Sports Update

Athletics Carnival

Our annual Athletics Carnival was held on Friday the 28th July. The day started unexpectedly for us, with a special guest appearance from a kangaroo who was keen to participate in all the track and field events. He drummed up much excitement from the crowd, however, he could not stay, so after some careful maneuvering, he was ushered from King George Oval. 

Once again it was evident that we have an excellent parent body at our school who continuously put their hand up to volunteer at our events. Our parents were vital for the success of our Athletics Carnival and St Joseph’s is most appreciative of the time you gave to us. Thank you to the following people who helped on Friday; Matt Falconer, Adriana Pietsch, Steven McAllister, Kylie Neville, Jennie Dodds, Melissa Key, Jess Newberry, Sandy Key, Mark Barratt, Narelle Pietsch, Tess Lonergan, Nicole Watson, Shanelle Gunther, Greg Wright, Belinda Stanton, Allanah Price, Bridgitte Brummell, Fiona Meyer, Sal Floyd, Michelle Lawler, Julie Watson, Alise McBain, Linda Bruce, Kylie Falconer, Michael Van der Waal, Tahleia Gerlofsma, Jasmine Shields and Cameron Neville. 

Thank you to the Lion’s Van, Melissa Bush from Floatin’ Around and Sal Floyd and her excellent P&F committee. We were well nourished and energised throughout the day thanks to your goodies you had available for us. Also, thank you to Steven McAllister and his team at the Council for preparing King George Oval for us. It was great to be back at this venue and having everything in one location. 

I would like to congratulate all the students on their excellent sportsmanship and participation at the carnival. No matter the ability, everyone was having a go which resulted in everyone having a great day. Below are the results from the day.

Results:

Age Champions

Spirit of St Joseph’s

Penola

• Leo Colley
• Savannah Hogan

Fitzroy

• Clint Quinn
• Indie Lawson

Mackillop

• Alec Newberry
• Halee Watson

Joey’s Gift:

Winner - Ivy Watson

Other Competitors: 

5yrs Halee Watson

6yrs Lucy Newberry

7yrs Strauss Dodds

8 yrs Infants - Ivy Watson; Primary - Lucy Van der Waal

9yrs Maggie Doust

10 yrs  Scarlett Templeton

11yrs Aila McBain

12yrs Fletcher Barratt

Relay Winners:

Kinder - Penola 

Year 1 - MacKillop 

Year 2 -   MacKillop

Junior - Penola

Senior - MacKillop

Records Broken: 

• 12 Yrs Boys 800m - Fletcher Barratt 2.34.27 Standing since 1980 at 2.37.48 by G Williams.
• 9 Yrs Girls Discus - Claire Bailey 14.40m Standing since 2017 at 13.10m by Holly Ruming
• 9 Yrs Girls Shot Put - Brooke Graham 7.21m Standing since 2005 at 6.75m by M Core
• 8 Yrs Girls Shot Put - Lucy Van der Waal 5.06m Standing since 2005 at 5m by T O’Brien
• 7 Yrs Girls Shot Put - Eloise (Cotton) Gray 5.55m Standing since 1985 at 4.75m by E Tobin
• 5 Yrs Girls Shot Put - Molly Newberry 2.80m Standing since 1989 at 2.50m by E Stibbard.

Final Pointscore:

1st - MacKillop

2nd - Penola

3rd - Fitzroy

Diocesan Athletics Carnival

The Diocesan Athletics Carnival will be held next Friday the 18th August in Tamworth. Congratulations to the following students who will be competing at this event; Fletcher Barratt, Lachlan Grob. Charlie Templeton, Paige Floyd, Ella Bruce, Abigail Pietsch, Savannah Hogan, Andy Watson, Aila McBain, Emmie Parish, April Collins, Jimmy Chard, Sam Barratt, Matthew Pietsch, Rosemary Wright, Scarlett Templeton, Peyton McBain, Josie Watts, Zoe McAllister, Brooke Graham, Charlie Schalk, Chase Gelhaar, Maggie Doust, Charlotte Neville, Addison Hogan, Lucy Van der Waal, Ayla Watson & Hallie Parish.

With the help of Mr McManus, Miss Lizzie Chard and myself, these students have been training in preparation for this event. We wish these students all the best!

Armidale Diocesan Gala Day

Expressions of interest have gone out to Stage 2 and 3 students for the Armidale Diocesan Gala Day held on Friday 15th September in Tamworth. The students will be playing netball or soccer. Keep an eye out for consent forms which will be sent out soon. Please decline the event in Compass if your child is not participating in Gala Day.

For your Diaries:

• Friday 18th August - Diocesan Athletics Carnival - Tamworth
• Friday 15th September - Armidale Diocesan Gala Day - Tamworth. (Netball and Soccer for interested students in Years 3-6)
• Wednesday 20th September - Netball NSW Regional Finals - Tamworth (The 5/6 competitive team who qualified in Inverell)
• Friday 13th October - Polding Athletics - Sydney Olympic Park
• Wednesday 25th - Thursday 26th October - NSWPSSA Athletics - Sydney Olympic Park