Warm conditions greeted the students on Tuesday, 13 February making for a high participation rate as students sought to ‘cool off’ and earn a point for their house.  Congratulations to GORDON on claiming the overall title!  A combination of highly competitive swims from nominated swimmers and significant participation rates from others was clearly the recipe for success and the help of a Gordon stalwart Mr Ian Evans. 

As always, the carnival extended beyond a regular sporting event with a range of participation activities that added to the fun atmosphere of the day including house chants.  Year 11 Sports Captains were exemplary in their leadership of students in their house to encourage each member to participate in swimming, singing, dancing and overall participation to ensure that students and staff were able to enjoy the day.  This leadership in creating a house culture is what continues to make our carnival unique.

A huge thank you must also be extended to the Taree Torpedoes for assisting with their resources and time.  Thanks also to the YMCA for providing a wonderful facility.  We certainly must thank the hard-working staff of St Clare’s for ensuring that the day runs smoothly whether that be through starting, timekeeping, marshalling, catering, supervising and everything in between. 

We were able to welcome parents/carers and families to the event.  A significant sense of community on the day is created by the support of parents/carers and families.  It is great to be able to welcome new families each year and, for those who continue to support the event, we extend a big thank you. 

House Standings and Age Champions 

House Standings 

Gordon – 1555 points
Kendall - 1530 points
Lawson - 1271 points
Paterson – 1036 points

Age Champions 

12 Years
BOYS – Samuel Mitchell
GIRLS – not contested

13 Years
BOYS – Carter Cox
GIRLS – Adele Whitehouse-Miotto

14 Years
BOYS – Blake Stewart
GIRLS – Yasmin Cassidy

15 Years
BOYS – Dallas Agnew
GIRLS – Sophie Scislo

16 Years
BOYS – Kai De Bono
GIRLS – Miley Cox

17+ Years
BOYS – Samuel Jackman
GIRLS – Gemma Eady-Muxlow

Students who have finished in the top two places at the school event have gained an invitation to the Diocesan Championships to be held on Wednesday, 6 March at The Forum University of Newcastle pool.  This list has been placed on the Sport Notice Board and students have been notified via email. 

Luke Rowe
School Sport & Representative Sport Coordinator