APRIL/MAY 2018 GENERAL SPORT NEWS Sport has been happening, not only outside the school, but also right here at Wallsend Campus.  Year 10 Rugby League Studies class hosted “Wallsend Does The Commonwealth Games” at the end of Tem 1.  Lunch Time Competitions have been in full swing with students and teachers competing in a variety of sports for the ultimate champion title. Congratulations to the following teams who have been the overall winners for the following sports.  Double Paddle Tennis ‐ Finn McEwen & Mr Kelana House v House I  Volleyball ‐ Ventilation 1st WILLIS  3 on 3 Basketball is currently running during breaks and following this competition will be Cage Soccer and Indoor Soccer. 2nd NASH Students in Years 8, 9 and 10 participated in the annual House v House I on the 25th of May. They competed in a number of sports including Soccer, End 3rd BROOKS Zone, Ultimate Frisbee, Oz Tag and Volleyball to gain points to add to the overall house cup total. Thank you to the Sports Committee for your th exceptional assistance in the setup of the event and for the incorporation of 4 FLETCHER two new sports this year. Congratulations to Willis who were the overall winners for House v House I. Ms Kirbi Masters Sports Organiser

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AFL BOYS U/16s 9s TOURNAMENT: Congratulations to the outstanding Year 9 and 10 boys that were selected to represent the campus at the AFL 9’s tournament at Waratah Oval on Tuesday 3 April. The boys picked up the very different set of rules very quickly from watching and playing their first game. A great team effort across the park from the boys. Standout with a number of screaming contested marks was Cooper Garrett, who also converted the front half marks into goals. Cody Heywood was rock solid all day in the fullback position, whilst Jacob Findlay and Jack Smith worked hard and got a number of tough contested positions in the middle all day. The boys were undefeated and made the Grand Final against a towering St. Pius team. Corey Slingo made a great captain’s call late in the game by moving Aidan Storrie forward where he kicked two quick goals to take the boys within one goal. Unfortunately, time defeated our resurgence. Congratulations to all the boys on a successful and enjoyable day. Thanks also to the parents who helped out and supported the boys on the day! Miss Melanie Yorke Boys AFL Coach

U/15s AND OPEN GIRLS On a stinking hot autumn day, 27 girls from CCWC went on a sporting adventure to Teralba to compete in a Girls only AFL gala day. AFL was quite foreign to the majority of both teams but none‐the‐less, they went out and gave it a go – and boy were they on fire! The under 15s started out shy and a little unsure, but within a few minutes they had their first point. Marnie Robinson and Ebony Woodcock then came through with the goods, each scoring a goal and the game ended on a tie with

Newcastle High. In their second game their confidence came out and a 38 to 1 win with Marnie, Jasmine, Ebony and Hayley all finding the goals. In their last game, the girls had it in the bag in the first half, then St Pius came back in the second. However, they didn’t have enough to take over and CCWC came through with a 25 to 22 win. A shining game seeing Berikah, Jasmine and Marnie all score 6 points. The Open Girls Team also started a bit timid, but quickly fastened their pace. With some beautiful marks and some great kicks the girls were close but lost by 1 point to Newcastle High. The game saw some great skills by Sonniah and Skarlett. Game 2 against Swansea High School saw CCWC go for gold and Olivia Robinson shining all the way home. The third and final game was not our best, but not once did the girls give in! Miss Wilson and Miss Ray are extremely proud of the way the girls conducted themselves on the day and their effort and willingness to try a sport that is often a bit confusing. Our U/15s team finished in a brilliant 3rd place overall and the Open Girls came a great 4th. We look forward to next year! Miss Penny Wilson Girls AFL Coach

FUTSAL U/14 & U/16 BOYS REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS The Regional Futsal Championships were held at Howzat on Monday 21 May. The U/14s team defeated St Joseph’s Aberdeen and Kotara High School to progress through to the semi‐finals. We faced our nemesis St Pius in the semi‐finals who ran out convincing winners. This team will give the competition a big shake up next year as most players were in the U/12 and U/13 age groups. Player’s player‐ Noah Iles Coach’s award ‐ Mason King The U/16s team went into the competition full of confidence and were expecting big things ‐ they did not fail to deliver. They easily topped their pool defeating Newcastle Grammar and Toronto High School. They faced Kotara High School (2) in the semi‐finals in a nail biting affair, which saw extra time golden goal employed. Matt Berrigan was our saviour scoring the goal to put us into the final, facing Kotara High School (1). We unfortunately suffered a few injuries which made it hard for us to compete with a red hot Kotara team. Player’s player‐ Seb Graham Coach’s award‐ Tyson Stamalatos Mr Brenden Kelana Boys Futsal Coach

