Sport News

Mr Derek Lennon

College App

The College has released a new College app for parents - Parent Orbit app. For sport, there are positives and a few challenges with this transfer. The positives in the long run will significantly outweigh the problems.

Change is always challenging as we get used to new ways of doing things. I aim to outline some key points to help understand where to find information.

Benefits

The app is a mobile phone version of Parent Lounge and across our systems (Student Café and Parent Lounge) there is synergy and consistency of information and its delivery.
When we communicate through Parent Orbit (once it is up and running and teams have been selected) we can target notifications down to the individual team level. So as an example, if we cancel a training session for the 8A rugby team the notice will only go to the 8A rugby parents. This means notifications parents receive will only be information specific to you.
By using the College student management system (of which Parent Lounge / Parent Orbit is a part) we can ensure that all registered players are allocated to teams, meaning that (thankfully) we will very rarely accidentally leave off a student from a team list.
The information is behind an authenticated login, meaning all information, including student names on lists, are private to the relevant community.
Training sessions for boys will appear on their eDiary in Student Café meaning they can see their commitments as well as any changes or cancellations.
Roll marking at training will be the same as any classroom lesson and these will be saved.
As players move up or down teams the information that is displayed (game information, training details, match venues) will automatically be updated on the Parent Orbit app when staff make the change so the information you see is accurate and up to date.

Challenges

The information we need to communicate is managed by staff in Teacher Kiosk and flows through to Parent Lounge / Parent Orbit and Student Cafe so everyone is seeing the same information disseminated in a slightly different way. Parents via Parent Orbit and Parent Lounge and the Students via Student Cafe, therefore unlike the old app, students cannot see this information in app form.
The information in the app is set up in activities, therefore a student must be enrolled in the activity for the parent to see the information.
Extra offerings (such as representative sport and gymnasium sessions) are not able to be promoted like we used to on the app.

Solutions

When staff post a notification on Parent Lounge, they will email the students directly as well. Students are encouraged to have their college email address on their mobile device with notifications enabled as this is how they access information.
We have opened registration for all Term 1 and Term 2 activities now. All boys who are interested in playing a sport in these terms need to ensure they are registered as soon as possible. Instructions for registration are attached. This is the only way to gain access to information such as handbooks, calendars and notifications as we release them.
Representative sport opportunities will be published each term in the College newsletter and in the daily notices. A group is being created for the gym so boys can access information about gym sessions.

This is going to be a challenging period for us all as we adjust to the changes. Once we identify all the problems and work through solutions, I am confident that this change will be a positive one for us all.

Student Achievements

Basketball

Congratulations to Harry Cook and Matt Pegg. The 1st V squad members were both selected for the U/18 Basketball State Program Development Squad. They are two of the 30 athletes selected. This is a wonderful achievement for the boys, and we wish them well on their journey.

Cricket

Cricket Coordinator – Mr Andrew Catton

Welcome to the new season of AIC Cricket at Marist Ashgrove College. There is a lot of work going on behind the scenes to make the 2025 Cricket enjoyable and beneficial for all participants. There is already a significant amount of interest to play next year with over 200 boys having already signed on.

Sign On

2025 Cricket Season sign-on is now available in Parent Lounge or Student Cafe.

All students interested in playing Cricket in 2025 are encouraged to Sign On ASAP.

Thank you to those who have already done so.

Coaching Positions

We are currently in a very healthy position in relation to Coaching appointments for 2025 and expect them to be announced in the next week. We do have some vacancies available for anyone interested in coaching. To receive more information, please click the link below and complete the form.

https://forms.office.com/r/114dmuXh0k

Umpires Course

The next AIC Cricket Umpires Course will be held at Marist Ashgrove College in the Tower Building Function Centre on Thursday 24 October 24 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm.

This course is open to parents and students, including those graduating this year.

The purpose of this course is to increase the pool of umpires available to stand in Year 10, 1st XI and 2nd XI Cricket matches in 2025.

Contact Eddie Wallace for more information via ewallace@aicsport.com.au

Sign On - https://bit.ly/QCumpiring2425

Holiday Clinics

Keep an eye on Parent Lounge and Student Café. We are looking forward to releasing information in relation to our upcoming Cricket camps set to take place in the Christmas holidays soon.

Term 4 Specialist Sessions

Marist Cricket is pleased to be offering two skill-specific specialist programs for the remainder of Term 4.

Commencing in Week 5 for four weeks, 1st XI Coach, Mr Michael Abbott will be delivering four Fast/Medium Pace Bowling Specific Sessions on Wednesday mornings. These sessions are open to any boys wanting to improve their skills in this discipline.

Also commencing in Week 5 for four weeks, former QLD Bulls player, Mr Brett Henschell, will be delivering Spin Specific Sessions on Friday mornings. These sessions are open to any boys wanting to improve their skills in this discipline.

Numbers are limited to 16 for each of these programs at a cost of $100 per participant.

To sign up and secure your spot, please visit Parent Lounge/Student Café.

All boys who wish to participate in this program must be signed up for Cricket first.

Term 4 Training

Term 4 Training will commence in Week 4 (next week). The schedule as it currently stands is below. Years 5 and 6 will be added in due course.

Please note that the Year levels referred to are 2025-year levels.

Tennis

Mrs Jade Ritchie - Tennis Coordinator

Welcome to Week 3!

Marist Singles Tournament

Last Friday, our Singles Tournament had an exciting final between Fletcher W and Lachlan B, with Fletcher coming out on top.

The Continental Clinic

Join us for our first-ever specific practice clinic.

Is your child having trouble with their serving, volleys and smashes?

Or maybe they're ready to take the next level within the context of the Continental grip.

Either way, this clinic is for you!

