Senior School Sport News

Rugby: 1st & 2nd XV Camp in Canberra

The 4 day camp to Canberra was a huge success for the 41 players and staff who attended. The opportunity to develop our skills, team cohesion and prepare for the season the ahead was invaluable but the real accomplishment lay in the discussions around being good young men.

 

The players had the chance to consider and then define the type of people they want to be and whilst their actions will speak louder than words, it has been encouraging to see how they want to be perceived and their willingness to be held accountable for their actions.

 

KWS 1st & 2nd XV Players aspire to be:

  • Role models
  • Represent ourselves, school and family well
  • Supporters of all KWS rugby teams
  • Learn the laws because that will make us more informed and better players
  • Good sportsmen
  • People who respect themselves and others.

In order to meet these aspirations the boys identified three key values that relate to Training Day, Game Day, Every Day:

  • Respect – ourselves and others
  • Discipline – follow the rules, be on-time and wear our uniform well
  • Positive attitude.

The boys attended an inspirational talk from Michael Jeh. Michael is an ex-professional cricketer and consultant for Rugby AU, he is responsible for the educational programs run by Rugby AU. He spoke to the boys about integrity, the dangers of social media, violence against women, standing-up for what is right and calling out a mate if he is out of line. Michael’s message was powerful, confronting, made perfect sense and challenged the boys to STOP, THINK, RESPECT.

 

There was not much more we could pack into four days. Playing the curtain raiser before the Brumbies game, training sessions, recovery sessions, team meetings, NRL match - Raiders v EELS, buffet breakfast/lunch/dinner and the games against Cranbrook School were all a part of the experience.

 

Another highlight of the camp was spending time with some ex-students who currently work at the AIS.

Meredith Bone (Class of 2006) is the Facilities Manager at the AIS and Nigel Bowers (Class of 2011) is a Strength and Conditioning Coach at the AIS.

 

A big thank you to Mr Callaghan, Mr Smith and Mr Freeman for their passion and commitment towards developing our young men into better people and better KWS Rugby players.

 

Mr Huon Barrett

Rugby Reports 

KWS 1st XV v The Armidale School 

Result: KWS won 26-0

Report: The KWS 1st XV were looking forward to defending the Coonabarabran Cup against their country rivals TAS. After three difficult encounters at a 1st XV level the boys were ready to register their first win of the season. The game started well and the boys went straight into their patterns, challenging the opposition with wave after wave of attack. Cody Kelso scored the first try after some excellent lead up work. TAS questioned the KWS defence on multiple occasions and the KWS boys passed with flying colours only to send them homeward to think again. Alex Brien finished off an opportunistic try and Preston Simpson added the extras, KWS went to the break leading 14-0.

The second half was more controlled and within 10 minutes Alex Brien’s elusive footwork was on display as he cut back in from the right wing and scored his second try. As Sam Ridley left the field battered and bruised James Wilson added some additional speed and before too long he scored the fourth and final try of the match. As combinations started to form the overall performance of the team was pleasing.

Try Scorers: Cody Kelso, Alex Brien 2, James Wilson.

Conversions: Preston Simpson 2 2 2.

Points: 3 points Ed Taylor; 2 points Ben Bellamy, Will Smith; 1 Point Alex Brien, Josh Dominello, Digby Cooper.

Mr Huon Barrett

 

KWS 1st XV v The Kings School (28 May 2019)

Result: TKS 53 - KWS 7

Report: The KWS 1st XV played a trial game against The Kings School on the weekend. This fixture has continued over the past few years and it was great to host Kings. In 2018, Kings were very accommodating in allowing KWS to hold our rugby camp at Parramatta.

The game started with plenty of commitment at the tackle with both sides not taking a backward step. Kings were dominant at the breakdown and tied together a number of phases to score early in the half. Kings also were very good at shifting the ball wide which allowed them to score a number of break out tries.

The KWS men showed persistence and Preston Simpson scored mid-way through the first half with a individual “chip and chase” try. Defensive efforts by William Smith, Ed Taylor, William Leulf, Ben Bellamy and Josh Dominello were impressive. Kings on the day were to strong and it was a valuable lesson for the KWS men about body height and commitment at the breakdown. Final Score TKS 53 KWS 7. The first XV will train hard and revisit a number of skills worked on at the rugby camp over the break for The Armidale School on the weekend as they will be playing for the “Coonabarabran Cup”.

Points: 3 William Smith, 2 Preston Simpson, 1 Sam Ridley.