REGIONAL GIRLS FUTSAL CHAMPIONSHIPS The U/14 and U/16 girls competed at the Regional Futsal Championships at Howzat. Both teams played extremely well and dominated all their pool games. Both teams topped their pools and qualified first in their pools. The U/14 team went through the tournament undefeated and beat Newcastle HS 5‐3 in the final. The U/16 team were defeated 3‐2 in the final by St Pius, but they did secure a spot in the State Finals. U/14 Player’s player‐ Montana Quick U/14 Coach’s Award‐ Jorja Brown U/16 Player’s player‐ Eloise Metcalfe U/16 Coach’s Award‐ Jayde Platford Mr Brenden Kelana Girls Futsal Coach

LAWN BOWLS Lachlan Evans, Max Burrell and Ben Jolley travelled to Bulahdelah on Friday 25 May to compete in the Lawn Bowls HSSA Championships. The boys were the winners of their pool and progressed to the semi‐finals. Unfortunately, they lost the semi‐final but should be very proud of their effort and sportsmanship throughout the day. Congratulations to Lachlan Evans who has been selected for the Hunter team. Great achievement, Lachlan! Mrs Amanda Phillips Lawn Bowls Coach

RUGBY LEAGUE U14’s BUCKLEY SHIELD On Tuesday 10 April the U14s Boys Buckley Shield team competed in a gala day at Windale. The team won 3 games against Kotara, Newcastle and Lake Munmorah, with one loss against Belmont High. From these results the team finished 2nd in their respective pool and progressed through to the Super 8’s final on Wednesday 2 May. Congratulations to Noah Iles who was voted Player’s Player. Other standout performers were Taison Williamson, Preston Conn & Banjo Davies. The team upset Hunter River High 12‐4 in the Hunter Region quarter final, then went on to defeat a very strong Rutherford team in the Hunter Region Semi Final 22 ‐ 12. Player's Player = Taison Williamson Coach's Award = Mika Stewart The team contested the Hunter Region Buckley Shield Grand Final at Grange Oval Maryland. The boys were defeated 14 ‐ 12 by a very strong team. Standout performers were Preston Conn, Noah Iles (2 tries), Mika Stewart and Jacob West. We will now progress through to the NSWCHS final 20 knockout stage and play away against a high school from Goulburn (Mulwaree High School) on Tuesday 19 June. Mr Andrew Johnson Boys Rugby League Coach

U/14s & U/16s KNIGHTS KNOCKOUT Both teams had two new coaches to run them through their games for this Knockout and students were well organised to manage this change. U/14s had Kotara forfeit their first game, a loss and two wins. The loss was unfortunate, as the boys played well throughout the day and with a little more time on the clock could have come up with the win. Coach’s award ‐ Preston Conn Player’s player ‐ Jacob West U/16s only had 12 players available but were competitive in all their games with limited players available. They came away with a draw, a win and 2 losses. Thanks to Paul Williamson and Feonah Gibbons for all your help throughout the day. Ms Kirbi Masters Sports Organiser

SOCCER BOYS BILL TURNER CUP Our first round opponents were Macquarie College. We went into the game with a few key players missing and an injury to Blake Carter which would make our job much more difficult. We started the game well which saw us dominate the midfield through the hard work of Mason King and Matt Berrigan. We created some great chances which Ahmed Ali was nearly able to capitalise on. Ahmed Ali scored a great goal thanks to a great through ball from Thomas Tattersall. Unfortunately, Macquarie College made the most of their chances and won 2‐1. The team played extremely well and should go into next year’s competition full of confidence. Man of the Match: Matt Berrigan Coach’s Award: Noah Iles. Mr Brenden Kelana Boys Soccer Coach

GIRLS BILL TURNER CUP ROUND 1 v CARDIFF HIGH SCHOOL Two very competitive sides battled on an extremely hot day at CC Wallsend Ovals. Both teams had good opportunities to score; however, it was a great defensive effort from Tori Johnson which allowed her to put the ball in the far bottom corner to have CCWC leading at half time 1‐0.

The girls were playing and communicating well and this was reflected in their opening 5 minutes of the second half with Eloise Metcalfe controlling the midfield and Jorja Brown causing havoc down the right flank. It was Jorja Brown down the right flank, coupled with a tremendous cross that saw Tori Johnson score a double in what was a great team goal 8 minutes into the second half. CC Wallsend played very well in the second half to close the match, coming out winners 2‐0. Coach's award: Eloise Metcalfe.

