Athletics Carnival

Friday the 17th of May was one of the most anticipated days on the Tenterfield High School (THS) calendar, the date of the annual THS Athletics Carnival.

Students presented to school in their House colours showing allegiance to their House. Looking over Federation Oval there was a sea of students in Yellow, Blue, Green and Red at the track and field events. The Seniors of 2024 dressed as fictional cartoon characters from the Smurfs. It is a wonderful tradition for the Seniors to choose and dress in a theme that demonstrates that they are unified as a cohort. I am already looking forward to what theme the seniors of 2025 choose.

Student participation during the carnival was at an all-time high, with everyone doing an amazing job on the track and in the field. Some gutsy performances were noted amongst our many fine athletes. Everyone gave their 100% effort and the positive THS spirit was felt throughout the day.

The competition at all events was fierce with each student putting in their best athletic performance for their house. The track events were standouts for student effort, participation and support. The cheering and high fives showcasing just how united students are at THS.

New records were set in the Track events. Congratulations to Elly Butler and Amber Thomas with their record-breaking times. Elly and Amber are now a part of an illustrious group of former THS students. The records are below detailing previous and new records.

Event

Previous record

New record

13 years 400m

S.Connor (1.12.0) 1986

Elly Butler (1.11.35) 2024

15 years 1500m

Abbey O’Neill (6.17.21) 2016

Amber Thomas (6.14.30) 2024

A new 100m race, “The Jackson Clarke Memorial Sprint” was added to the program this year honouring our 2024 School Captain, Jackson Clarke. Jackson was an avid 100m sprinter who trained tirelessly to reach the CHS State Athletics Championship. The race had a Boys and a Girls division. The fastest student from each year group and then the next 3 fastest students in each gender were included in the 8-student race. The race was handicapped, and participating students had staggered starting distances. This format made for an exciting race in that students were all crossing the finishing line at the same time. Congratulations to Bryce Riley and Elly Butler who won in the boys and girls races respectively.

A special mention to the students below who received Age Champion and Runners Up positions. The Age Champion points were very close with very few points the difference between Age Champion and Runners up.

AGE

Girls

Boys

12/13

AC: Elly Butler

RU: Pippa Koch

AC: Alexander Edmonds

RU: Josh Tasker

14

AC:

Phillippa Lyons / Olivia Merchant

AC: Toby Rolph

RU: Ryan Donadel

15

AC: Maddison Smidt

RU: Charlotte Nettle

AC: Levi Murphy

RU: Axel Bates

16

AC: Ava Mitchell

RU: Jasmine Finnerty

AC: Darcy Rolph

RU: Saxon Radoll

17+

AC: Myiekah Cutmore

RU: Ellie Thomas

AC: Bryce Riley

RU: Jamie Little

At the conclusion of the day, points from participants were allocated to their respective Houses to determine the 2024 THS Athletic House Champion. After all points were tallied Cunningham House were crowned champions. Congratulations Cunningham for winning back-to-back carnivals.

Cunningham

Oxley

Parkes

Stewart

Athletics

756

585

337

587

A massive congratulations must go to all students. Your display of outstanding behaviour and persistent athletic efforts showcased just how lucky we all are to be a part of the THS community.

Yours in sport

Mr Cook

Soccer

Our open girl's soccer team played Armidale Secondary College on Friday 24 May. The girls played well but were defeated on this occasion. Thanks to Mrs Cooper for taking them.

Netball School's Cup

Students had a great day at the Netball School's Cup in Inverell. This is a fun day for students to participate & gain experience & confidence on the court. Thank you Mr Cook, Mrs Parker, Mr Douglas & Mrs Ford for taking them.

Touch Football Clinic

On Friday 31 May, students participated in a Touch Football Clinic facilitated by Bede Aquilini from Touch NSW. Students participated in skills sessions, modified games & full field games. A huge thank you to Bede & Touch NSW for putting our students through this wonderful experience.

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