Mr Liam Callaghan 

 

KWS 1st XV v St Edmund’s College

Result: Eddies 34 - KWS 15

Report: It was an occasion not to be missed. Playing Eddies at GIO Stadium before the Brumbies vs Lions game. I am sure that the 23 KWS Rugby players who were a part of this fixture will remember it for a lifetime. The powerful Eddies juggernaut were playing their fourth game of the season and were brimming with confidence after convincingly beating St Augustine’s College last week. In the first game of the season for the KWS boys, it was evident that our timing was a little out and the occasion was impacting on our ability to find a rhythm.

At half-time we were down 24-3 but the enthusiasm and courage of the boys to move beyond this deficit, against a significantly larger team, was momentous. The second half was inspiring and it was hard to believe that the boys had only played 30 minutes of football this season as they shifted up a number of gears. Sam Ridley (Vice-Captain) and Will Smith (Captain) crossed the line bringing a great deal of believe that we can compete at this level.

Try Scorers: Sam Ridley, Will Smith.

Penalty and Conversion: Preston Simpson.

Points: 3 points - Preston Simpson; 2 points - Will Smith, Digby Cooper; 1 point - Sam Ridley, Ed Taylor.

Mr Huon Barrett

 

KWS 1st XV v Cranbrook

Result: Cranbrook 31 - KWS 19

Report: In the second game of the camp for the 1st XV it was clearly evident that the team dynamics and structures were starting to take shape. The game was both physical and exciting as Cranbrook skipped to an early lead before the shear pace and determination from Preston Simpson saw him cross for our first 5 pointer of the day. At half-time Cranbrook had an impressive lead (24-7) but they had not anticipated the resilience and commitment from the men in blue. Tries to Tom Richardson and Preston closed the gap before Cranbrook crossed for their last try of the game. There were some encouraging signs and three or four opportunities missed. In the end, Cranbrook were deserved winners but it was one hell of a battle.

Try Scorers: Preston Simpson 2, Tom Richardson

Conversions: Preston Simpson 2

Points: 3 points Preston Simpson; 2 points Will Smith, Sam Ridley; 1 point Ed Taylor, Hugh McIntyre.

Mr Huon Barrett

 

KWS 2nd XV v Cranbrook

Result: Cranbrook 29 - KWS 14

Report: For the majority of the 2nd XV this was their first match of the season. Cranbrook started well, scoring 3 early tries before Hamish Poole hit back with a 5 pointer. At the break the boys were down 22-5. The KWS boys saved their best for the second half, spending most the half in opposition territory. Hamish Macdougall crossed the line for our second try and the KWS boys, through the boot of Lewis Dunshea, moved to 14. A late try to Cranbrook saw them extend their lead in the final stages of the match. A big thank you to Declan Kelly and Felix Mitchell who played half a game for the boys from the Eastern Suburbs (DK scored the first try for Cranbrook – no love lost there and they were pretty keen to keep him).

Try Scorers: Hamish Poole, Hamish Mcdougall.

Conversions: Lewis Dunshea 2 2.

Points: 3 points Will Leulf; 2 points Ethan Rutherford, Sterling Taylor; 1 point Declan Kelly.

Mr Huon Barrett

 

KWS 2nd XV v The Armidale School

Report: The 2nd XV had a good start to the season, with an entertaining game at Coonabarabran. “DK” Kelly led the side ably, with a very high work-rate and lots of involvement. This helped to lift the team to a good win. Defence by Lew and Richo led to plenty of runs from Hugh, Nic and Ethan. The halves pairing of Will Luelf and Lewis Dunshea asked plenty of questions, along with some good game control. The standout performer was James Wilson on the wing, who had a blinder, with aggressive running, tackling and turnovers a plenty, well done James!

Tries: Liam Choi, James Wilson &

Netball Reports

KWS Finches vs Red Backs

Report: Apart from the first quarter where the opposition secured quite a large lead, KWS Finches played a solid game of Netball, and the final score does not really reflect how close the game was in the final third and fourth quarters of play. Defence was tight, with many deflections and from the base line the ball was travelling quickly and accurately down the court to the always ready shooters. Impressive defence by Emily Watt, GD, with quick hands deflecting many passes; tight marking of opposition by Johanna McLaughlin, GK, making it difficult for opposition to make effective leads. Olivia Ferguson, WD, Lily Anderson as C and Charlize Watson as WA ran hard and fast and displayed fantastic centre court play-finding gaps, passing accurately with strength directly down the length of the court leaving opposition in their wake.  Feeding of the ball to the shooters; Jemima Rourke, GS and Caitlin Adam, GA who ducked and weaved tirelessly, working as united front and indicating clearly the pass required to score the goals with accuracy.  Well done girls, quite a good game. Thank you to Charlize Watson and Caitlin Adam from the 14 KWS Asteroids who were able to play up a grade to fill the void with the Finches.

