As our newsletter arrives today, we have just finished our St Patrick’s Day celebrations. This morning, we celebrated Mass together as a Catholic community and commissioned our 2024 Student Leaders. This was followed by a celebration lunch with the Student Executive, their parents/guardians, staff and other guests. At the completion of lunch the all important St Patrick’s Day Cup commenced, with an afternoon full of fun filled activities.
I hope that our students will come home and tell you that they have had a great day and that today they feel a special connection to St Patrick’s College, to their House and to their Tutor Group.
I am grateful to each staff member who contributed and played a role in the success of today. The organisation for such a day requires much planning and preparation over a long period of time.
Happy St Patrick’s Day to you all for this Sunday 17 March. St Patrick's Day is certainly a day to celebrate all things Irish.
May love and laughter light your days and warm your heart and home.
ALL THINGS ST PATRICK’S COLLEGE
As we conclude Week 6 of Term 1 and I glance over what has already happened this year and what is to come for the rest of the term, I am reminded of all the parts that make St Patrick’s College the thriving place that it is.
I am amazed by the many ways that our students can connect with their peers and with staff - strengthening connections to our community. Over this term, staff and students have been working on a Performance Project that includes a Wakakirri piece. You will have the opportunity to attend this performance at the Princess Theatre on Friday 10 May, so be sure to save the date as ticket sales will be advertised soon. Sporting events are all well underway including Rowing, Athletics, Basketball, Tennis and Cricket.
Last weekend our 1st XI Cricketers, captained by Thomas Dwyer, played Hutchins in the SATIS State Final in Hobart. The team has been exceptional throughout the season. In an outstanding display of sportsmanship and determination, our boys brought home the win. The result in two innings was exceptional. Congratulations to all involved throughout the season.
Tomorrow our rowers will represent the College at the Head of the River Regatta. We look forward to seeing our Rowers on the lake and celebrating the day with our rowing staff and families. Rowing is a sport that requires incredible commitment, and I am extremely grateful to all involved for what they provide our students.
This weekend we will also have a team of staff and students in Relay for Life, raising awareness and funds for the Cancer Council. If you would like to support our team please use the following link here.
There are many things that have happened at the College over these past six weeks, and it has been pleasing to see the work that is going on in our classrooms. Moving around the College and chatting with staff and students, it is evident that students are engaged in their learning, focused and being respectful in the way they are approaching each lesson and the tasks they are completing. I thank each of our students and our staff for this.
Our Mobile Phone Policy is having a positive impact around the College. Thank you for supporting this, and for encouraging your child to follow this and all our College Protocols respectfully.
I will be taking leave from the end of Term 1 through to the end of Week 5 in Term 2. During this time, I will be participating in a Pilgrimage, walking a part of the Camino.
Mrs Kim McInnes will be stepping in as Acting Principal and our Deputy Principals, Mr Patrick Moroney and Mrs Lindsey Hills, will be assisting during my absence. I know St Patrick’s College is in good hands and that the community will support them during my time away.
COMMUNICATIONS
We are continuing to work on improvements to our Communication methods at the College, and are currently moving towards using SchoolBox for all College communications. The process of moving to SchoolBox has commenced and our plan is to have all communication on SchoolBox by the end of Term 2.
Please ensure that you can access Schoolbox. Instructions for accessing your account are included in the Schoolbox Tips section in this Newsletter.
All the best for a great fortnight ahead.
Catholic Identity & Mission
Day of Mercy
Project Compassion
The theme of Project Compassion 2024 is ‘For All Future Generations’. It is an expression of hope and reminds us that the good that we do today, will extend and impact the lives of generations to come. It invites us to make the world a better place by working together now and finding long-term solutions to global issues.
Each year, St Patrick's College encourages students to donate to Project Compassion by bringing in their loose change to Tutor or Homegroup. Our Student Executive will also be running a BBQ and Crazy Hat Day on March 19, with proceeds going to Project Compassion.
As Relay for Life draws near, we extend a warm invitation to all members of the St Patrick’s College community to join our team or help by supporting one of our existing members. We’re relaying to recognise and celebrate local cancer survivors, honour those going through a cancer experience and their carers, to remember loved ones lost and raise money to help save future lives.
