Secondary
From the Sports Desk
Celebrating the Success of Isabella Piper
We are delighted to shine a spotlight on the exceptional achievements of Isabella Piper, a shining example of talent and dedication at Boorowa Central School.
Isabella's sporting prowess was on full display during the recent Western Area Trials held in Term 1, where she excelled in both Rugby 7's and U18 Girls Rugby League. Her outstanding performance earned her well-deserved spots in both the Western Rugby 7's team and the U18 Rugby League team, showcasing her remarkable skill and commitment to these games.
Isabella's journey doesn't stop there. Following her success on the rugby field, she represented Western against the North Western Rugby League side at Coonabarabran, securing her place in the Greater Western side as a formidable back row player. Looking ahead, Isabella is set to embark on an exciting series of games in Wollongong from May 27th to 29th. Her goal? To clinch a spot on the NSW CHS U18 Rugby League team, a feat that would mark another milestone in her burgeoning sports career.
Looking ahead, Isabella is set to embark on another exciting challenge. Next week, she will be participating in the NSW CHS Swimming Championships being held in Sydney. Remarkably, Isabella will be swimming in not one, but three relay teams, a testament to her versatility and prowess on the sporting field.
We commend her hard work, determination, and sportsmanship, and extend our heartfelt wishes for success in her upcoming swimming championships and her rugby and rugby league endeavours.
CHS Swimming Championships Preview
With great excitement, we announce the upcoming 2024 CHS Swimming Championships to be held at SOPAC from Monday 13th May to Wednesday 15th May. Our very own Boorowa Central School will be represented by 14 keen swimmers from year 6 to year 11. This prestigious event promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent and determination, as our students dive into the pool to put Boorowa Central School's name up on the Board.
Meet Our Swimming Squad
Boorowa Central School, despite being a small central school, continues to punch above its weight by achieving remarkable feats in sports. A shining example of this is the incredible achievement of having five relay teams qualify for the NSW CHS Swimming Championships. This is a testament to the dedication, skill, and teamwork ingrained in the fabric of our school community.
Boorowa Central School is proud to present five relay teams that will be swimming on Monday 13th May at the NSW CHS Swimming Championships.
1. Girls 17-19 200 Freestyle Relay Team: This formidable team, comprises Tamsyn Ritchie, Mylee Taylor, Ivy Taylor, and Isabella Piper,
2. Boys 17-19 200 Freestyle Relay Team:** William Kelly, Kyle Pye, Jacob Kennedy, and Ty Moore
3. Girls 12-19 6x50 Freestyle Relay Team :* Our girls all-age girls' team is a force to be reckoned with team members Kirsten Piper, Kayla Apps, Shadae-Crisp-Zager, Ivy Taylor, Mylee Taylor, and Isabella Piper.
4. Boys 12-19 6x50 Freestyle Relay Team: Our all-age boys team of William Kelly, Hilton Apps, Joshua Jones, Hugo Mayne, Jacob Kennedy, and Ty Moore have demonstrated commitment to attend.
5. Central Schools -Mixed Open 200 Freestyle Relay Team: This versatile team finished in second place at Dubbo and will be keen to be the fasted Central school team next Monday. Team members include Kyle Pye, Isabella Piper, Ivy Taylor, and Ty Moore.
The School and community wish the students all the best at these championships, despite the challenge of our pool being closed since the end of March and students unable to train in the water. The students have kept fit by training for their winter sports. Their commitment exemplifies the spirit of Boorowa Central School, and we extend our best wishes for their pursuit of excellence.
Stay tuned for updates and results from the championships as we cheer on our talented swimmers.
Stage 5 STEM Bridge-Building Challenge
Our Stage 5 STEM elective students recently took on a tough engineering challenge: designing and building a prototype Truss Bridge. Using their engineering skills and the design process, they worked hard to create bridges that could hold up under pressure. And their efforts paid off – some of their bridges impressively held up to 24kg of weight before giving in.
It's great to see our students apply what they've learned in STEM to real-world challenges. Their determination and teamwork were truly excellent. They now move onto making bottle rockets!
South Coast Beef Spectacular
The Boorowa Show Team attended the South Coast Beef Spectacular with many students from 20 schools across the state, these young individuals went to workshops about animal handling, parading, carcass assessment, and young judge workshops, learning lots of new skills and information.
The event provided a platform for students to hone their talents and compete at a high level, with opportunities to learn from industry experts and fellow competitors. Among the standout performers were our steers Cloudy, Wynstan, and Astro, who not only represented our school with pride but also garnered phenomenal results, adding to the team's achievements.
Astro won the Lightweight Class in the Manildra Section before going on to be awarded the Champion Manildra Steer. Astro competed in the Open section where he also won the Lightweight class.
Wynstan competed in the Manildra and Open sections Medium weight classes securing a very respectable third in both sections whilst competing as the lightest animal in his class.
Cloudy was the star of the day competing in the Heavyweight Open Section where he won first in his class, then went on to be awarded the Open Champion Steer title before winning the overall Grand Champion Steer up against Astro.
The parading competition allowed students to exhibit their steers to their best advantage, highlighting their conformation, muscle definition, and overall presentation. Through meticulous grooming and handling, students transformed their steers into prime examples of the beef breed standard, impressing judges and spectators alike with their attention to detail.
The young judge workshops offered participants the opportunity to step into the shoes of a cattle judge, evaluating animals based on industry standards and providing feedback on their observations. This exercise not only honed their critical thinking skills but also deepened their understanding of the qualities that make a superior beef animal.
To be awarded both major champion awards from the show is an absolutely outstanding result. The success of Cloudy, Wynstan, Astro, and their handlers at the South Coast Beef Spectacular is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of the students involved in the cattle show team. Their achievements not only reflect their commitment to excellence but also highlight the vital role that youth play in the future of the beef industry.