Catherine Small

 

KWS Junior A vs OAGS                                                                                             

Result: KWS won 17 - 16

Report: What a terrific start to the 2019 Netball season with a cracking game played by the KWS Junior A. It was a nail biter! We matched our opposition in defense and stamina and never gave up. Our GA Evie Hall was an amazing shooter for our team with goals just flicking into the hoop. We shared our roles around during the game. Our defenders held onto their opposition like glue. Lily Robinson had a great game as WD and GD.

Abbey Rolfe and Evie Hall had some fabulous shots with both working extremely hard in the shooting circle. Ava McMillan, Anna Robinson and Kate Dowd absolutely dominated the mid-court action with impressive intercepts.

The girls controlled the ball down the court with strong passes. The point score was evenly matched at half time and then our opposition pulled away to lead by 4 points going into the last quarter. Hannah Richardson (GK) was determined to not let any shots pass her. Audrey Gill excelled in the position of GD and the team rallied to come back in the dying minutes of the game to put 5 matching winning goals in the hoop to win by one. Overall the team did a fabulous job despite their tricky start to the game and having not played together before.

Kate Dowd

 

KWS Lightning vs OHS Dingo Wombats

Result: KWS won 49-31

Report: KWS Lightning won their Division two years ago by starting off slowly: on Saturday the same girls did exactly the same thing! The team began slowly, then found a gear or two, then three or four and, by the end of the game, had shown their innate style and talent, winning 49-31.

At their best, this team is above brilliance. At their worst, they are just good.

Congratulations to these great athletes: Isabella Adams, Katie Coleman, Maddie Farr, Tupou Favia, Liv Mirrington, Chloe Quigley, Molly Storer and Maddie Triggs.

Chris Oldham

 

KWS 13 Bulls vs KWS 13A

Result: KWS 13 Bulls lost 24-7

Report: The 13 Bulls played a very good game on the weekend against the 13A, unfortunately we lost,  24-7.  It was a well-played game with good attack and defence from both sides, but the 13A were too good. We played very well considering some of the girls hadn’t played netball before. A very big shout out to Mrs Jones for coaching the 13 Bulls and to the girls who played. Hopefully we can improve each week and I’m sure it will be a closer contest next time we play them.

Eden Hawker

 

KWS 3rds vs LS Sparrows

Result: KWS 3rds won 43-37

Report: KWS 3rds played a very exciting game for their first game of the season. The final team was only selected during the week so all girls are to be commended on their commitment and support of each other on the court. Hilary O’Connor was dominant in the shooting circle, Lizzie Kwa was excellent through the centre court and Olivia Hilder drove the ball out of defence well. All girls are to be congratulated on a great start to the season.

Kimberley Jones

 

KWS Aces vs OHS Dynamics

Result: KWS Aces won 13-11

Report: The KWS Aces had a challenging but enjoyable first game back against OHS Dynamics to win on

13-11. Ellie, Sameeka and Sophie all showed great shooting skills in goals while Ella, Kate,

Annabel and Lila intercepted and passed perfectly together in the center court. Ellen and Ellie

tirelessly worked in defence. Special thanks to Ella, Ellie and Sophie who happily played

continuously throughout the game. There was lots of support and cheers heard from all players.

Excellent work Aces, I’m super excited for the rest of the netball season! Also, a massive thank you

to our coach, Mrs Gavin for the awesome teaching, support and lollies!

Sophia Nelson (Captain)

CIS Swimming

KWS had 20 swimmers selected as part of the ISA team to compete at CIS. The team performed strongly with both Collette Lyons and Oliver McLaughlin progressing through to All Schools swimming. Oliver finished 2nd in the 100 back and 1st in the 50 back and will represent CIS in both events. Collette finished 1st in the 200 individual medley, 2nd 50 freestyle, 1st 200 breaststroke, 2nd 50 fly, 2nd 200 freestyle, 2nd 50 breaststroke, 1st 200 fly, 1st 100 breaststroke and she had already qualified to swim the 400 individual medley. Collette set a new record in the 100 breaststroke and was named Female Swimmer of the meet.

 

Our relay teams continue to improve every year with a number of them finishing 4th and only just missing out on progressing.

