Calrossy Sport

CIS Cross Country Results

Primary

Brooke Crosby, Yr 4 - 41st

Jacob Drever, Yr 5 - 100th

Callum Lockwood, Yr 4 - 62nd

Theart Nel, Yr 4 - 69th

Jacob Price, Yr 3 - 2nd

Gracie Quinn, Yr 3 - 52nd

Nellie Starr, Yr 5 - 84th

Benjamin Wilson, Yr 5 - 3rd

Secondary

Olivia Coombes, Yr 11 - 39th

Ella Fittler, Yr 11 - 26th

Both girls competed in the 17 Yrs girls age division.

HRIS Basketball

There were mixed results at the HRIS Basketball Gala Day in Newcastle last week.

The Calrossy Opens girls' basketball team were exceptional, achieving the highest-ever finish in the tournament for a Calrossy team.

Led by Hannah Hurley and Emma Rumble, the team were dominant in the pool matches, leaving a trail of defeated rivals in their wake. Emma and Hannah displayed outstanding leadership, contributing to the team's success through proficient scoring and formidable defence in each game.

The commendable defensive skills exhibited by Jess Golland and Darcie Kelly played a pivotal role in Calrossy's triumph, consistently turning the tide in their favour. The valuable contributions from Olivia Osland, Stella Moore, and Molly Carey further strengthened the team, enabling them to progress deep into the finals.

Despite experiencing a defeat in the Semi Final, the girls showcased their resilience by bouncing back in a courageous playoff game where they came tantalisingly close to victory, narrowly missing out on a win. This remarkable achievement secures a 4th place finish, marking the best result ever attained by a Calrossy girls' basketball team at HRIS.

On the boys' side, narrow defeats in the pool games against strong opponents relegated the boys to the lower half of the playoff draw.

Throughout the tournament, Harrison Barton once again demonstrated his unstoppable play, making a compelling case for the title of the HRIS association's best player.

Year 12 students Charlie Carter and Ryan Stewart brought scoring prowess and intensity to the games, while Max Thompson and Wilson O'Rourke showed tenacity and determination on defence, facing off against physically larger opponents. Harry Russ consistently made a significant impact on both ends of the court, delivering exceptional offensive and defensive plays in every game. Unfortunately, Bryn Heywood was unable to participate due to a shoulder injury but provided support to the team throughout the day.

Congratulations to both teams, and particularly to the girls' team for their outstanding achievement!

Secondary Athletics Results

Secondary House Placings

Hamlin 1400
Cuthbert 1360
Nicholls 1165
Sheean 1045

Girls Champion Runner-up

12 year Ivy Shearer Neeve Sheridan

13 year Isabel O’Connell Charlotte Williams

14 year Claire Dowe Ella Gallagher

15 year Eva Hayes Isabella Tonkin

16 year Georgia Davidson Megan Carr

17 year Lucy Scanlon Olivia Coombes

18 years Annabel Dalzell Larissa Smyth

Boys Champion Runner-up

12 year Zac Bailey Elliot Qu

13 year Digby Lyons Zaiden Kelly

14 year Jack Kelly Hayden Evans

15 year Cooper Wilson Charley Pickens

16 year Doug Brissett Jamie Grant

17 year Bryn Heywood Ben Kelly

18 year Koby Nelson Hugh Ellis

New Athletics Records

12 year boys 1500 metres - Elliot Quinn 6.03.90
14 year boys 1500 metres; 800 metres - Jack Kelly 5.04.03; 2.28.53
18-19 girls 1500 metres - Larissa Smyth 5.49.40
13 year girls 800 metres; 400 metres - Isabel O’Connell 2.35.15; 1.05.97
17 year girls 800 metres - Olivia Coombes 2.41.44
15 year boys long jump; 100 metres; high jump; 400 metres - Cooper Wilson 5.53m; 11.09s; 1.90m; 57.44s
12 year boys high jump; 200 metres; 100 metres; 400 metres - Zac Bailey 1.59m; 27.07s; 13.31s; 1.08.66
17 year boys 200 metres; 100 metres; 400 metres - Ben Kelly 22.53s; 10.82s;
17 year girls 400 metres - Lucy Scanlon 1.08.50
17 year discus - Sam Holmes 31.40m
13 year long jump - Digby Lyons 4.68m
Boys 15-16 4x100 metre relay – 49.82s

*please note the track records are synthetic track records.

