Sport & PE News
By Liam Gill - Director of Sport & Teacher of Outdoor Education
Victorian All Schools Track & Field Championships
We congratulated the students who took part in the Victorian All Schools Track & Field Championship in late October. Each athlete demonstrated tremendous effort, commitment, and sportsmanship throughout the competition, proudly representing our Loreto College on the state stage.
Grace Crowe in particular had an impressive race in the 100m final, taking home first place as well as a personal best! She was named officially as ‘The Fastest Schoolgirl in the State’ by local media – with an amazing time of 11.87 seconds.
RESULTS:
Victorian Schools T&F - Session 1
Female 18
100m: Grace Crowe 11.87 (1st); 12.07 (P);
400m: Mikala Shannon 62.82 (P);
Discus: Rebecca Brodie 28.14m (3rd);
Shot Put: Rebecca Brodie 9.14m (5th);
Female 17
1500m: Amali Torney 5:00.30 (12th);
Female 16
1500m: Aria Vionlini 4:47.81 (2nd);
Female 14
High Jump: Misha Jenkins DNS;
Triple Jump: Eva Bales 9.30m (17th);
Female P17
100m: Eleanor Downey 14.67 (2nd);
400m: Eleanor Downey 73.05 (3rd);
1500m: Eleanor Downey 5:33.22 (1st);
Victorian Schools T&F - Session 2
Female 20
5000m: Bonnie Burt 18:24.20 (3rd);
Female 18
800m: Ailish Ryan 2:27.23 (7th);
400m Hurdles: Mikala S 66.32 (1st);
Hammer: Rebecca Brodie 33.43m (3rd);
Female 17
3000m: Amali Torney 10:46.85 (10th);
Female 16
800m: Aria Violini 2:25.65 (7th); 2:21.08 (P);
Female 15
Pole Vault: Gracie D 2.00m (4th);
Female 14
Pole Vault: Misha Jenkins 2.40m (2nd);
Female P17
200m: Eleanor Downey 29.49 (3rd);800m:
Eleanor Downey 2:35.16 (2nd);
Long Jump: Eleanor Downey 3.90m (2nd)
We are so proud of all our students for their dedication and outstanding performances. We’re also thrilled that several of these results qualified our athletes for the National Titles. Go LC!
Victoria’s Bowls Talent
Congratulations to Year 11 student Addy R, who represented Victoria at the Australian U18 Championships in Tasmania in November. Addy delivered a standout performance on the national stage, earning the Player of the Series award, her second consecutive title! She also helped secure a Bronze medal in the Girls Fours and contributed to Victoria’s Silver medal in the Overall Results, rounding out an exceptional championship campaign.
For those who may not know, Addy is a rapidly rising talent in the lawn bowls community and now proudly competes for Victoria. After a huge year of competition, her dedication and hard work continue to shine through.
Interschool Show Jumping Comp
Congratulations to the following students represented Loreto in the Interschool Show Jumping competition at Bacchus Marsh last term:
- Bonnie S – 2nd in 100cm
- Mia M – 9th in 60cm
- Rhylee D – 4th in 50cm
Harriet L – 8th in 70cm
Well done girls on a fantastic effort!
Ms Baird's Last Run Club
Before she ran off to a well-earned retirement, Ms Baird took to the Lake for her final Friday lunchtime Run Club on 28 November, joined by an amazing turnout of current and former students. It’s clear this club has long been a favourite at Loreto College, thanks to staff like Ms Baird who inspire our students to ‘JUST DO SOMETHING’.
There may have been a few tears afterwards which is a testament to the incredible impact she has had on generations of students throughout her time at the College. For everyone who has been taught by KB or cheered on by her, we all know she is a true Loreto legend. How lucky we are to have someone so inspiring as part of our community!
