Sports News
Girton shines at ICCES Winter Tour
The Girton Grammar School teams delivered commendable performances across various sports during the recent ICCES Winter Tour. The event showcased intense competition among the participating schools, and Girton demonstrated resilience and skill in multiple categories. Here is a detailed report on Girton's results:
Senior Boys Basketball – Coach: Mr Mark DiFede
In the fiercely contested Senior Boys Basketball category, Girton secured a respectable fourth place out of the six teams competing. Despite the tough competition, the team showcased determination and sportsmanship.
Junior Boys Basketball – Coach: Mr Marcus Smalley
The Junior Boys Basketball team put up a strong fight, finishing in second place. Their impressive performance highlighted the potential and talent of the younger players, setting a positive tone for future competitions.
Junior Girls Basketball – Coaches: Mr Shaun McCarthy, Dulee Siriwardana (10 Aherne) and Charlie Laity (10 Aherne)
Girton's Junior Girls Basketball team earned a third place finish, with a strong performance in the finals. The team demonstrated solid teamwork and competitive spirit throughout the tournament.
Junior Girls Netball – Coach: Ms Elke Holmberg
Girton faced stiff competition in Junior Girls Netball, finishing in fifth place. Although the results were not what the team has hoped for, they gained valuable experience that will be crucial for their development.
Intermediate Girls Netball – Coach: Mrs Rachelle Fisher
The Intermediate Girls Netball team also ended the tour in fifth place. The team's efforts were commendable and showed significant potential for growth in future events.
Senior Girls Netball – Coach: Mrs Carmel Hamilton
Keeping in line with the other teams, Girton's Senior Girls Netball team also finished in fifth place. Despite the challenging competition, the players displayed resilience and determination.
Junior Boys Soccer – Coach: Mr Scott Langan
The Junior Boys Soccer team achieved fourth place, with a strong finish in the finals. Their performance reflected their dedication and hard work throughout the tournament.
Intermediate Boys Soccer – Coach: Ms Maddy White
In Intermediate Boys Soccer, Girton claimed victory with a first-place finish despite a controversial goal by the opposition in the final. This outstanding achievement is a testament to the team's skill and perseverance.
Senior Boys Soccer – Coach: Mr Ben Furphy
The Senior Boys Soccer team finished in third place. While not what they had hoped for after a solid first day of competition, the team's performance was commendable, showcasing their abilities on the field.
Junior Girls Soccer – Coach: Mrs Katherine O'Shea
Girton's Junior Girls Soccer team emerged victorious, finishing in first place. Their excellent performance was a highlight of the tour, demonstrating their dominance in the sport.
Open Girls Soccer – Coach: Mr Paul Flanagan
In the Open Girls Soccer category, Girton secured second place, just missing out on victory through one of the last kicks of the game. The team's strong performance reflected their skill and teamwork.
Girton Grammar School delivered a commendable performance in the ICCES Winter Tour, finishing fourth overall. The students exhibited determination, skill and sportsmanship across all events, representing our school with pride. As they look forward to future competitions, Girton's teams are sure to build on their experiences and aim for even greater success.
Thank you to all the staff who were involved in lunchtime training sessions, team selections, and coaching the students while on the trip. Their dedication to their teams and the individuals within them is extraordinary.
A special thank you also goes to Mrs Deidre Tunzi for her support in helping to organise the finer details, such as risk management, dietary requirements, uniform allocation, and checking in and out of the hotel, to name just a few.
Mr Clint Whitsed
Head of Representative Sport
Show jumping clinic a resounding success
On Tuesday 13 July at the Mandurang Pony Club, Junior and Senior School students participated in a highly anticipated show jumping clinic with Alan Mitchell, where they honed their skills under the tutelage of experienced instructors.
The clinic provided an invaluable opportunity for students to practise various jumping techniques, improve their riding form, and gain confidence in their abilities. From the youngest riders to the more seasoned participants, everyone demonstrated remarkable dedication and enthusiasm.
Throughout the day, students tackled a series of jumps, each progressively more challenging. Alan, with his wealth of knowledge and supportive approach, guided the riders through each jump, offering tips and encouragement.
Despite the challenges of show jumping, all participants performed exceptionally well. Their hard work and determination shone through, making the event a rewarding experience for everyone. The clinic not only enhanced the students' equestrian skills but also fostered a sense of community and sportsmanship.
Congratulations to all the students who participated, and a heartfelt thank you to Alan Mitchell and Jody Pickering who made this event possible. The show jumping clinic was a testament to the talent and spirit of our young equestrians, and we look forward to the next clinic in August.
Badminton success
On 22 June, both Aarya and Ayaan Sapehiyia participated in the Shepparton Junior Classic for badminton.
Ayaan did a superb job and was awarded runner up in the Years 7/8 Singles and winner of the Years 7/8 Doubles. Aarya won both the Years 7/8 Singles and Years 7/8 Doubles events.
Both students have been selected for the provisional Victorian Country team for their respective age groups (Aarya in the under 17s and Ayaan in the under 13s), which will see them compete in the Victorian Teams Championships from 3 to 4 August.