  • The girls all age relay of Helen Suthers, Lottie O’Hehir-Corones, Collette Lyons, Mercede Cornelius-Feltus, Catie Crisp & Zoe Keown finished 4th.
  • The boys all age team of Tommaso Cornelius-Feltus, Angus Ervin, Oscar McLaughlin, Henry Wakem, Sam Archer & Ollie McLaughlin finished 9th.
  • The 15/16yrs girls free and medley team of Catie Crisp, Lauren Lyons, Zara Grout & Mercede Cornelius-Feltus swam well to finish 4th in both the free and medley relays.
  • The boys 15/16yrs team of Ollie McLaughlin, Zac Lewis, Hugh Gillham & Henry Wakem finished 4th in the 4x50 medley and 8th in the 4x50 free relay.
  • The girls 12/14yrs relay team of Collette Lyons, Lottie O’Hehir-Corones, Kyla Brown & Sophie Martin finished 6th in both the free and medley relays.
  • The senior boys relay team of Ben Gillham, Sam Archer, Jack Pengilly & Henry Wakem finished 9th in the 4x50 free relay.

A number of swimmers achieved top 10 finishes:

  • Kyla Brown - 8th 50 Breaststroke, 10th 100 Breaststroke
  • Mercede Cornelius-Feltus - 7th 200 IM, 8th 50 fly, 8th 200 freestyle, 9th 50 breaststroke, 10th 50 backstroke, 7th 100 fly, 8th 100 breaststroke
  • Catie Crisp - 10th 50 freestyle, 9th 100 freestyle
  • Ben Gillham - 3rd 50 breaststroke
  • Sam Archer - 10th 50 backstroke
  • Hugh Gillham - 7th 50 fly, 8th 200 fly
  • Zara Grout - 8th 50 breaststroke
  • Zoe Keown - 7th 50 breaststroke, 8th 100 breaststroke
  • Zac Lewis - 7th 200 freestyle, 5th 50 breaststroke, 9th 200 fly, 8th 100 breaststroke
  • Lauren Lyons - 10th 50 breaststroke, 8th 200 fly
  • Oliver McLaughlin - 4th 50 freestyle, 8th 50 breaststroke, 4th 100 freestyle, 4th 200 backstroke
  • Charlotte O’Hehir-Corones - 10th 200 breaststroke, 10th 50 fly, 6th 50 breaststroke, 8th 100 freestyle, 9th 100 breaststroke.

Thank you to the relay swimmers who travelled to Sydney to help make up teams, to all of our parent supporters especially Mrs Wakem who very kindly drove our relay only swimmers back home.

 

Best of luck to Oliver and Collette at All Schools.

 

Jo Keown

KWS Swimming Coordinator

Open and Age Nationals Swimming

The KWS swimmers have had a phenomenal turn of form in the water at the 2019 Hancock Prospecting Australian Age Swimming Championships in Adelaide.

 

Collette Lyons led the charge at age nationals winning three gold, two silver and two bronze from her seven events, setting personal best times every time she hopped in the water. She won gold in the 200-metre butterfly, 200 breaststroke and in the 400 individual medley, which on top of being a personal best was also a NSW state record. The 200 medley and 100 breaststroke both resulted in silver, while her two freestyle events the 200 and 50, both resulted in bronze medals. 

 

The rest of the team also performed well, Mercede Cornelius-Feltus - who finished 30th in both the 100 butterfly and 400 individual medley, the latter of which was a personal best, while Zac Lewis racked up four personal best times from his five events, coming 51st in the 200 medley and 28th in the 400 freestyle.

 

Returning from injury, Ethan Crisp just missed a number of finals but scored 12th position in both the 200 backstroke and in the 800 freestyle, that race a personal-best time. Oliver McLachlan scored two personal bests - one in the 100m freestyle and another while finishing 16th in the 200m backstroke. 

Elly McMiles also swam well in three events before competing alongside Cornelius-Feltus, Kaitlyn Hinrichsen and Lyons in the 4x50m freestyle relay, finishing 10th, while Zoe Browne, Catie Crisp, Kaitlyn Hinrichsen and Hugh Gillham all joined the team to take part in the mixed medley relays.

 

KWS also had three swimmers at open nationals the week before, with Emily Nobbs picking up two silver medals in 100 and 200 breaststroke and Brandon Fraser silver in the 800 freestyle. Josie Gillham made the final in the 50 free and, incredibly, achieved a Olympic trial qualifying time.

 

Thanks must go to the coaching team, our parents, grandparents and siblings for their ongoing support of the swimming team.

 

Jo Keown

KWS Swimming Coordinator

Football Report

KWS 13 v Ex-Services Rangers

Result: KWS lost 3-5

Report: Despite the evidence that Ex Services were more experienced and more fluent in most aspects of team play, they were made to work hard for their win. I was impressed with the attitude and enthusiasm shown by most players, who harried and hassled their opponents, often winning possession for their efforts. I was particularly thrilled with the work done by Thomas and Finn, both of whom were sharp as goalkeepers and then were able to show the way with some robust play on the field. Zach and Logan contributed significantly with their proactive styles. In conclusion, it was a pleasing start to the season.

Mr Matthew Healey