Sport News

Round 3 saw our first home fixtures of the season against Iona College, which always proves to be a competitive day of sport through the years, divisions and sports. We thank Iona for their sportsmanship and shared commitment to quality sporting experiences. You may not know this but Iona and Marist share a history with us both being Catholic schools of French origin. With this history in mind when we play Iona annually, in addition to the AIC competition points, our firsts teams are competing for the annual Mere de Dieu Cup, which is the aggregate wins and losses across all the premiership sports throughout the year. This year Iona were ahead at the end of Term 2 2-1 after winning the volleyball, with cricket and AFL washed out, Term 2 was shared with Iona winning the rugby 17-14 and Marist the football 4-0. Last weekend saw Marist win the basketball 73-60 and tennis 6-2, and Iona won the rugby league 22-10 which sees the Mere de Dieu Cup shared for 2024. 

This for me is the true essence of schoolboy sport, tough, intense, competitive sport, played in a positive spirit and genuine rivalry and competition. Well done to all our first teams. We will be back again next year bigger and better.

Last weekend saw the 1st V take on Iona in the Champagnat Centre in a rare Friday night match. A huge home crowd cheered the boys home for a terrific win and the best atmosphere seen in the gym in a long time. Thank you to Mr Lambourne for organizing and Iona and the AIC for accommodating this special event.     

The 1st XIII were gallant and brave going down to an excellent Iona side at Padua on Saturday afternoon with much to be positive from the game and all still to play for in the weeks ahead. The 1st IV tennis boys kept up their perfect start to the season with a comprehensive 6-2 win, and are looking forward to the challenge of St Peters this weekend in a potential gold medal match. 

Our hockey team continues its assault on the Brisbane Schoolboys Hockey Competition in 2024 with both teams doing well last week with the seniors winning 4-1 against Brisbane Grammar and the Boarders team drawing 2-2 with St Patricks College. Thank you to Ms Kathryn Badini for your leadership and passion for hockey at Marist. 

Last Monday our golf team took on the best of the AIC at Keperra Country Club in the annual AIC Golf Championship. On a very cold morning, some terrific golf was played. Ambrose Treacy won the net, Iona won the gross and Iona and St Pats shared the individual gross with Ambrose Treacy winning the net individual. The Marist boys competed well on the day. Well done to competitors Finn Connolly, Jackson Williams, Thomas Williams, Will Nickelson and Hugh Ambrose. Thank you to Mr Schrader for organizing and managing the team.     

This weekend sees Marist travel to St Peters Lutheran College in basketball and tennis, with junior teams at home, and rugby league teams playing St Peters and Ambrose Treacy. Good luck to our volleyball teams competing in the Queensland Schools Volleyball Cup this weekend on the Gold Coast, our 1st XI competing in the Uhlsport Cup quarter-final on Wednesday and our chess teams participating in the Brisbane North Secondary Schools Tournament next Monday.

Four C’s For Sport

I am a big believer in process. You will rarely (never) see me being demonstrative or aggressive or emotional on the sidelines at sport, either as an administrator or as a coach. Firstly, it is not my nature, but more importantly, from my playing days, my coaching experiences and now in administration, I am a firm believer that to be successful in sport the work needs to be done in the lead-up. Gameday is for the players. Winston Churchill-style speeches rarely work, and if a coach is relying on them on a regular basis questions should be asked about their training and preparation.

I will give you an example of preparation and outcome. Without trying to embarrass him, our 1st XI football team were not favourites to win the AIC premiership, but Mr Whitlock came on board this year as head coach and had a clear plan, he built relationships to work with the players, he drove the standards and expectations from day one and he was flexible enough to adapt where it was needed. The rest as they say was history and we fought out a terrific campaign to secure the premiership.

For me, our programs should be built on four principles for sporting performance: concentration, confidence, control and commitment, and they are often underpinned by one single C…courage. We as coaches and teachers need to develop these attributes within the boys, and boys need to give of themselves to allow us. Concentration is about being focused- at training that is on the work, developing the skills (mental and physical) to perform the attributes required for that sport or activity. Confidence comes from knowing you have the skills and ability to execute under pressure. Control can take many forms, for us control is executing the skill but doing it regardless of the situation, and also in maintaining control of yourself regardless of what is going on around you, regardless of the provocations and noise that can happen in competitive sport. Commitment is vital in getting better and dedicating to hard work, putting the team before self, and the requirements of the role being asked to perform over any personal desires or rewards. They all come together to form courage. The courage to play front foot…to play with freedom…to lose…to win…to make mistakes…to take extraordinary risk.

