Sports Update 

EMR Bowls 

The Coles Bowls Academy (CBA) embarked on its 2nd year in the EMR Bowls Competition. After a series of trials and training sessions, the students displayed a great deal of enthusiasm and motivation to compete for the College. On Tuesday the 26th of April, the weather was superb and it was a successful day all-round for our students and the 10 teams competing on the day. 

The most pleasing aspect for the competition was the fantastic sportsmanship and passion displayed on the day. Our senior team of Tyson G, Tim K & Matt C fell short at the final hurdle and were beaten by Doncaster SC in the Grand Final. In the junior section, all teams were in the running to progress through to the state finals on Thursday 5th of May. The winning Year 9 team of Lucas H, Austin L & Kai T kept their composure in the Grand Final, with a gallant effort from Aidan S, Ben L & Tom L taking 2nd place.   

Thank you to the Heatherdale Bowls Club for their continued support of the CBA, and we look forward to many students continuing with this great sport for years to come!  

The following students were successful in making the VSC Bowls team for 2022:  Year 7 – Archie P, Yana T, Armaan S, Aidan S   Year 8 – Jack C, Emily G, Will S,   Year 9 – Sam C, Matt H, Lucas H, Austin L, Tom L, Ben L, Kai T, Oliver W  Year 10 – Tom B, Adam B, Sunday D, Kade G, Campbell H, Jess H, Will J, Jemma K, Evie P, Amelia R, Ben S, Sam W  Year 11 – Tyson G, Tim K  Year 12 – Matt C  

State Swimming 

On Thursday the 28th of April 7 of Vermont’s very best swimmers competed at the SSV State Swimming Championships at Melbourne Sports and Aquatics Centre. All students involved should be commended for their outstanding achievements at such a high level. 

Results: 

Josh C – 1st 100m backstroke, 2nd 50m backstroke, 2nd 400m freestyle, 3rd 200m individual medley 

Jesse P – 2nd 200m freestyle 

Cherise N – 2nd 50m butterfly, 2nd 50m freestyle 

Celine S – 3rd 50m breaststroke 

U16F 4x50m freestyle relay – 3rd (Lucy W, Celine S, Amelia R & Cherise N) 

A special thank you to Amrita C, Annika T and Mackenzie E for their assistance on the day. 

Finally, a special mention goes to Year 12 student Jesse P for many years of swimming service. We have been so privileged to have you represent the college and wish you all the best for your future in swimming. You are a sound competitor and an asset to the college and the community. Thank you Jesse! 

EMR/State Diving 

Early bird gets the worm! On Monday the 2nd of May at 7.15am 5 enthusiastic first time divers embarked on a journey to Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre. The day commenced with the new/inexperienced divers clinic run by Diving Victoria. Students had the opportunity to learn some skills in a one hour session with diving coaches ahead of competing. 

Shortly after, expert diver and Vermont’s very own Victorian Institute of Sport athlete Ben W arrived to assist with coaching as well as competing. 

A very big thank you to Mr. Pinder for driving the mini-bus and accompanying the students on the day. Your time and effort was greatly appreciated by the students and the sport program. 

EMR Results: 

13-14F – Emily W 8th scoring 89.80 and Caitlin A 11th scoring 81.35 

15-16F – Lucy W 11th scoring 79.10 and Ella D 16th scoring 57.90 

15-16M – Ben W 1st scoring 267.15 

17-20M – Jake C 7th scoring 60.50 

State Results: 

13-14F – Emily W 7th scoring 97.60 and Caitlin A 11th scoring 75.70 

15-16M Ben W 1st scoring 288.05 

EMR Senior boys/mixed baseball and division cross country reports to come in the next issue. 

Upcoming events 

5/5 State bowls 

6/5 Senior round robin 

13/5 Intermediate round robin