U13 Boys Report

On the 31st March the under 13s soccer team had to get up early to catch a bus to go to Campbelltown for the Wollongong Diocesan Secondary Boys Soccer Championships. When we arrived at the ground we had to get our gear on quickly because we were playing the first game of the day. We played Holy Spirit College, unfortunately we went down to them in the first game. Our second game of the day was against Corpus Christi but again we lost. Our third game of the day was also a loss, it just wasn’t our day on the park. Despite this the team had a great day with lots of camaraderie and fun. We would like to thank Mr Garbutt for transporting us and coaching us on the day.

Archie Faulks (who was named Most Valuable Player by the Chipper’s Coaches)

7-10 Boys Pathways Report

I was very impressed with the year 7-10 squad. All the boys put in an unbelievable effort and did themselves and the school very proud. The maturatuity in between games was fantastic, they boys knew they were representing the school and did so fantastically. Football wise the boys played really well and were a delight to coach, There was a period where we were in second place and looking very likely to qualify in the top four which would have been a fantastic result and thoroughly deserved. The heart and determination to go out and give it everything each game is incredible to see. Special mention to Luke Kolts who dug deep and followed instructions excellently throughout the whole day. The mentality was to go out and win every game and the boys gave it everything. I left the ground a very proud coach, fantastic effort boys.

Anthony Tugral Chipper’s Finishing School Coach

Open Boys Soccer Report

The cross-sectional team with players ranging from Year 9 through to year 12 played some amazing football up at Ocean Park Woonona.

After a great bus ride to have some serious team chat, the boys played 4 rounds in the round robin draw in Pool B. We started off with a tough game against, semi-finalist Magdalene. The boys played hard but the speed and size of the Magdalene boys, certainly was an advantage.

In the next round the boys played some superb football, Dylan 'Mesi' Martos scoring a great goal, as well as Jesse 'Kane' Blackmore, scoring a well-earned goal too. Jesse played some great football throughout the day, and was selected as a shadow player for the Diocesan team.

In the next 2 games we were unable to capitalise and unfortunately did not make the semi-finals.

Some very honourable mentions:

- Sam 'Ramos' Eve at the back

- Bowen 'Bale' Spencer in the middle

- Jet 'De Bruyne' Stromer in the middle

The whole team played some exceptional football, and we look forward to coming back stronger next year!

Mr Cameron 'Klopp' Dribbus

Manager

7-10 Girls Pathways Report

After an early morning start and a long drive to Nowra the under 15's team played their first game against Mt Carmel, followed by St Mary's, St John's and St Benedicts. As the gala day progressed, the skill level, understanding of the game and teamwork improved. St Joseph's was competitive and held their own in all games. Sierra Jayde-Martos scored Joey's only goal against Nowra securing a 1 all draw. Mackenzie Best led her team with some brilliant defense. All players showed massive improvements throughout the day. Undoubtably Isabella Toohey took the prize for the most improved player, saving some magnificent goals in the final round game against St Benedicts.

A huge thank you to Chippers and Kaelah Austin who prepared our teams for this Gala Day. The quality of play and improved skill level of the girls is a credit to the quality coaching received by all. We look forward to seeing what the girls can do next year after another year of coaching.  

Members of the team are :

Jessica Cheetham, Ava Boschiero, Isabella Toohey, Alexs Villella, Kalani Smith, Breanna Cresswell, Leyla Crnogorcevic, Amelia Porter, Mackenzie Best, Tasia Kolyvas, Hunter Graham, Maddi James, Janae Roberston and Sierra Jayde-Martos.

Mrs Linsley - Coach

Open Girls Report

I had the privilege of looking after the Open Girls soccer team at the Diocesan Gala Day. The team consisted of enthusiastic young ladies from years 7-12, which is unusual for an Opens team, and it was awesome to see students from all years supporting and encouraging each other on and off the field.

While we didn’t come away with a win, the players deserve a huge congratulations for the way they approached each game with a positive attitude and exceptional sportsmanship. There were displays of fancy footwork, fierce defending and determined attacking from every player, and all-round stellar performances from Halle Bone, Mackenzie Best, Amelia Porter and Neave Keenan.

A massive thank you also to our student coaches, Alessandro and Munesu. Munesu was great all day, running lines, becoming the official team photographer, and helping out with coaching between games. Alessandro was absolutely brilliant as coach, making sure that all players were warmed up, knew their positions on the field, and got to have a go in their preferred playing positions. He was positive and encouraging all day, and an asset to the team.

Mrs Nascimento