An example of the 4 C’s in action worth checking on YouTube is our own Old Boy John Eales, in the last minute of a Bledisloe Cup match in New Zealand in 2000 with Australia 2 points behind, the cup on the line, and he never looked like missing. Confidence in his ability to execute, concentration to remove the noise around him, commitment through dedicated practice over many years, control to take the emotion out of the situation and the courage under extreme pressure, the whole country on his shoulders, to get the job done. Australia has won one match in New Zealand since, losing 27. The 4 C’s in action. A more recent example includes Kaylee McKeown at the Olympics who achieved the incredible double double gold, defending both her gold medals from Tokyo recently in the pool in Paris. 

AFL Umpires Course

AFL are offering a schools umpires course on Tuesday 27 August 4:00pm-6:00pm. Competitions available will include CaSSSA in Term 4 and AIC in Term 1 as well as club AFL. 

Location: AFL Queensland Administration and Training Centre, Cansdale Street, Yeronga.

RSVP by Sunday 18 August

To register complete the form at https://forms.office.com/r/cdwd4pR9iy

Student Achievements

Rugby

Congratulations to Mr Chris Daykin (coach) and Peter Chan (Year 9) and Ike Rowland (Year 9) who were part of the Met North U15 rugby union team that won the Queensland School Sport titles recently.

Swimming

Huge congratulations to Noah Magoffin (Year 11) who won gold and broke the Australian School Sport record for the 16 years 200m freestyle, breaking the record set by Paris medalist Elijah Winnington.

Hockey

Ms Kathryn Badini - Coordinator

Wednesday afternoon and our 1st VI faced Brisbane Boys Grammar. The game started with what was probably has been the goal of the season when new player, Frank Piper (Year 12), from the backline, was able to hit the ball straight into the left-hand corner. A textbook goal. Once again, however, we came off at half-time only 1-nil up, and then early in the second half, Grammar equalised. Luckily, our boys were unfazed and responded with a flurry of goals: Luke Keir (Year 7) being patient in the circle, Isaac Pratt (Year 12) scored off a penalty stroke, and Fletcher, our fullback-turned-striker, capitalising off a short corner. Harry Lunn (Year 11) also deserves recognition for his solid defence. Final result: 4–1 to Marist.

The success didn’t stop there. Our boarder's team has become stronger every week, evidenced by their 2-all draw against St Patrick’s College on Friday night – honestly, with an extra 30 seconds it might have even been a complete upset. A special shout out to our goalie Luca Martinuzzi who made some mighty saves, including his first penalty stroke (where one attacker takes on the goalie), and Tyrell Wombly who, on debut, ended up scoring off a short corner, drawing the game for us. I think the Br Terence dorm is still celebrating that moment. 

Track and Field

Mr Richard Graham – Director of Rugby / Track and Field

Mr Rob Martin – Head Coach, Track and Field

Internal Mini Meet #2

It was great to see another large contingent of Marist Track and Field squad members turn up to compete in the second “Internal Mini Meet” last Friday.

In pursuit of the College’s 10th successive AIC Championship, the afternoon of events included a mix of running, throwing and jumping events. The list of events included

1. 100m / 200m / 800m 
2. Discus and javelin
3. Triple jump and long jump 

Some notable performances included:

Jumps 

• Jack Mahuru with some good jumping breaking 12m+ in Triple jump (16 years)
• Theo Calder continuing to build for the season ahead with 11.32m in the Triple Jump (14 years) 

Sprints

• Great 100m runs by Jayden Graham and Hugh Sutton (12 years) running well against each other pushing their limits
• Will Berry and Nate Griffin doing great work in the 100m 13 years with Christian O'Reilly solid also in the 200m
• Aidan Warbrooke ran a fantastic time in the Open 100m
• Connor Campbell (15 years) a fast controlled 400m run on McMahon with Guy De Putron (14 years) chasing hard

Middle Distance

• Tom Grinham and Jacob Keogh had fine runs in the Open 800m with Ben Flanagan (14 years) running aggressively and Abe Patricks (12 years) running a classy time on the grass track at McMahon Oval

Throws

• Hugo Russo (12 years) continues to throw and improve in Javelin with 23m+ and Isaiah Burgess also improving in Open Javelin improving our depth in the event
• Isaiah Burgess also showing great value in the shot put
• Harry Eccelstone, Lachlan Patterson and Aiden O’Reilly all doing well across 15 years throws showing great training transferring to good competition performances

These were just a small number of notable performances. We look forward to seeing boys compete again this Friday before a large contingent of them head to the Met North competition.