Students, Old Collegians, family, friends, staff and former staff are all welcome to be a part of this fantastic cause. Visit the team page to sign up or sponsor a team member!
Date: 1:00pm, Saturday, March 16 - 9:00am, Sunday, March 17
By Mrs Lindsey Hills, Acting Deputy Principal – Learning & Achievement
Moderation Day
On Thursday 28 March, Year 10-12 students will have a student-free day to provide Senior School Teachers with an opportunity to engage in state-wide moderation. Teachers from Government, Catholic and Independent Schools meet twice a year to engage in moderation for Year 11-12 TASC subjects. This first Moderation Day provides teachers with an opportunity to improve consistency in assessment judgments, improve student learning outcomes and provide students with feedback to progress learning. Year 10 teachers will also engage in internal moderation on this day.
Senior School Students (Year 10-12) are not permitted on campus on this day. Please note that Year 7 - 9 students will continue to attend school as normal on this day. The bus timetable for students in Years 7-9 will continue to operate as usual.
Teacher Development Technology: Enhancing Teaching Practices
As part of the College's ongoing dedication to enhancing teaching and learning practices, this year we will continue to provide teachers with an opportunity to record selected lessons to assist them to reflect on and refine their teaching practice.
These recordings serve the purpose of self-analysis, aiding teachers to identify areas where they can enhance their teaching practice. Moreover, these recordings may be shared with fellow teachers within the school, facilitating constructive feedback on teaching approaches. This endeavor is designed to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement among our teaching staff.
We want to assure you that the privacy and confidentiality of our students remains paramount. The recordings will be utilised for professional development purposes and will not be disclosed to anyone outside the College. Access to these recordings will be restricted to designated staff members only, and safeguards will prevent any possibility of copying, sharing, or distributing them beyond the designated platform. Importantly, the focus of the recordings will solely be on the teacher and their teaching practice. Thank you for your continued support of our College and our teachers. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to make contact.
Parent-Student-Teacher Meetings
The College will be holding Parent Teacher Interviews on Wednesday 10 April in Week 10 of Term 1, rather than at the start of Term 2 as it has been in previous years. This adjustment is aimed at providing you with timely insights into your child's academic progress and address any concerns prior to the commencement of the new term.
The interviews are held at the College on Wednesday, 10 April, from 4:00pm until 8:30pm. Parents/Guardians can access Schoolbox to read ongoing feedback comments, assessments and review attitude and application rubrics from teachers. This feedback can provide insight into your student’s progress and guide your decision as to whether you would like to make a Parent Teacher Interview booking.
Interviews can be booked online using the online booking system PTO from 7.00am Thursday 28 March until midnight Monday 8 April. You will receive a letter on 25 March with your login details. Please note, you will not be able to log in prior to 7.00am Thursday 28 March. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to make their bookings early, as the appointment schedule will be more convenient the earlier you go online.
The PTO website portal is available by clicking on or typing the following link in your web browser: https://bookings.parentteacher...
PTO App Bookings can also be made by using the PTO Mobile App. The App can be downloaded on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store and you can find St Patrick’s College using the code: aprmz
If you encounter any problems using either the PTO website or App, please contact Mrs Nicole Cullen, Personal Assistant to Deputy Principal Learning & Achievement, on 6341 9988 or ncullen@stpatricks.tas.edu.au.
Work experience and work placements aim to provide students with an opportunity to relate their studies and career aspirations to the workplace, helping them prepare for the demands and expectations for the world of work and make informed career decisions.
Students also learn about:
The various workplaces they visit
The types of education and training required to enter different occupations
How a career might fit within their own life
Work experience is available for students in Year 9 to Year 12. We encourage students to go out in the last week of term or holidays.
To find out how to apply and the process involved, please visit the Future Pathways Team.
Letz Live 2025
Applications for Letz Live 2025 Gap Assistant positions are currently open until 2 April 2024.
