Sports Report

Glenelg Division Basketball

A massive effort was enacted by our four Yr. 7 and 8 teams in dominating the boards at the recent GD Basketball competition held at HILAC. The Yr. 7 girls went into their 1st game a very strong contender, showing they were a force to be reckoned with as they didn't allow their opposition to score. As their second game was against the same team, rather than have a repeat performance, the coaches agreed to having a ‘friendly’ game and Monivae gave Portland some players to put the game on a more even footing. This game was played in spirit. Thanks to Paul Cleaver for coaching the Yr 7 girls, and Maddison Rhook as the Team manager.

The Yr. 7 boys, coached by Matt Dunn, weren’t about to let the girls show them up and dominated in all their games. It was obvious that this team were very cohesive from the start. Their game plays quickly came together and were well executed. Although not all the players have played together, they quickly learnt each other’s strengths and utilised them. Thanks Matt, for leading the boys from the bench, and your time and effort. Thanks also to Zac Burgess for your assistance as Team Manager.

The Yr. 8 boys were coached by Mr. Ough, and ably assisted by Charlie Alexander. They headed into their first game quietly confident that they could hold off Portland for their first win, which they did. Heading into their second game, the Yr. 8 boys ensured that they were set up for another win, which they did easily. At the end of the day, after an easy win over Heywood, they were victorious in all games.

Lead by our Sports Captain Tahlia Ross, the Yr. 8 girls had a tough first game, although they found their feet and made light work of their opposition in the end. The girls continued to control the Yr. 8 competition and won all their games. Thanks to Belinda Carroll for her assistance as the Yr. 8 girls Team manager.

I would also like to thank Renae Porter for the mammoth effort in coordinating all the umpires for the day. She had a very confident team of umpires from Monivae; Ella Sevior, Tana Nedziwe and Grace Cleaver. Thank you to all Senior students who assisted on the day.

All four teams will head to Ballarat on Friday 28th October. More information will be sent to all basketballers and umpires. 

Clay Target Shooting

With only one School competition completed so far this year, the Monivae Clay Target Shooting Team has made a tremendous start. Having recently competed at the South West Zone Clay Target competition in Noorat, three of Monivae's team members were able to qualify for the State championships which will be held in Echuca at a later date. Congratulations to Alicia Eats, Tom Clark and Hugo Hedley. Tom Clark came home with 2nd place for the Senior boys.

Not only have the team's leaders been impressed by some high scores by everyone, but also by the consistent improvement of newer team members. This only goes to show the effort and commitment that has been put in by all the teachers, parents and volunteers that have given up their own time to come and help out with our weekly training. So on behalf of the team, thank you all!

On Monday 12th September, the Glenelg Division Committee, along with Hamilton Clay Target Club, organised a competition for the Yr. 10-12 students. With only a small number of students from Monivae, Casterton Secondary College and Good Shepherd College, and the weather near perfect, the students enjoyed a 50 target single barrel competition.

Winners from Monivae were:

• 1st Experienced boys – Tom Clark
• 2nd Experienced boys – Joe Cooper
• 3rd Experienced boys - Ryan Ackerley
• 2nd Experienced girls – Jas Powell
• Novice – Best shot – Klay Collins

Congratulations to all the Yr. 10-12 shooters, you conducted yourselves very well.

Last Tuesday we held our House Shooting Competition on yet another perfect day. The shooters competed in a 25tgt S/B competition.

Winners:

Glenelg was the overall winner of the competition, followed by Ffrench, Mitchell and Lonsdale.

We look forward to seeing further great results at the Term 4 Competitions at Coleraine Field and Game, Natimuk Field and Game and Warrnambool Middle School Competition.

Greater Western Region Athletics

GWR Athletics will be held on Thursday 6th October in Ballarat. Students who are competing have been notified via email. More information will be emailed out soon.

Saturday Morning Netball

A reminder to all the Saturday morning netball teams the competition is starting on Saturday 8th October to Saturday 3rd December 2022, and will be played at HILAC. (except for Saturday 8th of October – which will be at Pedrina Park).

Thank you to those that have volunteered their time to assist with the teams. The 15 and under Monivae Blue team still require a team manager. Please advise if you can assist this team – team lists are below.

The fees for the upcoming season are as follows:

• Juniors: Born between 01/01/2005 and 31/12/2011 (11 – 17 years old) & born on or after 01/01/2012 (8-10 year old)
• Victoria Netball Association: $60 (unless already paid)
• HNA GAME FEES: $40 ($5 x 8 rounds)
• HNA Membership Fee: $10
• ** VNA only needs to be paid once for 2022. If paid with another club, please indicate on the form. All Money is payable online for the Hamilton Netball Association via the website 
• https://netballconnect.worldsportaction.com/login or via the NetballConnect App on your Smartphone.

Due to the number of entries for the 15&under and 18&under, these Age groups will be combined, as per Term 1.

All players are required to complete the following forms (emailed to all netball parents) and hand them in to either Belinda Carroll or myself:

• Medical Indemnity & Consent Form 
• Media & Marketing Consent Form 

Things to note:

• All players are to wear the correct Monivae sports uniform. 
• A set of bibs and ball will be provided to each team manager and the team manager will be responsible for these each week. 
• If a player is unable to play, they are to notify their coach and team manager prior to each game to allow time for fill-ins to be organised.
• Each team needs to supply a scorer for each game.
• Fees are to be paid prior to taking the court.

Once a fixture becomes available, it will be sent to all players and a reminder of scheduled games will be sent each week.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Belinda Carroll or myself.

Shout out to ……

Gymnastics

Emme Pollock and Taylor Crane who have been busy with their gymnastics. Early in September the girls competed in Warrnambool.  They placed 5th and 6th place in 3 out of the 4 apparatuses The girls have been training very hard with more than 6 hours of training each week leading up to competitons .  Emme and Taylor are in a team of four Level 4 girls. Their next competitions are the Hamilton competition in October, Portland at the end of October and Natimuk in November. We wish them all the best for the upcoming competitions and look forward to hearing of their successes.

Upcoming Events:

Equestrian

The Wannon Zone Organising Committee are excited to announce that they are having their first Wannon Zone Tetrathlon & Multisport event on October 9th (Shooting clinic on Saturday 8th October).

They are excited to welcome you all as Competitors to the beautiful grounds at Penshurst Pony Club (Racecourse) and hope you will come and help make our event a big success.

The proposed schedule is swimming at 8am at Monivae, followed by a ride and shoot at Penshurst, then finishing with the run also at Penshurst on the racetrack.

Campsites are free, and a full canteen will operate. A yummy dinner is also available on site on Saturday night. ALL WELCOME!

Yards are limited – please BYO yards if you can (any extras also appreciated) or travel in if you are close by. We will assist with additional yards, either portable or nearby if necessary.

Share with everyone far and wide – there is an event for all! Not just for horse riders – if you know any runners, swimmers or someone keen to have a go at laser shooting please send it on. There is a free laser shooting clinic for those who are new or inexperienced. 

Any questions feel free to contact:

Sally 0437864454

Katherine 0427761291

Meaghan 0448271841

Submitted by Sally Mason on behalf of WZ Organising Committee

Sarah Byron 

Sports Coordinator