Physical Education

Hi Families,

I hope you enjoyed a restful break with your families.

Term 4 Dates for the calendar: 

Tuesday 27th October - EMR Basketball (Year 6 boys team)

Thursday 12th November - Afternoon House Sports (12-3pm) at school

We have had a FULL sports load these past few weeks, I thought rather than hear what I thought of the days (as I wasn't able to attend all) I would let the students tell you.

Division & EMR Athletics

On Tuesday 13th October,  28 students went along to the Division Athletics day, it was a great day to watch the students challenged further and giving their all as they competed.  We had 3 successful students that progressed through to the Eastern Regional Finals - Lachie L year 6 in the discus, Petra year 4 in Long Jump and Olivia Y in year 4 in 100m and 200m races. 

Here is some reflections from both Olivia and Petra on their experience at the Regional Athletics on Thursday.

On Thursday 22nd of  October I went to Regional Athletics with mum. It was  held at Knox Athletics Track. I was feeling very excited to do my 2 events. First I ran the 100 m sprint Multi Class and I came a close  2nd, next I did my 200m Multi Class race  and I did extremely well, getting far ahead of the others and finishing  in  1st place. I felt very proud of myself and look forward to competing in State Athletics this Thursday.  - Olivia Y

On the morning of Regional Athletics I had a good start with some cheese toast and fruit for breakfast, then my Grandpa took me to the Knox athletics field .First I went to find Kiarra and Isla who I met at the District long jump. We all did a few practice jumps and then started. I was last again but I still did great . My jump was 2.38m and after we found out everyone's scores,  I was happy that I got first place in my competition and we went to get my medal. -Petra

Division Volleyball

Our year 6 girls and boys volleyball teams headed to Mullum Mullum courts on Friday to participate in the Division volleyball.  There was some hard competition in the Girls comp which meant they unfortunately didn't come away with a win but I am told many memories were made and lots of fun had.  Our boys team just missed out and came 2nd to Livingstone primary. 

Thank you to Monica De Leo and Lisa L for volunteering your time with training sessions in the lead up and then coaching on the day.

Division Cricket

It was a hot one at Elgar Park on Friday for the year 6 and 2 year 5 boys cricket team.  They had some great matches coming away with some wins to get them into the final but unfortunately missed out by 3 runs to make it through to the next finals day.

Thank you to Tim Flintoff and Tom L for taking the boys and volunteering your time to coach the team on the day.

Division Basketball

A great day of competition for the Basketball team, coming away with a win each game and making it through to the finals and winning, which has helped them progress to the Eastern region finals this Tuesday.  I was told they showed great sportsmanship and really worked as a team for this event. Thank you to Tim Conduit who once again volunteered his time to coach the students to the next stage.

EMR Basketball

Congratulations to our year 6 basketball team who are set to play in the Regional tournament tomorrow.  We wish Shelan, Josh, Patrick D, Hugo S, Isla, Harlea, Andre, Darcy and Alexander all the best.  Thank you to Josh Crowe for taking the boys and coaching them this round. 

Bike Ed

On Thursday 15th and Friday 16th of October, the year 4s embarked on their first Bike Education program.  We had Rik from Unlimited Cycling come out on both days and teach road safety on site on the Thursday along with some theory in the classroom and then we had the opportunity to head off site to try their skills on the road.  From all reports they had a wonderful time but I will let some students tell you how they went below.  A huge thank you to Clemi and Ash for assisting on the Friday offsite session.  

On Thursday the  15th and 16th of October, year 4s had Bike Ed. We learnt how to ride our bike correctly and brake safely.  We also learnt  to ride in a line safely by keeping space between each other. After the practice at school, we went on an excursion  around the block riding our bikes and this is something that we overcame on that journey. It was a very awesome time! Something I overcame was going down the big hill with a group and going back up the hill even though it was steep and tiring.  By Kiarra 

Something I overcame was going up a very steep hill even when it was very hard I just had to keep pushing forward. As well as going down such big hills very fast and it was so much fun! And we had great people to support and help us throughout the whole journey. It was very fun and we all had a great time riding with each other. I reckon it was a once in a lifetime experience!!!!!!! 😀  By  Camden 4S

House Sports (Twilight/Afternoon Sports)

This will take place on Thursday 12th November - 12pm - 3pm.  Further details will be sent through soon with an approximate schedule. We are looking forward to a great afternoon, although looking a little different, it will be fun for all!

Have a great week ahead

Stay safe, keep active

Catherine Wall

Health and Physical Education Teacher

Sport Coordinator