Sport Report
Mr Luke Paterson, Sport Co-Ordinator
“I think that everything is possible as long as you put your mind to it and you put the work and time into it. I think your mind really controls everything.”
Michael Phelps
Athletics Carnival
What a day to remember! After the original date was postponed, the much-anticipated Athletics Carnival finally went ahead, this time under crisp, chilly skies. But the cold couldn’t dampen the spirit or energy of our students, who turned up in full force with smiles on their faces and an unstoppable sense of enthusiasm.
From the first race to the final event, the track was buzzing with cheers, colour, and determination. A staggering 10 school records were smashed, showcasing the incredible talent and drive of our athletes.
A massive congratulations to all of our event winners and participants—you made the day a true celebration of school spirit, effort, and achievement.
A special shoutout to Ewan Hamilton and Averie Briggs, who were honoured with the Spirit of St Joey’s Award for their outstanding attitude, encouragement, and all-round positivity throughout the carnival.
| Age Champions | ||
| Boy | Girl | |
Junior
| Ryan Lee | Sarah Crittenden |
11 Years
| Cameron Faint | Maeve Gordon |
Senior
| William Creighton/ Noah Craig | Ilah Collyer |
| Runner Up Age Champions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Boy | Girl | |
Junior
| Henrick Roper | Marleeka Gaffney |
11 Years
| Connor Collyer | Grace Hall |
Senior
| Denver Wood | Imogen Langford |
Name | Event | Age Group | New Record | Past Record |
| Maeve Gordon & Grace Hall | High Jump | 11 Yrs Girls | 1.23 m | 1.18 m |
| Ilah Collyer | High Jump | 12 Yrs Girls | 1.25 m | 1.22 m |
| Ilah Collyer | Shot Put | 12 Yrs Girls | 5. 75 m | 5. 73 m |
| Maeve Gordon | 100 m | 11 Yrs Girls | 14.47 | 15.62 |
| Maeve Gordon | 200 m | 11 Yrs Girls | 31.45 | 32.88 |
| Maeve Gordon | Long Jump | 11 Yrs Girls | 3.95 m | 3.38 m |
| Mason Walsh | 100 m | 9 Yrs Boys | 16.21 | 16.31 |
| Sarah Crittenden | 800 m | Jnr Girls | 3:10.52 | 3:16.69 |
| Henrick Roper | Long Jump | Jnr Boys | 3.28 m | 3.25 m |
| Averie Briggs | Discus | 11 Yrs Girls | 12.78 m | 12.46 m |
Armidale Catholic Schools Athletics Carnival
Congratulations to the following 36 students who will represent St Joey's at tomorrow's ACS Athletics Carnival;
William Creighton, Noah Craig, Denver Wood, Synt Lanaja, Ilah Collyer, Montana Richardson, Imogen Langford, Cameron Faint, Connor Collyer, Jake Duggan, Logan Pascoe, Maeve Gordon, Averie Briggs, Grace Hall, Valeria Ramirez, Matilda Craig, Henrick Roper, Elijah Espiritu, John Lennox, Zavier Beattie, Sarah Crittenden, Marleeka Gaffney, Azelle Hayes, Mason Walsh, Kohen Fensbo, James Pacificar, Ryan Lee, Maggie Richards, Bethany Taylor, Chloe Refalo, Roman Falkenmire, Miller Kennedy, Oliver Bowen, Ruby Johnson, Ivy McDonald, Nina Power.
We will be cheering you on and can't wait to hear how you go. Good Luck!
West Ham United Soccer Camp
During the recent school holidays, William took part in a soccer competition run by West Ham United Football Club in conjunction with George Cowie Football. West Ham United is a professional soccer club based in Stratford, East London, and competes in the English Premier League – the top tier of English football.
Out of all the participants from camps held across Australia and New Zealand, Will was selected to progress to the next stage – an elite 4-day camp on the Gold Coast, QLD. This upcoming camp will feature intensive coaching and competitive games led by professional coaches from West Ham United and across Australasia.
If Will impresses at this level, he may earn a place on the West Ham Development Tour in the UK in 2026 – an incredible opportunity!
We’re so proud of Will and have all our fingers and toes crossed for the next stage. Go Will!
U 13 Talanted Athlete Program (TAP) Camp 2025
Congratulations to Noah Craig who was selected in the U13 TAP camp for 2025. TAP is a specialist junior talent development program conducted by Basketball NSW. The goal of TAP is to help promising young athletes build a strong foundation as they pursue their basketball aspirations. The program takes a well-rounded approach, addressing skill development, physical conditioning, mental fortitude and character enhancement.
Well done Noah!
National Kyokushin Karate
Congratulations to Astrea & Kaile Allsopp who recently competed in the National Kyokushin Karate tournament in Sydney.
Kaile placed second and won a silver medal in the 8 & 9 years contact and Astrea placed 4th in the 10 & 12 years contact. Astrea & Kaile are now training for their next grading for the rank of senior brown belt (one below black belt) which will be held in Sydney in September.
Well done Astrea & Kaile and good luck with your grading.
Bective East Cricket Club
For more information, check out Bective East Cricket Club on Facebook or Instagram, or alternatively, you can contact Mr Paterson via email.
Term 3 Sport
Term 3 sport will be Tennis run by Perform with Power Tennis Academy. Thank you Mitch for your ongoing support of Tennis within St Joseph's.
Sporting Stories
We would love to showcase your child’s special sporting achievements in the newsletter. Please email detailed information and a photograph to sjtadmin@arm.catholic.edu.au or Mr Paterson at lpaterson1@arm.catholic.edu.au. Please ensure photographs do not contain students from other schools as we are unable to publish them.