Thanks to all the coaching staff who joined in to make it a great meet and continue their support of the students as we build into the season.

Internal Mini Meet #3

Reminder that this Friday is the third and last Internal Mini Meet for 2024. These are important events for students to continue to develop in competition environments.

ALL students are welcome!

The meet will be held on Friday 9 August on McMahon Oval and Hayden Oval. The competition will start at 3:20pm and be concluded by 5:00pm. The schedule of events will include –

1.     Track events – 100m / 400m / 800m / 1500m

2.     Field events – High jump / Triple jump

3.     Throw events – Discuss / Javelin / Shot put

Please see the Marist app for the event schedule and note the specific events for Primary and Secondary students. 

Term 3 T&F Meets

Selection for the Marist AIC Track and Field Championship team has well and truly started. For all students wishing to earn a spot on the team, the remaining Track and Field Meets in Term 3 are –

Friday 9 August – Internal Mini Meet #3 (Marist)

Thursday 22 August – AIC Practice Meet #1 (SAF – State Athletics Facility)

Wednesday 28 August – AIC Practice Meet #2 (SAF – State Athletics Facility)

Thursday 5 September – AIC Practice Meet #3 (SAF – State Athletics Facility)

Wednesday 11 September – AIC Practice Meet #4 (SAF – State Athletics Facility)

It would be great to see all students wishing to be a part of the team to attend as many meets as possible.

Safety Notice – Hayden Oval

Thank you to everyone for their support with this. It has made the training sessions a lot safer and a lot more enjoyable. 

Could I ask everyone to remain focussed on safety when Track and Field training is on Hayden Oval? Discus, shot put and javelin training is Monday and Wednesday afternoons.

At any time you are walking across Hayden Oval or wanting to enter the tennis courts area, please adhere to the following safety guidelines: 

Look for Bunting, Signs, and Witches Hats: These markers are placed to indicate restricted areas.

Safe Route: To move between the bus stop and tennis courts, please use the road up to the new primary building and the stairs closest to the tennis shed. Please do not walk across Hayden Oval. 

Your cooperation is essential in ensuring everyone's safety during training sessions. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Track and Field Camp (Thursday 12 – Saturday 14 September)

We are excited to announce that the annual Track and Field camp will be held from Thursday, September 12 to Saturday, September 14. Due to an international event scheduled at Runaway Bay, this year the camp will take place at the Sleeman Sports Complex (Chandler) and the University of Queensland athletics track.

Due to capped numbers, the Track and Field camp will be by invitation only. However, we are pleased to offer additional opportunities for day training sessions and afternoon meets this year.

Invitations for the camp will be sent out in Week 7 and Week 8 of this term. We look forward to another fantastic camp and thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for our Track and Field program.

Track and Field Uniform

A reminder that the DRESS CODE for all T&F training sessions is as per the 2024 Track and Field Handbook. MCA sports shirts / Marist T&F singlet, Marist sports shorts, and white or blue socks.

For competitive events including Internal Mini Meets, the DRESS CODE is as per the 2024 Track and Field Handbook. Marist T&F singlet, Marist sports shorts, and white or blue socks.

It is important we get this right now as we have a mini meet this Friday afternoon here at the College, and we will be competing in the AIC Championship AS A TEAM wearing this uniform.

Track and Field Handbook

Please see the Marist app for the 2024 Track and Field Handbook.

The Handbook includes the relevant Track and Field information for students and parents / guardians. If you have any further questions, please contact Mr Richard Graham.

Marist Track and Field – Sunday Sessions

This year, Marist College with be looking to win its 10th successive AIC Track and Field Championship. To be successful, a lot of planning, commitment and effort goes into the program across the calendar year.

For all students wanting to train, Mr Rob Martin will continue to run his usual Sunday sessions. Please see below details - 

WHEN: Sunday afternoons

WHERE: Hayden Oval

TIME: 3:15-4:45pm 

DRESS: Marist sport shirt, Marist sports shorts, white or blue socks.