Letz Live provides paid overseas Gap Year opportunities for working in educational settings across New Zealand, Thailand, and the United Kingdom. All positions are paid, with participants receiving food and accommodation during the school term. The Letz Live program offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a few exciting cultures, gain independence and make lasting connections around the world before returning to Australia to pursue tertiary or career ambitions.
Participants depart between January and April 2025 and will finish in September 2025. More information can be found here.
Interested students are encouraged to apply early via their website www.letzlive.org to avoid potential disappointment.
Upcoming webinars are also available to provide more information about Letz Live programmes, if you would like to join a webinar please register here.
Please do not hesitate to contact Letz LIve's Queensland office on (07) 5527 1822 or by email, info@letzlive.org.
2024 Year 12 Tasmania Police Career Development Program
Apply NOW for the Tasmania Police Career Development Program for 2024 July and October school holidays.*
Collect an application pack from Future Pathways.
Requirements include:
Résumé with passport size photo
Handwritten document outlining why you should be selected for the course and why you want to be a Police Officer
Letter of recommendation from a Teacher
*Please note: Limited Numbers
Applications must be submitted into Future Pathways by Friday 21 March.
Jordan Enright has again been provided the opportunity to attend the National Mountain Bike Championships in Lake Macquarie, NSW to compete in the Australian National MTB XCC and XCO competitions. Congratulations Jordan!
Maths Reminder - Bring Your Calculators
By Mr Doug Harmon, Head of Learning – Maths (Yrs 9-12)
Mathematics plays a crucial role in students' academic development, and having the necessary tools readily available can greatly enhance the student learning experience. While mental math skills are invaluable, calculators can assist in tackling more complex problems, allowing students to explore mathematical concepts with greater depth and efficiency. Calculators are also required for the majority of assessment tasks students will undertake throughout the school year.
I kindly request that students please remember to bring a calculator to each math lesson. If a student does not have a calculator, one will need to be purchased.
As per the 2024 booklist, we recommend the Casio fx-82AU PLUS II 2nd Edition Scientific Calculator. This has a recommended retail price of approximately $40-45 and can be purchased from our booklist provider - Phil Hughes Office Solutions, or other retail stationery store.
Thank you for your cooperation and ongoing support in your child's education. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact your respective Maths teacher.
Student & Community News
Mary MacKillop Library - Introducing CloudSource
By Mr James McGoran, Head of Library and Information Services
CloudSource Open Access
New for 2024, we are excited to announce a recent addition to our library resources: CloudSource Open Access. This database is available now through the Library catalogue, and the best part is, no login is required! Even parents/guardians and siblings can access resources.
With over 60+ million articles and access to over 110,000 peer-reviewed journals, CSOA provides a wealth of relevant and current knowledge at your fingertips.
Simply search for your keywords in the catalogue and then click on “Databases” at the top of the search result page.
The database is completely open access, meaning once you have found an article, you can just click and go.
One of the key features of CSOA is its powerful searching and filtering capabilities. Whether you are looking for specific articles or conducting in-depth research, you can easily find what you need.
In addition to the extensive collection of articles, CloudSource also offers citation tools and advanced research features. You can easily generate citations for your references and take advantage of interlinked references between articles. Furthermore, author notes and links to other related material published alongside articles provide a comprehensive research experience.
To make your research even more organised, CloudSource Open Access allows you to build lists of articles and share pre-made searches. This feature is particularly useful for collaborative projects or when you want to save and revisit articles later.
If you have any questions or need assistance with accessing CloudSource Open Access, please don't hesitate to reach out to the Library staff. We will be more than happy to help you.
CloudSource Open Access will greatly enhance your research capabilities and provide valuable resources for your academic pursuits. So, don't wait any longer - start exploring this incredible collection today.
Happy researching!
Cultural Co Curricular Update
By Mr Alex Wadley, Cultural Coordinator
We are now five weeks into the term and there has been a steady hum of activities taking place across the College in a range of areas.
The Performance Project is shaping up to be a phenomenal event, with the rehearsals already showcasing the immense talent we have in the creative arts space. The dancing in particular, is already breathtaking and I truly cannot wait to see the final product on May 10. Tickets on sale soon!
