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Prep Swimming Demonstration Lessons

The Clayfield College Sports Department are excited to invite you to our Prep Demonstration Lessons. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to see your child in action in the swimming pool. All students will receive a participation ribbon to celebrate their fantastic swimming. Students can wear their HPE uniform to and from school. 

Date: Wednesday 30 October 

Venue: Clayfield College Pool 

Time: Prep C - 8:45am to 9:25am and Prep K - 9:35am to 10:15am 

What to Bring 

• Clayfield College Togs  
• Clayfield College Rashie  
• Swimming cap and goggles 
• Towel  
• Hat  
• Sunscreen  
• Water bottle (labelled)  
• Spare pair of underwear  

Students in Prep C will need to arrive to school wearing their togs underneath their HPE uniform. Prep K will change into their togs in their classroom before heading down to the pool.  

We would like to welcome all parents and supporters to come and watch a fun filled morning of swimming. 

Year 1 Exhibition Swimming Carnival

The Clayfield College Sports Department are looking forward to welcoming you to the College Pool to watch our Year 1 Exhibition Swimming Carnival. Students can wear their HPE uniform to and from school. 

Date: Wednesday 30 October 

Venue: Clayfield College Pool 

Time: Year 1M - 10:45am to 11:30am and Year 1W - 11:35am to 12:20pm 

What to Bring

• Clayfield College Togs  
• Clayfield College Rashie  
• Swimming cap and goggles 
• Towel  
• Hat  
• Sunscreen  
• Water bottle (labelled)  
• Spare pair of underwear  

During the session each student will showcase the skills they have been learning in their lessons. Students will receive place and participation ribbons to congratulate them all on their fantastic swimming. 

We would like to welcome all parents and supporters to join us for a fun filled morning of swimming. 

Britton Shield Aquathlon: Clayfield Athletes Shine in Strong Performances

Under clear skies and bright sunshine, our Year 2 to 6 aquathletes arrived prepared and excited for the Britton Shield Aquathlon. The event started with a skills session, allowing the participants to familiarise themselves with the course layout and transition zones before the competition began. 

The races opened with the 8-year-olds, marking a debut aquathlon experience for many of our young athletes. Among the stand-out performances was Sam Gordan, who secured an impressive second place in his category. In the 10-year division, Hugo Fitzhenry also claimed a strong second place, while Charlie Quinn delivered an outstanding effort to finish first. 

The Clayfield College team displayed impressive competitive spirit throughout the day, reflecting their preparation and training. Their collective effort earned the team an overall second place finish in the competition. The Sports Department extends its thanks to the staff and student volunteers for their contributions to the smooth running of the event and congratulates all the Clayfield athletes on their remarkable performances. 

Lia Lee’s Success Across Two Disciplines

Lia Lee, Year 5 student has had a highly successful run in recent weeks, excelling in both gymnastics and taekwondo. At the Queensland State Championships AGC gymnastics competition, held at Delta on 14 September, Lia showcased her skills, winning first place in Bars and second place in Beam. 

In addition to her gymnastics success, Lia also competed in the Queensland International Taekwondo Federation Competition, where she took part in the 10 to 15 years division. Competing as a red belt, Lia secured first place in the pattern division and third place in the heavyweight sparring division. 

The Sports Department congratulates Lia on these outstanding results, highlighting her impressive achievements across both disciplines. 

Britton Shield Competition Update 

The Britton Shield competition is a cherished part of our co-curricular program for boys in Years 2 to 6. 

One of the member schools, Moreton Bay Boys’ College (MBBC), are heading in a different direction for their sports program and therefore will not be participating moving forward.

In light of this change, the remaining member schools have chosen to expand the competition by inviting additional schools to join the association. We view this as an exciting opportunity for growth and are committed to enhancing the Britton Shield offerings for our boys from 2025. The process of reaching out to new schools is already underway, and we look forward to sharing more details with you soon.

Additionally, we are thrilled to announce plans to further enrich our club sport offerings beginning in Year 5. Our Upper Primary students have had a fantastic experience participating in the Brisbane Basketball Inc (BBI) club competition this year, and we are eager to introduce even more club sports next year, tailored to the interests of our boys.

We are excited about the future of the Britton Shield and our club sports program, and we look forward to keeping you updated.

Secondary Sport

Clayfield College Athletes Shine at Queensland Schools State Athletics Championships 

The recent Queensland Schools State Athletics Championships, held over four days at QSAC, showcased the exceptional talent of three Clayfield College athletes: Hayley Colless, Demi de Tournouer, and Isabella McDonnell Baum. 

Hayley Colless made an impressive impact in the 15 years age group, clinching a silver medal in the 90m hurdles with a time of 13.31 seconds. She went on to deliver a standout performance in the 200m hurdles, crossing the finish line in 29.94 seconds to secure gold, outpacing her rivals and showcasing her incredible progress in the event. 

Demi de Tournouer competed in the 14 years 100m and 200m events, consistently performing through the qualifying rounds. Demi reached the finals in both races, finishing 6th in the 100m with a time of 12.97 seconds and 5th in the 200m, clocking 26.96 seconds. Her consistency and speed in both sprints are a testament to her dedication and competitiveness. 

In the 18 to 19 years age group, Isabella McDonnell-Baum took part in the long jump and triple jump events. Isabella placed 6th in the long jump and narrowly missed a podium finish in the triple jump, landing a 4th-place result with a distance of 10.45m. 

With these impressive results behind them, they now turn their focus to the Queensland Athletics All Schools Championships, which will also serve as the selection trials for the Australian All Schools Championships and the Australian National Schools Challenge Final. Held again at QSAC, this prestigious event will offer these girls another chance to compete against the state’s best, aiming for further success. 

Clayfield College's athletes have certainly made their mark, and their achievements signal a bright future as they continue to pursue their passion for athletics. 

Lindsay Webb Dominates at National Clubs 2024 Gymnastics Competition 

Lindsay Webb wrapped up a phenomenal two days of competition at the National Clubs 2024, competing at Level 9 and showing incredible skill and determination. Competing against some of the best gymnasts in the country, Lindsay emerged as a standout performer, bringing home an impressive array of medals. 

As part of the Delta Team, Lindsay's performances led to several team victories: 

• 1st overall in Australia in the all-around team competition.
• 1st overall on the uneven bars and balance beam, helping Delta dominate those events. 
• She also secured 2nd overall on vault and 4th overall on floor for the team. 

In the individual competition, Lindsay was unstoppable: 

• She claimed the prestigious title of 1st overall in Australia in the all-around for Level 9. Her strength on the uneven bars shone through once again as she took 1st overall individually. 
• On the balance beam, she displayed poise and precision, earning 2nd overall. She rounded out her events with a solid 4th place finish on vault.

Lindsay’s achievements across the two days of competition are a testament to her dedication. Competing at such a high level and consistently finishing on the podium is no easy feat, and she handled the pressure with grace. 

Lindsay Webb’s exceptional performance is a testament to her training, earning admiration from all who have followed her journey. She continues to establish herself as a formidable competitor on the national stage. Congratulations Lindsay!