Marist Track and Field – Social Media 

@marist_ashgrove_sports

Marist College has continued to showcase incredible moments in Track and Field again this year, from Year 5 victories to exceptional feats by our Year 12 students, all vividly captured on our social media pages.

Follow us and stay up-to-date with Marist Track and Field on Instagram - @marist_ashgrove_sports

Rugby Union

Mr Richard Graham – Director of Rugby / Track and Field

Marist Rugby Union – Social Media 

@marist_ashgrove_rugby

In 2024, the College continues to deliver some wonderful rugby memories through our social media pages. From the smallest bumblebees in Year 5 through to the biggest bumblebees in Year 12, all of it is captured in wonderful colour.

To stay connected with Marist Rugby and with all the program’s achievements, please follow our Instagram page @marist_ashgrove_rugby

Swimming

James Boyce - Director of Swimming

Our swimming program has witnessed some remarkable performances in the past few weeks, with six of our swimmers competing at the Australian School Nationals. We're incredibly proud of their efforts!

Achievements at the Nationals

• Tomas Fitzpatrick: Achieved 5th place in the Boys 13 Years 100m Backstroke and 6th in the 50m Backstroke.
• Noah Magoffin: Crowned the Australian Schools Champion with a new Australian Schools record of 1:52.84 in the Boys 16 Years 200m Freestyle, which is also a new Marist College Swimming record—outstanding work, Noah!
• Sam Mapledoram: Took 7th place in the Boys 14 Years 50m Freestyle.
• Josh Mason: Finished 8th in the Boys 16 Years 100m Breaststroke.
• Nicholas Osborn: Showed versatility with 7th place in the Boys 14 Years 50m Butterfly, 9th in the 200m Freestyle, and 5th in the 100m Freestyle.
• Daniel Sadimenko: Excelled with 4th in the Boys 11 Years 100m Backstroke and 5th in the 50m Freestyle.

Looking Ahead

• We are excited to cheer for our swimmers competing in the upcoming Queensland State Short Course Championships. Good luck to Thomas Bedggood, Tomas Fitzpatrick, Ed Heenan, Rocco Holmes, James Leigh, Oliver Leigh, Noah Magoffin, Sam Mapledoram, Luca Martinuzzi, Bas Martinuzzi, Josh Mason, Archer Mellifont, Ryan Mullin, Jack Nightingale, Nicholas Osborn, Hugo Russo, Max Russo, Daniel Sadimenko, Ronan Sadimenko, Bailey Skinner, Jackson Skinner, Lachie Vink, and Ed Wild!

Special Mention

• James Leigh recently trained at the Australian Institute of Sport in the LA Dreaming Camp and was selected for the Queensland Flippers team. Congratulations on this fantastic achievement!

Term 3 Swimming Lessons

• We have openings for Term 3! If you're interested in diving back into the water and getting ready for Term 4, please email swim@marash.qld.edu.au to secure your spot.

Basketball

Mr John Lambourne - Basketball Coordinator

Marist Basketball – Round 2 vs Padua College

Marist College Ashgrove 1st V

Marist 96 – Padua 81 

1st V Coach’s Report – Mr James Lidstone

After a disappointing start to the season and facing some early season adversity, the group was keen to make amends.

The first quarter saw Padua come out of the gates hard. They got to the middle with ease, they pushed the ball up the floor for easy baskets and proved that they were going to make us work for the whole game. When we executed, we looked good and got the baskets we wanted. The first three quarters saw Padua holding a slight lead, we struggled to find our rhythm and lock in defensively. We had no troubles scoring the ball with Harry Cook, Austin Beaman and Matt Gibson keeping the scoreboard ticking over. Jacob Cook provided some great minutes off the bench, grabbing some massive boards on both ends of the court. The boys knew it was going to be a grind it out kind of game and to their credit, in the fourth quarter, knuckled down and played some great team defence, forcing turnovers and only giving them one shot possessions.

Padua played incredibly well but could not keep up with us for the whole forty minutes. Although everyone who played contributed in some way, Matt Gibson was instrumental in the win, guiding us through the game before taking over late in the fourth and finishing with a game high 39 points. We have a massive game against undefeated Iona this Friday night at Ashgrove. We would love to pack the Champagnat Centre out for our first home game of the year. 

1st V Captain’s Report – Matt Gibson

In a pulsating encounter, Marist emerged victorious over Padua in a game that showcased both teams' competitive spirit and skill. From the start, Padua stunned Marist with a fiery offensive display, quickly taking the lead and putting Marist on the defensive. Their aggressive play and sharp shooting initially seemed to overwhelm Marist, setting the stage for a tense and closely contested match.