Junior School Rugby Union

Calrossy is participating in the Junior Rugby Union activities held at Tamworth Magpies Rugby Club on Friday afternoons. Last week marked Calrossy's first week of participation in 2023, and the students displayed outstanding effort. The sessions include skill development exercises and practice matches. The students demonstrated courage in their games against formidable opponents, showcasing impressive Rugby play and robust defence. Students in Year 5 and 6 are encouraged to join the sessions on Friday afternoons, starting at 4:00 PM, at Magpies Rugby Club.

Central North Rugby Union Representatives

Calrossy is proving a real force on the representative rugby field as the sport continues to go from strength to strength at the school.

Twenty six students have been selected across the boys and girls under 10s to under 18s Central North sides for their various upcoming campaigns.

Archer Hunt, Edward Craig and Thomas Stone will pull on the red and white for the under 10s, Cameron Moore the under 11s, Elliot Quinn and Matthew Christakos the under 12s, Alex Stone, Angus Davidson, Henry Turner, Ned Thompson, William Stone and Zaiden Kelly the under 13s, Toby Ireland, Jack Kelly and Hayden Evans the under 14s boys, Angus Tydd the under 15s, Jamie Grant the under 16s boys, Cooper Hall, Joshua Evans, William Doyle and Archie Barnett the 18s boys, Pia Wilson and Isabelle Chappel the under 14s girls and Molly Cullen, Emily Staughton and Phebe McNamara the under 18s girls. Well done everyone.

Equestrian

Calrossy has again been named the most successful school at the North West Equestrian Expo in Coonabarabran. A full report can be found on this event in Co-curricular news.

In other events, congratulations to Equestrian Riders Kate Brand (Year 11), Reese Spencer-Ruddy (Year 10), and Jessica Swain (Year 7) for their results at the 2023 Equestrian NSW State Interschools Championships held at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre from April 18th to 21st.

Jessica Swain, on her horse Yarramalong Kit showcased her exceptional horsemanship in the CT05 Intermediate 80cm Combined Training category, which combines show jumping and dressage, secured an impressive 2nd place overall. In the Secondary Intermediate Preliminary Dressage, Jessica secured 4th place overall after achieving 2nd in the Preliminary 1.2, and 7th in Preliminary 1.3 tests.

Reese Spencer-Ruddy showed her versatility across disciplines riding her with two horses, HH Deluxe and Aurelia De Gwaihir. In the CT09 Secondary Combined Training category, riding on HH Deluxe, Reese was leading the competition following the dressage phase. Her exceptional performance in the Show Jumping phase, including an amazing 1.05m jump, earned a very impressive 2nd place overall.

Riding on Aurelia De Gwaihir, Reese won 2nd place overall in the Secondary Show Jumping 100cm event, as well as a very commendable 4th place overall in the 110cm Show Jumping event.

Kate Brand, from Year 11, showcased her expertise riding her horse, Rocky's Double Shot. Kate's commendable performance in the 3 phase Secondary Show Hunter category earned her 5th place overall. She achieved notable placements in the Led Hunter Phase (4th place), the Rider Phase (7th place), and the Ridden Hunter Phase (1st place).

Calrossy Sport Dinner

The 2023 Calrossy Mid-Year Sports Dinner that was held on Saturday, June 3 at the West League Club. We had over 200 people in attendance to hear from World Champion aerial skier Jacqui Cooper and to celebrate the success of our student athletes across diverse sports.

We are excited to announce that together in partnership the Sports Dinner has raised more than $10,000 to support the upcoming student funded rugby tour of New Zealand and future student funded tours. Importantly the success of the event has cemented its place in the Calrossy calendar to acknowledge the achievements of our athletes for many years to come.

We are thankful for the generous support of our event sponsors Tamworth Rugby Club, Collins Brothers, Bath Stewart and Associates, Financial Map, Brosie Martin Barnett, iPlumb Tamworth, Higgins Coasting Australia, Hutcheon and Pearce, Davidson Cameron and Co. Tufreys Concrete and the Calrossy Parents and Friends.