Parents please feel encouraged to reach out to myself between now and the end of Week 7, as up until that point, we can still add students to the project. Often the early hustle and bustle of the school year means students miss out, and aren’t confident in asking to get involved; however, there is still time.
Debating is in full flight with many rostered competitions involving schools across Northern Tasmanian. PIC, Josh Martin, and Junior PIC, Gerald McDonagh, are doing a great job in gaining new recruits and helping these students develop compelling and articulate arguments. Any parent wishing to get their child into debating should email jmartin@stpartricks.tas.edu.au.
The Chess club are looking for new members under new PIC Jarrod Fawdry.
LitWits Book Club have begun their meetings for our many bookworms across the College, as have Public Speaking, Environment Committee, Senior Ethics, Bagpipes and Future Sounds.
What other cultural activities can my child participate in? The list is (nearly) endless.
Bagpiping
Future Sounds (Contemporary music/bands)
Chess Club
Debating
Drama Club
Duke of Edinburgh
Environment Committee
Ethics Olympiad
Filmmaking Club
Gardening Club
LitWits Book Club
Public Speaking
Student2Student Reading Program
Tabletop Games
Textiles and Design Club
Tournament of the Minds
Vinnies Group
Writer's Society
There really is something for everyone! Your child can sign up by accessing the cultural tab underneath their timetable on Schoolbox, or again, feel free to email me directly if you are having trouble navigating this!
Ethics
By Lainey Carter, Captain
The Senior Ethics team has been preparing for our upcoming State Ethics Olympiad. This has included reading and discussing the ethical cases for the competition, beginning to form moral arguments and reasoning for each case. We have also started to consider who may be competing in the competition.
Debating
By Gabriella Smith, Captain
Debating has kicked off with a bang in 2024. Senior debating has welcomed both new and experienced debaters from Year 10 to 12 to debate topics such as; 'That we have the right to free speech, regardless of our views' and 'That the current education system isn’t effectively preparing students for the future'. After the first two rounds of competition, SPC1 is tied at the top of the table with two wins and SPC2 has recorded one win and a narrow defeat.
We would like to extend our thanks to Scotch Oakburn and Launceston Grammar for hosting these debates, as well as to Mr Martin for his excellent organisation as Coordinator. The Junior competition starts soon so we wish our Year 7-10 debaters all the best for their first debates of the season.
Senior School Update
Ms Rachael Holloway, Head of School – Senior School
HEAD OF SCHOOL REPORT
Life really is about grabbing the opportunities you are presented with both hands. Here in the Senior School, it really does feel like the opportunities available to our students are endless. In the next two weeks students will have had the chance to participate in Ascent Year 11 Base Camp, Outdoor Leadership Camp, and Relay for Life. Whilst it can be easy to view these events as ‘interuptions’, they are anything but. These activities really do provide opportunities for our students to become well-rounded, team oriented and empathetic young people.
Congratulations to our students who assisted at the Launceston Cup through the College’s VET Hospitality courses. This is now a long standing relationship, and offers a wonderful opportunity for students to get real world experience in the high pressure hospitality industry.
The Senior School Leadership Team have been visiting Year 10 ACE classes to discuss social media use. We have discussed with students that St Patrick’s College is a community where we build each other up. Unfortunately a few students have been using social media to achieve the opposite of this. Please continue to have conversations with your child around their social media use and the impact other's use may be having on them. It is important that schools and families work in cooperation to help children navigate this complex space and feel supported when others have chosen to use social media inappropriately. We also strongly encourage parents to reach out for support when you feel you do not have the tools to fully assist your child.
Kate Rigby, College Captain - Written on behalf of 2024 College Captains and Vice Captains
There is no doubt that Term 1 has been an extremely busy time. With our Athletics Carnival, Middle and Senior School Swimming Carnivals, Camps and St Patrick’s Day celebrations, life at the College this year has certainly been an exciting time. We would like to congratulate all students on how they have settled into the term (despite so many interruptions), and we thank all those who have participated in our community events.
