details below.

Date: Wednesday, 17 May 

Time: 7:30 am (following training)

Location: CC Tennis Pavilion

The Parents of our 2023 Cross Country Captains and Friends of Sport are seeking volunteers to help make this event a success. We are looking for parents who can provide food and drink donations or lend a hand with set up and serving. If you are available and willing to help, please click on the link enclosed below to sign up. 

QGSSSA Cross Country Team Breakfast | Sign-Up

We are also seeking donations of food/drink for our team at the QGSSSA Cross Country Championships at John Paul College on Saturday, 20 May. Please click on the second link enclosed below to sign up to assist supporting our athletes. 

QGSSSA Cross Country Championships | Sign-Up

Thank you for your support!