Knowing the importance of this game, Marist dug deep and showcased the high-level basketball that the team is capable of. The turning point came through the exceptional leadership and performance of Harry Cook and myself. Harry was a defensive force, with multiple crucial blocks that not only thwarted Padua’s scoring opportunities but also energized our team. His vocal encouragement and defensive prowess were pivotal in shifting momentum.

On the offensive end, with myself playing a crucial role, scoring 39 points and embodying a never-give-up attitude. The game was a battle of endurance, skill, and determination, and every point scored and defensive stand made was a testament to the team's resilience.

As the game progressed, Marist’s tactical adjustments and relentless effort began to take their toll on Padua. The tight contest saw both teams exchanging leads and momentum, but Marist’s ability to execute under pressure made the difference. In the end, Marist’s grit and high-level basketball were evident, sealing a hard-fought win.

The victory not only highlights Marist’s potential but also underscores our determination to succeed in challenging situations.

Marist Basketball – Round 3 vs Iona College

Marist College Ashgrove 1st V

Marist 73 – Iona 60

MVP – Harry Cook

1st V Coach’s Report – James Lidstone

The boys were treated to the privilege of playing Friday night basketball and the crowd and atmosphere didn’t disappoint. We started the game of very well, trading baskets with Iona, our ball movement against their pressured zone got us plenty of good looks. The first half was very tight, with each team going on runs. Some sharp shooting from Austin Beaman helped keep the scoreboard ticking over while Harry Cook defended the paint with multiple blocked shots and defensive rebounds. Baxter Thompson was inserted into the game and brought a heap of physicality that helped lift the teams energy. Jack Forrester found his range with a few triples and his ability to grab rebounds he had no right in getting proved vital. Start of the fourth and our offseason work shown through, grinding Iona down the longer the game went. Matt Gibson did a great job of controlling the tempo down the stretch and making sure we got the looks we were after including knocking down a big three to ice the game and some free throws from Jack Riley pushed it out to a 13pt win. We want to thank everyone who helped organise Friday night, the boys certainly had a great time and enjoyed the night. Off to Indooroopilly next week to keep the momentum going.

1st V Captain’s Report – Matt Gibson

In an electrifying Friday night matchup, Marist College Ashgrove emerged victorious over Iona College in a fiercely contested basketball game. The clash was marked by a thrilling back-and-forth battle, with neither team able to pull away until the final moments.

From the outset, the game was a high-intensity affair. Both teams exchanged leads with relentless energy, showcasing their skills on both ends of the court. The atmosphere was charged, with Marist’s supporters creating a sea of blue in the stands. Their enthusiastic cheers and chants proved to be a powerful force, giving Marist the extra push they needed to secure the win.

Austin Beaman was a standout performer for Marist, leading the team with 19 points. His ability to penetrate Iona’s defence and make clutch shots was crucial. Jack Forrester also played a vital role, contributing 18 points and delivering key baskets that kept Marist in the game during critical moments.

On the defensive end, Harry Cook was instrumental. His role as the defensive anchor was evident as he dominated the boards, blocked shots, and disrupted Iona’s offensive flow. Cook’s tenacity and leadership on defence were key in containing Iona’s scoring threats and providing Marist with the stability they needed.

As the game neared its conclusion, the competitive nature intensified with both teams fighting hard for every point. Despite Iona’s strong performance, it was the combination of Marist’s standout individual efforts and the unwavering support from their fans that made the difference. The crowd’s energy seemed to propel Marist forward, especially during crucial phases of the game.

In the end, Marist College Ashgrove’s resilience, bolstered by stellar performances from Beaman, Forrester, and Cook, along with the fervent support from the stands, led to a hard-fought victory. This game will be remembered for its high stakes, passionate fan base, and the collective effort that drove Marist to triumph.

Tennis

Mr Andrew Ward - Director of Tennis

Welcome to news from the week of tennis.

I would like to begin by expressing my awe at the spectacular achievement of two remarkable players who secured gold for Australia in the men’s doubles. John Peers and Mark Ebdom Hats off to these 36-year-olds who not only clinched the gold but also had the privilege of sharing this historic moment with their families and young children. A truly fantastic effort and a match that was a delight to watch!

