As we finish off the term, I would like to thank every student who has signed up and been nominated for a school team and also put their hand up to assist with any coaching and refereeing at games. I also want to take this opportunity to thank all the coaches who have taken time out of their busy lives to coach students and take teams away. Without our coaches, we would not be able to give students these opportunities. 

I am looking forward to another action packed term ahead beginning with Open Soccer, Dio Cross Country and School Athletics all in the first 2 weeks. Please keep encouraging your children to sign up for a team. There are plenty of new opportunities for students to try next term.

Any questions, please feel free to email me: powers01@dow.catholic.edu.au

Thank you,

Miss Power

Sports Coordinator

Cross Country 

Last week we held our competitor's only school Cross Country. The students who attended faced muddy and wet conditions but persevered to complete their race. Congratulations to all who attended on the day.

Cross Country Age Champions

Diocesan Team

Congratulations to the students who have been selected to represent our school at the next level.

2023 St Joseph’s Representative Team

School Athletics Carnival

Junior Soccer

Congratulations to our Junior Soccer Teams who competed at the Diocesan Gala Day last Friday.

MVPs: 

13yr Girls: 10th Place - Lucinda Akele

7-9 Pathway Girls: 9th Place - Lola Garcia

13yr Boys: 10th Place - Joshua Thiruthanathi

8-10 Pathway Boys: 10th Place - Kade Briant

I would also like to thank our three referees and coaches who attended on the day and helped coach in the lead up to this event.

Referees and assistant coaches:

Noah Bechara, Munesu Marevanhema, Jett Stroemer, Mackenzie Best, Jack Levy, Cohen Smith, Zane Stroemer, Ashton Kouzan

Coaches:

Mrs Luis, Mrs Linsley, Miss Power & Mr Dowdell

13 Girls - Mrs Luis

A great day was had by all the girls. I commend them on their continued efforts throughout the day and their sportsmanship with other teams. Some outstanding skill development is coming through in this team including Lucinda Akele who received MVP on the day. These girls were so motivated in training and it was a pleasure coaching them. 

7-9 Pathways Girls - Mrs Linsley

What a wonderful day! Congratulations to all members of this team who showed determination, perseverance, and enthusiasm. As the day progressed, the team improved, leading to a very dominant game against Corpus, a nil all draw against St John's Nowra, and finally a win against John Therry. A special mention to Kate Mainsbridge, who was thrown at the last minute as the goalie. She made some amazing saves. 

13 Boys - Miss Power

This team showed so much pride and commitment to their training and to each other on the day. It was a pleasure coaching them and watching them grow as a group. Our boys showed fierce determination in every game they played and improved their strategies and tactics as the day went along. Credit to captain Joshua Thiruthanathi who worked hard on the field to bring the ball up to our forwards, even taking the most incredible free kick to just miss the goal. Another special mention goes to goalie Sam Goodwin, who never gave up and the number of goals he saved was unreal! Well done boys, we’ll get them next time! Proud of you all!

8-10 Pathways Boys - Mr Dowdell

On Friday, the Pathway Years 8 - 9 boys travelled to Mt Carmel to play in a CCHS gala day. The day was enjoyed by both players, coaches, and helpers as the weather was perfect and the games were competitive. Unfortunately, we played some powerhouse teams but we were competitive in every game and never gave up.

Open Soccer Teams

Congratulations to the following students who have been selected in our Open Soccer Teams. They will compete at the Diocesan Gala day on Thursday 27th April (Term 2).

St Joseph’s Dance Company

Earlier this week dance auditions were held for the 2023 Dance Company. This company will begin in Term 2, Week 3, Tuesday 8am. The first competition is Wollongong Eisteddfod which will be held on Saturday 1st July at Wollongong IPAC. 

Congratulations to the following students on your selection:

• Myah Bramstedt
• Michaela Pereira
• Chanicqua Cachia
• Zahlia Sinclair
• Hannah Klein
• Alyssa Shepherd
• Emma Judd
• Nikita Toseski
• Amelie Johnston
• Tahlia Tanevski

Term 2 Sporting Teams

JNR Boys & Girls AFL

Nominations Close: Thursday 6th April

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/tXRUgXN2UFAWpVoD8

Netball

Teams available:

7/8 Girls

9/10 Girls

11/12 Girls

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/nx6NjZPgDpmpgFN67

Nominations Close: Thursday 6th April

Hockey

Nominations Close: Monday, 1st May

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/L4eZTsYmmdczHbR39

JNR & SNR Boys Basketball

Nominations Close: Friday 28th April

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/pzXbtW6gTHg8y86F7

Volleyball

Nominations Close: Monday, 1st May

Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/TtadJQTqbd1wZ1im8

Upcoming NSWCCC Trials

Registrations are now open for the 2023 NSWCCC trials.

If your child plays at a high/rep level for their sport and is keen on trialling for an NSWCCC team, please register via the link below:

https://csnsw.sport/

Please note: 

- No late entries are accepted.

- Students attending these trials should be at a representative level/standard.

- Further information regarding each sport is available on the website (see link above)

For assistance with registering your child please see the document below:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kFW57cps5mTHPK7PfJMvpVK4qtM651keNVZcu014gVQ/edit

If there are any further issues please contact me:

powers01@dow.catholic.edu.au

Term 2 - Upcoming Events:

NSWCCC WATER POLO SELECTIONS Open Boys & Girls @ Ryde 1 May CLOSE DATE: 21 April @5pm

NSWCCC AFL SELECTIONS U15s Girls @Wagga Wagga 1 & 2 May CLOSE DATE: 14 April @5pm

NSWCCC Basketball SELECTIONS Open Boys & Girls @ Sutherland 8th May CLOSE DATE: 28 April @5pm

NSWCCC Basketball SELECTIONS U16's Boys & Girls @Sutherland Sutherland 9th May CLOSE DATE: 28 April @5pm

NSWCCC Football SELECTIONS U16's Boys @ Kareela 10 May CLOSE DATE: CLOSE DATE: 28 April @5pm

Sporting Success

From the 30th of March to the 2nd April, the Australian Track and Field Championships were held in Brisbane. Grace qualified to compete at the championships in three events- U20 3000m, 1500m, and 800m. 

Grace decided to drop the 3000m and concentrate on the 800m and 1500m. Running in the first of three heats for the 800m, Grace had a great run crossing the line in 5th position with a new PB of 2.13.62 and finishing in 14th Position overall (the 12th Australian and 3rd NSW competitors across the line as two New Zealanders also competed in the race). Two days later Grace backed up to run the 1500m. With two heats run, Grace finished a credible 17th overall in the final placings - 16th Australian and 4th NSW competitor.   

Overall, Grace had a great weekend of racing at the top level against Australia’s best U20 women. Grace's PB in the 800m also qualifies her to compete at the 2024 Australian Track and Field Championships.  

Congratulations to Tayissa Buchanan who placed 8th in the Australian U20s 800m. She also ran a Youth Games Qualifier to make the National Final. This is an exceptional effort after coming back from injury to find shape at the pointy end of the season. 

If your child has had sporting success outside of school we want to hear about it. 

Please email details to Miss Power (powers01@dow.catholic.edu.au)

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