Sports Desk

2XU Wellness Run

Congratulations to all CSPS participants and supporters of our CSPS team. In what WILL become an annual event at CSPS it was pleasing to hear that Roman Surkis received a personal phone call from Beyond Blue in recognition of his fundraising efforts. Congratulations Roman on completing your first half marathon and well done to all participants in making it such a memorable day.

“The Wellness Run was fun because I had so many people cheering me on and I’m so proud on what place I came and what time I did the run in. I would recommend this run for other CSPS kids next year.” Charlotte (Year 3)

“The Wellness Run was one of the best experiences of my life. I’m proud of how I did and how much work I put into it. I really recommend it for other kids. It felt so rewarding at the finish line. The atmosphere at the end was one of joy!” Marley (Year 5)

“The Wellness Run was a wonderful opportunity to get out and get active. It was great to get involved, not only for an important cause but to join with others in the CSPS community.” Miss Reynolds

“It was tiring. It was very fun. I’m pretty sure I got a stich 4 times. I spilt some water on me while I was running. I got a medal at the finish line.” Asher D (Year 2)

“10km is just two parkruns! Also, as it turns out, I can’t drink water and run at the same time.” Miss Kitchen

“The atmosphere was electric!” Mr O’Grady

Year 5/6 Sports Gala Day

“I played ultimate ball. The Gala Day was a great way to end the year for sport. We had two teams that played 5 matches each. The other schools were good competition.” Poppy P (Year 6)

“I played kickball. There was lots of good sportsmanship amongst the teams. It was very competitive. It was fun when some of our team helped another school and played against us.” Olive G (Year 6)

“I played rounders. I thought the teams that we played against were good and challenged us. We won most of our matches although the scores were often close. I think both CSPS rounders teams defeated Lloyd Street which we have found to be difficult opponents during interschool sport.” Addison R (Year 6)

“I was part of the CSPS continuous cricket team. We had a really good time. We played in some good matches. In our last match we defeated Lloyd Street to claim an undefeated day! Nathan S (Year 6)

“It was lots of fun. We tried our best. We beat Lloyd Street. We all took turns to be subs. Isla took many great catches and we scored some awesome touchdowns. Our teamwork was excellent. Sienna B (Year 5)

Rise and Shine Club (Year 6 Camp, 2023)

Well done to these ‘early risers’ who chose to check out the sights of Anglesea for a morning run as part of Year 6 camp. The Rise and Shine run club etiquette of keeping to the left and greeting local runners and walkers with a CSPS ‘GOOD MORNING’ was a great way to start the day. 

CSPS Swimming Trials 2024 

Date – Friday February 9

Venue – GESAC

Who – Year 3-6 students who can swim 50m

This is an opt in event and a reminder for those students that would like the opportunity to represent CSPS at the District Swimming Carnival next year.

Students will have the opportunity to try out for the following events: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke & butterfly. Each event is 50m.

More information will be posted on Compass at the start of the 2024 school year. 

Run Antarctica

Donna Urquhart who recently spoke at a CSPS school assembly is in Punta Arenas, Chile. She is preparing to board her last flight to Antarctica prior to commencing her attempt to break the world record for the longest polar run in Antarctica. For members of the CSPS community who would like to follow Donna’s attempt you can follow her facebook page ‘Run Antarctica’ or visit her website runantartica.com

John Wink

PE Teacher