Speaking of history in the making, our 1st IV team continues their undefeated streak as they strive to become the first team in over a decade to win the AIC. Thus far, we've triumphed over Villa, Padua, and Iona, securing the top spot on the table. Now, we face St Peters in a winner-takes-all showdown this Saturday. Both teams are undefeated and eager to claim victory in this pivotal matchup.

Our boys have been phenomenal this season, embracing victory with grace and humility. Each match has had a friendly, competitive spirit, with our boys forging important friendships along the way.

Last Saturday, all our teams aimed to give their best and secure wins for their year level and school. I am pleased to announce that Marist prevailed over Iona, winning 14 out of 16 matches. Teams that remain undefeated through three rounds include the 1st IV, 2nd IV, 10B, 9A, 9B, 8B, 7B, 6B, 5A, and 5B. Our B teams across all year levels have been particularly impressive, all still undefeated.

This indicates two things about Marist’s tennis program: first, we have a strong contingent of young men pushing each other to make the first team, resulting in a stronger tennis club overall. Second, our boys are genuinely enjoying the programs and lessons set by the coaches, leading to noticeable improvement across all year levels.

While we aspire to win every year level in both the A and B teams each week, as coaches, we find joy in witnessing the players' improvement. This drives us to share our knowledge and strive to be the best team we can be.

Coach’s Report

A quick shout out for two boys who had the weight of a whole team on their shoulders.

Hugh Ambrose and Jackson Skinner in the vital last doubles match needing to win for their team. 10A team has had some very close loses and this match was pivotal to getting their season back on track. 0-3 down we all thought they were gone, but with a point-by-point attitude the boys fought back. Next thing we knew it was 3-3  and time for the deciding tie breaker. The boys did not miss a beat winning in style to secure their first victory for the year. Well done to both of you. The atmosphere was electric with the few who stayed to watch getting to share in something special.

A big shout out also to our 9A team who are currently the only A team left undefeated.

This year we have decided to acknowledge the achievements of teams and individuals with the Donut award.

This will be the team and the individual who secures the most 0 scores in their matches. I will put out the top 5 teams each week plus the top 5 individuals each week as well.

Remember the boys play 3 matches each maximum so through 4 matches here are the leaders. Our First team play 4 each week.

Team Donuts

Year 5A   -   29 Donuts

1st IV        -    22 Donuts

10B         -     21 Donuts

7B           -     21 Donuts

5B           -     20 Donuts

9A          -     19 Donuts

Individual Donuts

Chase Richardson    -    11 Donuts     5A

Ted Jorgenson            -     10 Donuts     5B

Jed Fegan                     -        8 Donuts    10B

Hamish Davidson     -        8 Donuts   1st IV

Fletcher Wessling    -        7 Donuts    1st IV

Donuts are worked out each win +1 and loss -1 to get a Donut total.

1st IV Captain’s Report by Henry Lambley - Captain of  AIC Tennis

This week, we played our first home game of the season against our toughest opponents yet, Iona. The first two doubles left us at 1-1, with Hamish and I securing a convincing 6-0 win, while Lachie and Fletcher fell in a tiebreak against Iona’s top pairing.

Hamish once again dazzled with an outstanding 6-1, 6-0 win at number two. I fought valiantly but lost 6-4, 6-3 in the number one spot. Fletcher and Lachie delivered strong performances, winning their singles matches 6-2, 6-2, and 6-3, 6-1, respectively. The final two doubles were also victories for us, resulting in a strong 6-2 win overall.

This stellar performance against traditionally tough opponents highlights the team’s quality and improvement. This week, we face St Peters, the only other undefeated team, in a crucial match. A win would position us strongly to secure our first premiership in 13 years. We urge as many of you as possible to come out to St Peters to support us in what promises to be the biggest match for Marist tennis this year.

Marist Doubles Championships

The Marist Championships are fast approaching and students who wish to play need to send an email to mcatennis@marash.qld.edu.au with their partners name to enter. Tournament starts next Monday and Tuesday straight after school.

This is for both Junior Primary and open senior events. We expect to see every boy who plays AIC enter and get some experience in playing against higher standard players and help improve your game. Players who do not qualify for main draw finals will be entered into a repechage tournament.

All players will be feed with a sausage sizzle both days. Tournament entry is free.

Parents, please keep sending photos of players for our library of photos you would like to share. These moments are for all to share, and we would love to use these at the end of season.

Good luck and let the best team win.