Last term we saw a lot of sports disrupted by the large volumes of rain we have received this year. This term started off in a similar way. The Diocesan Cross Country was supposed to be held on the 3rd of May, though it had to be postponed due to the rain making the track unsuitable for holding the event with such large numbers of students. If the rain holds off, it is rescheduled to Tuesday 24th May. We wish those students selected the best of luck if this event goes ahead.

On the same day, we have students from Grade 3 to 6 representing the school in the NSW Schools Cup which will be held at Shoalhaven Netball courts in a round robin style competition against other local schools. Thankyou Mrs Lenihan for organising this day.

On Friday the 29th of April, Taj Goddard, Noah Jamieson and Cooper Green made the trek to St Gregory's College Campbelltown for the Diocese Rugby Union trials. They were blessed with some beautiful weather which has been rare of late. The level of Rugby Union played at the trial was very tough, and the boys are to be commended for their efforts. After 3 hours of a combination of skills and drills and games, overseen by the Illawarra Rugby development squad coaches and Diocese convenors, Taj, Noah, and Cooper were selected to trial for the McKillop Team in Forbes in June. Congratulations to the boys on their passionate dedication to team sports and representing your school and all the best for the upcoming games. 

Taj and Noah also travelled to Canberra, last Friday, to participate in the MacKillop League Trials. The boys were up against some taller and stronger boys who they described as mini men from Sydney, Canberra, Wagga Wagga and Goulburn. The boys played 5 extremely physical games and despite their best efforts they managed to win only one game. Noah and Taj’s talent shone through and they were selected to play in a Probable’s and Possible’s team before the final team was announced. The boys said it was one of the best games they played over the day and despite their best effort they were unsuccessful in making the Mackillop team. Well done to both Noah and Taj for their consistent endeavours on the sporting field. They have both done St Michael’s proud.

Matilda Martin also represented St Michael’s and Wollongong at the Hockey MacKillop trials last Friday. She joined other students from surrounding dioceses to play 7 games. The skill level of the students participating was extremely high and the competition was tough. Matilda was rotated around into different positions and showcased her hockey talent in the hope of making the Mackillop team. Matilda was successful in making the team with 13 other very capable players. She now goes to Tamworth later this week to participate in a weeklong competition. Well done Matilda and we wish you the best of luck. 

The upcoming school athletics carnival is scheduled to be held at Shoalhaven High School on the 26th May. At the carnival all students will complete in the 100m and can nominate to run in the 200 and 800 m races. This year, we a trialling holding a full carnival where students have will have the opportunity to complete in high jump, long jump and shot put. These are open to serious competitors who wish to go onto the next level and represent St. Michael’s at the Wollongong trials. Please log onto Compass for further details. A canteen will run on the day at the carnival though it will not be providing lunch orders.

Here are upcoming sporting dates for Term 2:

Diocesan Cross Country – Tuesday, 24rd May

Netball Schools Cup - Tuesday, 24rd May

Athletics Carnival – Thursday, 26th May

If you have any questions about sports or any upcoming events, please do not hesitate to contact me. 

Regards,

Mr. Allmark 

Sports Co-ordinator