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Sport News Week 6

Big Day at the Diocesan Cross Country! 

Last Friday, 26 of our fantastic students travelled to Barraba to compete in the Armidale Catholic Schools' Diocesan Cross Country Carnival.

We couldn't be prouder of the way our team represented the school. Every single runner gave it their absolute all, showing incredible grit, sportsmanship and school pride on the track. Whether they were sprinting to the finish line or cheering from the sidelines, their effort was top-notch! 

Heading to Sydney! 

A massive congratulations to our three superstars who have qualified for the Polding Carnival in Sydney:

️ Oliver – 4th Place (10 Year Boys)

️ Joe – 5th Place (11 Year Boys)

️ Alice – 5th Place (12/13 Year Girls)

This is an outstanding achievement, and we can’t wait to cheer you on at the next level!

Well done to the entire team for a brilliant day out. 

Nathan Lyon School Visit

Students and staff were thrilled to welcome cricket legend Nathan Lyon to our school, creating plenty of excitement and unforgettable memories for everyone involved.

A huge thank you to GOATD, Westpac, Nike and Manilla Cricket Club for supporting this fantastic opportunity for our students. We truly appreciate your generosity and community spirit.

NSW PSSA Hockey

A huge congratulations to Alice for her excellent performance at the NSW PSSA Hockey state championships. Alice was part of the Polding Maroon Girls team, whose hard work and talent secured the silver medal after a hard-fought final, where they narrowly lost to CIS 2-1. We are incredibly proud of Alice's efforts and achievement on the State stage.

POSTPONED - ACS Primary Rugby Union Trials & Gary McSweeney Cup

Friday 29th of May 2026 - Tamworth. 

* POSTPONED - New Date - Friday, 5th June 2026*

Schools are invited to send students (boys and girls) of a proficient skill level to the Diocesan Rugby Union Trials and Gary McSweeney Cup in Tamworth on Friday, 5th of June 2026 (new date). A Diocesan team will be chosen to represent the Armidale Diocese at the NSWCPS Rugby Union Championships in Forbes on Sunday, 28th and Monday 29th of June, 2026.

It is a school-based competition. It is open to any 11-year-old or 12-year-old student. It is a 10-a-side competition. Smaller schools will be combined to create a full team. Nominations are due by Monday 25th May 2026.

A note will be forwarded home to students to nominate.

SAVE THE DATE

Our school Athletics Carnival Thursday 25th June @ Gunnedah. We are holding the carnival in Gunnedah, as the facilites at Manilla Central are temporarily not available. 

More info to come on COMPASS soon.