Sports Association
Students make a splash at swimming carnival
Despite the inconvenience of a snap COVID lockdown we were eventually able to conduct our Twilight Swimming Carnival the week after it was scheduled. Although the weather was cooler and the sun set earlier, the competitive spirit was fierce and the participation rate excellent. The evening began with the Foundation children gathering to undertake novelty activities in the leisure pool followed by the Years 1and 2 children. These activities were very well supported by our families and, at times, the adults looked as though they were as excited as the children.
The action then transferred to the main outdoor pool as the School of Innovation students began their program in earnest with the time-honoured under-and-over noodle relay. Designed as a flotation device, the noodle proved to be a difficult customer when it came to the “under”part, however, the inventiveness of our students saw some creative moves being implemented.
As the progressive point tallies were announced, house members began to fill the events in an endeavour to collect as many points as possible. Some competitors even had to double up in lanes to accommodate the numbers. Our swimming carnival is intended to be a family-friendly occasion where participation and having fun are the intended goals. This could not have been more evident in the way that our Year 9 girls rallied each other to compete in as many races as possible. This sets a wonderful example to our younger students about the importance of being active and supporting school activities! Oh, and the overall points winner: Cooper House!
- Stephen Kealy, School of Innovation Learning Mentor
GMDSSA District Swimming
Earlier this week 11 students represented St Anne’s College at the Goulburn Murray District Swimming Carnival. Congratulations to Olivia Andrews, Patrick Borysiewicz, Ella Daldy, Matilda Fairbridge, Ava Hunter, Alick Jarvis, Brooke Linnett, Riley Okely, Ash Taylor, Lila Guthrie and Emily Zampaglione who all competed with great enthusiasm. After winning the 15-year-old men’s freestyle and butterfly and placing second in the backstroke, Alick Jarvis now progresses through to the Hume Division carnival as do the 15-year-old girls who placed second in the 4 x 50 metre freestyle relay.
- Stephen Kealy, School of Innovation Learning Mentor
Netball registration meeting coming up
A netball registration and committee formation meeting will be held at St Anne's College at 4:30pm on Tuesday, March 9. Years 7, 8 and 9 students wishing to play netball for St Anne's College this year and their parent/carer are asked to attend the meeting. Any queries should be directed to St Anne's College Community Engagement Officer Mardie Guppy at mguppy@sackialla.catholic.edu.au
Soccer registration forms due on Tuesday
Parents of children wanting to play soccer for St Anne's College this year are reminded that their registration form and the signed codes of conduct for parents, spectators and players are due back at college reception on Tuesday, March 9. Registration instructions and codes of conduct were handed out to the students at school earlier in the week. The Shepparton Junior Soccer Association (SJSA) season will begin on April 24. Team entries need to be in to the association by March 26, so please ensure all paperwork is returned and online registration is completed. Payment of registration fees is due on March 14.
St Anne's College is able to enter teams in the Under 6 (Foundation), Under 7 (Year 1), Under 8 (Year 2) and Under 15 (birth years 2006, 2007, 2008) age groups. Any queries should be directed to St Anne's College parent representative to the SJSA, Peter Miller, at zeuxis916@gmail.com
Juventus Academy coming to Shepparton
An exciting opportunity has arisen for St Anne's College students keen to take their soccer skills to the next level. Juventus Academy Melbourne will run a three-day school holiday clinic at Shepparton Sports City, Brauman St, on April 6, 7 and 8, for boys and girls aged from six to 16. Participants will be trained by Juventus Academy coaches and will also receive an Adidas Juventus Academy kit. Here is the link for those wanting to register for this amazing opportunity:
Adey has hoops of success on the court
School of Innovation Year 9 student Adey Steigenberger has just finished up a very successful basketball season. Adey was selected in the Shepparton Gators U16 Division 1 team. Commitments have included training two times a week and travelling each fortnight to compete against teams such as Wodonga, Bendigo and Traralgon. “It’s fun and I enjoy playing against all of the different teams”, says Adey.
Last weekend saw Adey travel to Traralgon to play Champs. This competition wraps up the season. Adey’s team won all of their games, except for one, taking the team to semi-finals. Unfortunately, a loss by only 10 points in the semis saw Adey’s team miss out on a finals place. Adey says she is sad that the season has ended but is looking forward to trying out for the Gators team again next year. Well done Adey!
- Sarah Baglin, School of Innovation Learning Mentor