Pricing

Existing members $20.00

Non-members $25.00

When: Monday 11 November - 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

This clinic is open to MCA and non-MCA students.

Track and Field

Mr Richard Graham – Director of Rugby / Track and Field

Mr Rob Martin – Head Coach, Track and Field

QSS All Schools Track and Field Championships

On a very busy 4 day meet with conditions ranging from storms, swirling winds to extreme heat, MCA Track and field was represented well in the Met North team. The squad ended up with 12 medals in total with a great deal more close to placings and finals. Well done to the entire team for their good work.

Thanks to the coaches supporting at different times across the weekend and 4 days of the meet including Mr Eric Brown. Mr Tim Castley, Mr Des Davis, and Old Boy Coach Mr. Lee Martin and the various parents who assisted in taking some of the athletes to and from the event each day.

MEDALS - DAY 1-4

Day 1

Isaac Roach - Gold 18-19 Triple - a great start to the meet with our seniors leading the way
Ben Caughley - Bronze 18-19 Triple - excellent to see Ben back up also with a medal in this strong Open age comp
Hayden Lockhart - Silver Triple - Personal best of 12.55m setting up well for possible Nationals qualification
Asher Parkin - Silver 3k in another fast sub 9 min time.

Day 2

Connor Campbell - Silver 200m Hurdles - fastest time in over 12 months
Joel Drew - Gold 400m - Ran well in challenging conditions to win the Open 400m event and close out his track season
Harry Prole - Silver 1500m - another strong run from Harry who ran several 800-1500 heats and finals across weekend

Day 3

Asher Parkin Gold Steeplechase - building on his athletics CV for 2024
Connor Campbell - Bronze 100m Hurdles - in a Personal best time

Day 4

Asher Parkin Silver 1500m - 17 Years (confirming possible school record)
Isaiah Burgess - Big Personal Best - 15.89m Shot put Silver medal 17 years
Aiden O'Reilly - Big Personal Best 45.49m - Bronze medal

A good return from the weekend -12 medals in total for Marist athletes.

A few other excellent positions from athletes as well as some great runs just missing out on finals or podium positions including:

Xavier Simms - Finalist in 100m/200m Open age group
Jono Kirk - 16 Yrs Shot Put 5th place
Sania Elisala - Long Jump 14 yrs - 5th overall - 100m(Heat)
Nate Griffin - Competed across 13 Yrs Long Jump/Triple Jump/200m
Joe Jackson - Finalist 110m hurdles
Lyndon Maynard Finalist - equal 5th High Jump - 16 yrs
Jack Mahuru Finalist High Jump/Triple Jump - 16 yrs
Isaac Pratt - 17 Yrs 1500m(semi)
Riley Hansel - Finalist 15 Yrs High Jump
Hayden Lockhart - 14 yrs finalist (100m and also 100m Hurdles(PB))
Connor Campbell - 15 yrs 400m finalist(PB)
Isaiah Burgess - Finalist 17 years Javelin
Charlie Campion - 14 yrs 100m Hurdles (semi)
Shea Caminiti - 13 yrs 90mh (Finalist - 5th place)
Ben Flanagan - 14 yrs 800m/1500m (semi)
Xavier Hunter - 14 Yrs 1500m runner (Semi)
Zac Milligan - 15 yrs 3000m finalist
Theo Calder - 14 yrs finalist triple jump
Darcy Frazier - 13 yrs 400m (Final qualified)/800m(semi)

Congratulations to all MCA athletes participating in Met North colors at the Qld Schools State Titles. Some great performances backing up after AIC the week before.

QLD ATHLETICS ALL SCHOOLS (Nationals Qualification)

Note for all athletes 12-17 Years -> The QLD Athletics titles All Schools will also come up late in Oct/start of Nov (Oct 31-Nov3) for those wishing to experience another state titles with Top 2 placings able to qualify for Nationals in Brisbane December 2024.

Athletes can simply nominate with a base membership and represent in Marist uniform.
We will also be looking at National Schools Challenge squads.
A pathways email has been sent to those in the squad to explain how to nominate here and for rest of club season.
Please contact Mr Martin (robin.martin@bigpond.com) or Mr Graham for any queries.

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.

Marist Rugby Union

Mr Richard Graham – Director of Rugby / Track and Field

Scrum Ready Program

Year 5-10 rugby union front row forwards. Any students who play in the front row are invited to the Scrum Ready Program. The sessions begin tomorrow and will be run by Mr Doug Perrers and Mr James Trebbin.

The aim of the training sessions is to educate students on key strengthening exercises, correct technique and the ability to maintain a safe, strong and stable body position.

WHEN: Wednesday 16 October – Wednesday 13 November

TIME: 3:30pm-4:45pm

WHERE: Des Connor Park, Field 5

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

OTHER GEAR: Rugby boots and a drink bottle

The five weeks will consist of:

Core and body strengthening exercises
Solo with no opposition – on knees
Solo with no opposition – on feet
Solo against a machine/tackle bag
1 v 1 / 3 v 3 body shape.

Students should complete the program with knowledge that will allow them to continue their own training across the remainder of Term 4 and into the school holidays.

Term 4 – Preseason Training

An optional five-week preseason rugby union training block has begun for current Year 9-11 students. It's an excellent opportunity for students to improve their skills and conditioning both on the field and in the gym.

Field sessions will be led by Mr Richard Graham, Mr Chris Daykin, Mr Charlie Taylor, Mr Paddy Conn, and Mr James Trebbin. Athletic development will be overseen by the Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, Mr Adam Earnshaw.

The training block will continue until Friday 8 November. Thanks to those who have already joined and are pushing themselves this term!

NOTE – For those students trialling and preparing for Term 1 sports, Friday morning is the only session available to attend.

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