From the Head of Sport
This weekend we have a big day at home with boy’s football and rugby both having home games.
BMGS Basketball will be running a BBQ to raise money for their trip to Nationals in November. Players please see Mr Quilter to put your name on the roster for the canteen and the BBQ.
Thank You
Last week we held the annual BMGS Athletics Carnival. The day started with sunshine however it did not take long before the weather deteriorated. Despite the weather, I was pleased to see the enthusiasm shown by the majority of students.
This day would not run without the efforts of staff and parents. This year we had many parents step in to run events, record, time keep and judge. I would like to thank you all for giving up your day to volunteer at the carnival.
Staff, whilst not necessarily your favourite day of the year, thanks for your positive attitude and professionalism in getting your events run efficiently.
Congratulations: Mountain Biking
Following on from last week's Newsletter, last Saturday Oliver and Lucas Rutherford, and Thomas Sheen competed at the 2023 NSW/ACT CX Series Round 2 at Sun Valley.
Oliver had a close race but managed to maintain the lead to win the U17s event (which coupled with the Men’s C division and came first overall).
Lucas and Thomas Sheen competed in the U13s and placed first and second respectively. It was Thomas’ first time competing at a bike event.
The Illawarra Schools Mountain Biking Championships will be held on Friday, 18th August. Please come and see me in my office if you are interested in attending.
The ACT Schools Mountain Biking Championships will be held on 22nd September if any students are interested in attending.
Congratulations: Athletics
There were a lot of exciting finishes at the Athletics Carnival and it looks like we will have a very strong team to go to the ISA Athletics Carnival. A number of students broke records that had been held for many years. Congratulations to:
- Zara Nicholas: 15 years Girls' Shot Put 10.46m; 15 years Girls' Discus 33.12m; 15 years Girls' Javelin 26.55m; 15 years Girls' Long Jump 5.07m
- Olivia Harris - 17 years Girls' Javelin 24.90m
- Will Zakis - 17 years Boys' 800m 2:06.40
- Amelie Hugo - 16 years Girls' 400m 1:03.44
- Casper Larkin - Senior Boys' 1500m 4:25.29
- Alton Freeman - Junior Boys' 1500m 4:58.53
- Cody Mackin - 13 years Boys' Discus 28.09m
Cross Country
Last Thursday we had a number of students compete at the NSWCIS Cross Country Championships at the Equestrian Centre. The results were as follows:
- Vincent Helm 27/59
- Alton Freeman 18/63
- Keeden Harrison 9/63
- Rose Nicholas 29/63
- Jessica Harris 34/58
- Zach Ivery 40/63
- Amelie Hugo 21/51
- Otto Merry 35/60
- Tarana Stubenrauch 27/59
- Jett Fendall 22/57
- Casper Larkin 5/57
- William Zakis 34/60
Congratulations to Keeden Harrison (Year 8) and Casper Larkin (Year 12) who have qualified to represent NSWCIS at the NSW All Schools Cross Country on 21st July.
House Sport
House sport will be held on the last day of Term 2 (23rd June). Please ensure you bring your books for Periods 1-3 and wear your sports uniform to school, including your House shirt.
Athletics Carnival
The ISA Athletics Carnival will be held in Term 3. The team list will be put on the noticeboard prior to the end of term so please ensure you check what events you have qualified for.
Dogs Onsite
This is a reminder that dogs are not permitted onsite unless they are service dogs. We have had a number of parents and students ignoring this rule of late. There are a number of signs as you come into the school to remind you of this. Thank you for your cooperation.
Saturday Sport Fixtures: Saturday, 17th June
Mrs Megan Harris
Head of Sport