ROUND 2 v KOTARA HS CC Wallsend defeated Kotara High School 4 ‐ 1. Goal scorers were Jayde Platford (2), Tiahna Skelton and Tori Johnson at Lugar Park, Kotara South. Our girls played extremely well on a rock hard pitch, dominating Kotara for the majority of the game. The girls played well technically, creating numerous chances through great build up from the backline through to the midfield. Coach's award: Jayde Platford.

ROUND 3 v St PHILLIPS WARATAH CC Wallsend defeated St Phillips Waratah 4 ‐ 0. Jorja Brown scored 2 goals, with Caitlyn Dzananovic and Eloise Metcalfe scoring one goal each. It was a cold, wet and very windy morning at Smith Park, Hamilton North. The score could have easily hit double figures for our girls, however our shooting "radar" wasn't on during this game. That said, the girls again dominated in extremely tough conditions to completely outplay their opposition and were never threatened. We now play an extremely strong and talented Hunter Sports High School in the Newcastle/Lake Macquarie Regional Semi‐Final. This will be a great experience for our girls and we look forward to the challenge ahead. Coach's award: Jorja Brown Mr Michael Psarris Girls Soccer Coach

SOFTBALL Good news from the Girls Open Knockout Softball at Stevenson Park. Our combined Girls Softball team has progressed to the CHS State Finals after defeating 17‐1, and having a 6 all draw with Hunter Sports High School. On a count back average Callaghan College were declared the last Hunter team into the state finals. Lots of fun, courage, skill development and professionalism were on display by the girls. Beautiful team work and performance by all of our girls and relentless pitching and catching accuracy by Olivia Moore and Jessie Bakewell. Our team consisted of: Olivia Moore (C), Jessie Bakewell, Kyeisha Beale, Sophie Henderson, Charlie Little, Maddison McGuigan, Leili Mohu, Ella Moriarty, Carla Noble, Alexis Powell, Alex Tagaroulias, Sonniah Waiyo and Kyah Waters. Well done girls ‐ we are extremely proud of your efforts. Thanks to Helen Greentree, Danielle Moore, Michael Nixon and Susie Henderson for their support of the team. Mrs Karen White Girls Softball Coach

TENNIS OPEN GIRLS KNOCKOUT TENNIS On Monday 21 May, Ava Darby, Mikayla Harrod, Olivia Moore and Lily Spooner played Round 2 of the Girl State Knockout Tennis Competition against Maitland Grossman High School. The girls played singles matches followed by doubles, coming away with a convincing win. This put the team through to the Round 3, 4 and 5 Gala Day at District Park Tennis Club on Wednesday 23 May. In Round 3 the team met a very experienced Whitebridge High School team consisting mostly of Year 11 & 12 students. They played singles matches, followed by doubles then reverse doubles. Unfortunately, the girls lost this round but were excellent representatives for CCWC. Miss Sophie Ray Tennis Coach

TOUCH BOYS 9/10 ALL SCHOOLS KNOCKOUT The Year 9 and 10 boys touch team competed at the Year 9 and 10 NSW All Schools Knockout at Newcastle City Touch Fields on Friday 6 April 2018. The team was successful in winning their first 5 pool games and moved into the quarter finals with their comprehensive efforts. The semi‐final against Tomaree (Nelson Bay) was always going to be a challenge and the boys were defeated 3‐1. There were some outstanding performances from Jack Smith and Aidan Storrie who led from the front but the rookie touch players, including Jake Borrowdale, Jacob Findley and Bailey Chapman, showed some real promise. Mr Nathan Jones Boys Touch Coach

