Strength through teamwork

NSW State Tennis

Playing for the NSW State Tennis Team and representing our school at such a prestigious event, the Jack Pizzey Cup, has been a huge privilege and a wonderful experience which I will cherish for years to come.

The team consisted of the top eight boys and girls in NSW. We competed against the other states and territories for a chance to be crowned Australian Champions. This was my second year representing NSW and Cecil Hills High School at the championships.  Having won the title last year, we were hoping to defend our title, in which we did. 

Upon arrival to this year's championships, held in Shepparton Victoria, I was nominated as the boys' captain and knew of the responsibilities that were bestowed upon me to help my team win. Due to the experience of playing last year we knew our strongest rivals this year were host state Victoria and the Western Australia team. Through our determined efforts, and our strength through teamwork, we managed to stay undefeated throughout the whole week - once again claiming the title of National Champions. 

I'd like to thank our Principal, Mr Mark Sutton, our P & C Committee and Mr Condon for their ongoing support.   Now it's time for me to focus on my HSC!   Andre' De Oliveira, Year 12