T1W6 Sport Fixtures

T1W6 Co-curricular Programme

 

Tom Bradbury | Assistant Director Co-Curricular Activities

It was wonderful to witness the announcement of captains across our various co-curricular activities at this morning’s co-curricular assembly.  Each of the following captains has been chosen to lead their respective teams.  Congratulations to our newly appointed captains:

Cricket – Kira Holmes

Netball – Amelia Meek

Swimming – Emily Rhodes and Chase Naylor

Futsal – Bradley Cook

Equestrian – Georgia Rohde

Cattle Club – Bridie Shooter

Pipe Band

Drum Sergeant: Dhanyil Jackson, Isabel Mauch, Shona McFarland, Talia Simmers

Pipe Sergeant: Georgia Hackett

Pipe Major: Abby Dalziel

Drum Major: Aidan Ryan

Week 5 was a busy one in the co-curricular sphere, with various students putting in extra effort in a bid to be selected at the first of the representative trials.  Here is an overview of the week’s activities:

Southern Downs Swimming Trials

On Monday sixteen of our 9-12 year old swimmers headed down to the WIRAC for the Southern Downs Trials. All competitors put in a tremendous effort with some outstanding performances across the team.

Age Championships came thick and fast with Hannah Bourke and Colby Miller taking out the 9 years championships. Bridie Hutchison was not to be outdone claiming the 10 years girls age championship, while Bailey Harm (11 years) and Samuel Bourke (12 years) smashed their opposition to take their respective age championships. Bailey went one step further to be named Champion Swimmer of the Meet with several outstanding, and in some cases, record breaking performances.

Following their outstanding qualifying performances, nine of our participating students claimed spots in the Southern Downs Team to attend the Darling Downs Championships next Wednesday in Gatton. These swimmers are:

Hannah Bourke, Bridie Hutchison, Ellyse Kruger, Connie-Anne Sue Tin, James Bourke, Samuel Bourke, Bailey Harm, Lewis May and Colby Miller

We congratulate these young champions and wish them well at the Darling Downs Championships next week.

Border District Sport Trials

On Tuesday we hosted approximately 350 students at SCOTS and across three other Warwick playing locations to conduct the Border District Winter Trials.

We congratulate the following students on their selection to Border District Teams for the Darling Downs Trials in future weeks.

Basketball – Oscar Evans (Open), Makybe Edwards, Bryoni Marshall, Amelia Cook, Summer Jacks, Jekeira Major, Thalia Saunders (U15, Eric Spiteri, Evan Doughboy, Brandan Waters (U15)

Football – Bradley Cook, Lucy Jackson-Sharpe (Open), Zara Kruger, Madison Kane (U15)

Rugby League – Ryan Balint, Beau Kendall, Lachlan Titus, Jack Kenny, Anthony Hodges (Open)

Netball – Amelia Meek

Futsal Round 3

This week the boys teams all lost, but the quality of play is certainly on the improve. The Years 5/6 boys were narrowly beaten 4-3 in the last seconds of the game while the Years 7/8 team has Wilsonton SHS all locked up at 3-3 when they lost their playing shape and let two late goals in to finish up with a 5-3 loss. The Years 9/10 team came back to earth with a thud after their impressive win last week when they faced ladder leaders, Downlands. The boys just could not hit the back of the net and succumbed to a 6-0 loss. There is certainly potential there, but cool heads are needed to form what could be some great combinations. Finally, the Years 11/12 team faced the ladder leaders in Highfields SHS with their older and more experienced line up. The boys frustrated with excellent defence from Samuel Proudlove and Hayden Coleman. The mid court of Hamish Swift, Josh Bailey, Tom Fender and Jack McFarland rotated regularly to keep fresh legs in the contest, which enabled Carl Gray and Bradley Cook to launch numerous attacking raids on the opposition’s goal. However, it was surely a miraculous performance by goalkeeper Daniel McNamara that truly kept us in the game and frustrated Highfields the most. His agility and ability to keep getting up to defend with double saves and all manner of pretzel-like movements and shapes was outstanding.

Wednesday afternoon the Years 5-7 Girls put up a great fight to go down narrowly to ladder leaders Downlands 3-4 in a very hard fought affair.

Thursday the Years 9/10 girls won 4-2 with two great second half screamers from Millie Groves to seal the match. Lucy Jackson-Sharpe and Madison Kane were stand outs with ball at feet. The Years 11/12 girls fought hard and showed glimpses of brilliance against a very good Highlands College outfit, but went down 5-0. Amelia Meek on debut was very sound whilst Rosemary McDonald continues to show she can turn her hand to any sport. Bridget Christensen and Arena Wheeler were rock solid in their defence but our defensive shape often fell apart.

T20 Cricket v St Mary’s, Toowoomba

This week saw the First XI travel up the New England to Heritage Oval in Toowoomba where they faced the powerhouse that is St Mary’s College. Boasting at least 2 Queensland representatives the side did their best on the beautifully prepared Heritage Oval pitch.  Unfortunately, we were outclassed by a very speedy pace attack despite some valiant resistance that included a few solid shots around the park. Next week we will complete our pool rounds with a trip to Stanthorpe to face State High School. A huge thank you to Mr Bolton for his leadership and support of our boys.

Basketball v Centenary Heights

Last Friday the College hosted Centenary Heights SHS from Toowoomba. The evening was well attended and supported by students and the atmosphere was very supportive for our teams but unfortunately, enthusiasm was not enough to overcome the size and speed of our opponents. This Friday the girls face St Ursula’s at St Ursula’s whilst the boys turn to the rugby field due to a bye in our pool. All teams will travel to St Mary’s on March 8^th for our final pool games against St Mary’s and St Saviours.

Strategy Games Club

A new take on an old favourite. In an attempt to bolster numbers, the Chess Club will become Strategy Games Club commencing Week 2 of Term 2. If you are interested at all in games that make you think or even challenge your thinking, then this is for you. Direqt Message Mr Stephen Anastasi as the co-ordinator of the group with your expression of interest and a list of the games you might be interested in pursuing.

The Flying Scotsman Runners Club

Starting next week Mr Sandy Dalziel, Mr Peter Campbell and myself will be commencing run club for all ages, abilities, and interests. We meet on the steps of the John Muir Sports Hall at 6.45am for the 12 years and up, whilst the 11yrs and younger will take part in training on Buss Oval from 8am til 8.25am.

Netball Wrap up – Amelia Meek | Netball Captain

Our third round of fixtures in the Senior Ladies Netball Competition was not as successful as our previous games, with both teams losing their games. Despite this, the girls kept their heads up and continued to display good sportsmanship as always. The SCOTS 1 team played our rivals, Strikers, who came runner up to us in C grade last year, proving we have some good competition for the season. The SCOTS 2 team went down 32-22 to Steelers but showed great determination and teamwork against some much more experienced and taller players. We are looking forward to starting training and improving our skills and teamwork across both teams for what will be a competitive but enjoyable season.