GIRLS 9/10 ALL SCHOOLS KNOCKOUT The CCWC Year 9 and 10 girls touch team competed at the All Schools event on Friday 6th April. The girls started the day with a 4‐0 win against Wyong High School. This game was followed by a very close game against St Pius X High School who had most of the possession but could not penetrate the girl’s outstanding defence. Late in the game, through great teamwork, the girls scored a try and the game finished 1‐0. The next game in our pool was against Maitland Grossman HS. The girls came out firing and scored a quick try to start the game. Again the girls displayed outstanding defence throughout the game and the end result was 3‐0. As the girls were at the top of the pool, we had another game in the pool round against the team coming fourth. This meant we were up against Wyong again. CCWC again played well and finished the game 3‐1. This meant the girls finished top of the pool, undefeated, and progressed to the quarter finals where they met St Joseph's Aberdeen. CCWC scored the first try but St Joseph's fired back with 2 quick tries. The girls played well and broke through for a late try making it a draw at full time. This meant the girls had to play drop off. The girls again played brilliantly throughout drop off and with only 3 girls left on each team, Tiahna managed to streak away for the winning try. This meant CCWC progressed to the semi‐finals where we met St Jospeh's Central Coast. The St Joseph's team started well and after many attempts penetrated our defence and scored a try. The girls played well but could not find their momentum and went down 2‐0. The girls played with great spirit and determination, worked extremely well as a team and supported and encouraged each other throughout the day. The team consisted of: Sarah Del Bianco, Skarlett Eastman, Jayde Platford, Tiahna Skelton, Lily Spooner, Sonniah Waiyo, Kyah Watters, Olivia Whitcher, Ebony Woodcock, Paige Worley and Taylor Worley. While all players gave their best in each and every game, Kyah Watters was superb throughout the day and receives the Coach's award. Mrs Amanda Phillips Girls Touch Coach

WALLSEND CAMPUS DOES THE COMMONWEALTH GAMES Mr Johnson’s Year 10 Rugby League studies class hosted a Commonwealth Games themed Gala Day on Monday 9 April as part of their Event Management Assessment Task. One hundred and forty students represented sixteen Commonwealth countries and competed in two tiers throughout 8 sports. The students were encouraged to wear their respective Country colours. The event was extremely successful and definitely provided an authentic experience for the Year 10 students in regards to organising a large school‐based event. Congratulations to India who were crowned champions of the day. Special mention to the Kenyan and Malaysian teams for their outstanding national pride in their costumes. Another brilliant sporting initiative at Wallsend Campus. Mr Andrew Johnson PDHPE Head Teacher

CONGRATULATIONS LACHLAN TRESSIDER Lachlan has been competing in Barefoot Water‐ski Tournaments and recently competed at the National Championships. He did really well with a 6th place overall after being in the sport for 6 months. More importantly, his potential was noticed and he has been chosen in the Australian Junior Team to compete at the 2020 World Championships. Congratulations, Lachlan!

UPCOMING SPORTING EVENTS  U/15s AFL ‐ Wednesday 13 June  U/13s & U/15s Knights Knockout ‐ Friday 15 June  Futsal State Finals 18/19 June at Broadmeadow Stadium  U/14s NSW State Final v Mulwaree High ‐ Tuesday 19 June  Girls Rugby League Knights Knockout Finals Day ‐ Tuesday 19 June  Transition Soccer Gala Day ‐ Wednesday 20 June at Federal Park  Girls Bill Turner Semi v Hunter Sports ‐ Wednesday 20 June  Coburn Cup: Year 8 Gala at Lambton High ‐ Thursday 21 June  State of Origin Excursion ‐ Sunday 24 June  U/16s Girls 9 a‐side Rugby League ‐ Thursday 5 July

THOSE WERE THE DAYS….. STAFF PROFILE – Miss Melanie Yorke What sports do/did you play? Water polo, touch football, Oz tag and netball What is your greatest sporting achievement? Sportsperson of the Year in high school What is the hardest sport? Swimming Why? Having to be so self‐motivated What team do you follow? Geelong Cats What were your favourite subjects at school? PE and Maths What is something you can’t live without? Sport, Family, Food What is something that makes you really angry? People that can’t take feedback and dishonesty Who was your childhood hero? My dad Where do you see yourself in 10 years’ time? Still playing sport, and teaching Maths and PE What do you enjoy about sport? Friendships, good time out and being fit and healthy

Interviewed by Eloise Metcalfe and Jones

GETTING TO KNOW YOU….. SPORT COMMITTEE MEMBER – Eloise Metcalfe What sports do you play? Soccer and Futsal What team do you follow? Chelsea What are your favourite subjects at school? PE and PASS What is something you can’t live without? Friends, Family, Sport, Food and Vines What is something that makes you really angry? Breaking trust and people that sign up for a sport but don’t contribute to it Who is your childhood hero? My mum What do you enjoy about sport? Getting out, being fit and healthy, finding friends with similar interests

SPORT COMMITTEE MEMBER – Connor Perrett What sports do you play? Soccer, Cricket and Athletics What team do you follow? St George Illawarra Dragons in the NRL What are your favourite subjects at school? PE, Science and PASS What is something you can’t live without? Family and ice cream What is something that makes you really angry? When someone bullies another person Who is your childhood hero? David Warner (Australian Cricketer) What do you enjoy about sport? Staying fit and healthy and working as a team and encouraging people to do their best.