As College and Vice-College Captains, the four of us have been working alongside College leadership staff to ensure that each student has been given the best possible start to the year. The four of us agreed that this term, we were passionate about exercising actions that help make our Middle School students feel at home and supported within the College community. The 2024 Student Executive has greatly assisted in this vision in a myriad of ways, including greeting and guiding them around on their first day; attending their Athletics and Swimming Carnivals; visiting their classrooms to meet them; and encouraging our fellow Year 12 cohort to engage with and look after the Year 7s in their Tutor.
For our year so far, the four of us also had an extremely busy time; trying to balance leadership, subjects, social life, work, extra-curriculars and personal well-being is no easy feat. While this has felt overwhelming at times, we are so grateful for the support of one another and the greater Student Executive team. We are so very excited to learn and grow as leaders this year, and can’t wait to enjoy our final year at the College alongside our fellow Year 12s.
With half of the term done and dusted, we’d like to remind everyone to take the opportunity to rest and look after themselves. To lean on those around them, and find moments to smile in the mundane. Be vulnerable, be courageous, be the best versions of yourselves, and look after one another.
GRIP LEADERSHIP DAY
Amilie Courtney, Student
On Friday 8 March, some of our Year 10 student leaders attended the 2024 GRIP Leadership Conference. At the conference we learnt about how to improve our leadership skills and how to help improve our school community.
We also got to share ideas for change with student leaders from other schools around the state. We looked at the sacrifices we make as leaders and how we can set goals and see change through.
It was a meaningful and positive experience for all of us and we learned a lot about what it takes to be a successful leader. With the skills and knowledge learned at the conference, all student leaders hope to have a positive impact at our College.
Administration & Community
Uniform Update
By Mrs Kim McInnes, Deputy Principal – Administration & Community
Sports Uniform
At a recent Uniform Committee meeting it was decided that we will continue with the College representative polo (the 'rep polo') for some co-curricular activities and not replace this item with the co-curricular polo as previously advised.
Members of our College community are asked to please note that the rep polo is NOT an acceptable alternative for the House (or Croagh at Year 9) polo for PE classes or days when the PE uniform can be worn (Thursdays for the whole student cohort, Tuesdays for Croagh students), or the House polo on carnival days. It is ONLY to be worn when representing the College. Please see the updated uniform requirements document for more information about the correct uniform for co-curricular activities.
Schoolbox Tips for Parents and Students - Accessing your Schoolbox Account
Schoolbox provides an opportunity for staff to communicate a range of information to members of the College community. This includes, but is not limited to, news, academic achievement and progress, and pastoral care updates.
As outlined by our Principal, Mrs Liz Illingworth, we will be moving towards using Schoolbox for the majority of College communications. Please ensure you can access your Schoolbox account. If you are having trouble, please refer to the instructions below.
Brock Whitchurch 57no, Max Symons 41, Thomas Dwyer 23, Riley Donlon 22 & 2-9, Jack Crane 21, Cooper Kedey 20, Thomas Chambers 2-17
If we could have written a script for the last roster match, one week before the State Final, it would have been to: win the toss and bat first, have most batsmen spend time at the crease, score a big total, all bowlers to feel into their rhythm and maybe even get a wicket, win comfortably. Six requests. Six ticks.
In the last game at home for this side, and in particular the seven Year 12s, Levi Springer debuted to give us more pace bowling options in the upcoming two-day State Final. His seven overs, and first wicket at this level, was a promising start and added to his quickfire ten runs from eight balls in the final overs (after his extraordinary 125no from 94 balls in the 2nds the week before).
Whilst only Brock Whitchurch capitalised on a good start, most batsmen enjoyed a short innings on what, once again, was an amazing wicket thanks to our grounds staff. Brock shared in two half century partnerships with Cooper Kedey (53) and Jack Crane (54). In the field we had Grammar on the ropes with a wicket in each of the first two overs. From 3-17 they recovered to be 3-104 and then 4-134. However, as skipper Thomas Dwyer kept rotating the bowlers, we ended up taking the last six wickets for only 34 runs. Incredibly eight bowlers took a wicket.
We now head to Hobart to play the undefeated Hutchins.
State Final. Friday 8 & Saturday 9 March v. Hutchins (at Hutchins)
SPC 135 & 9 – 191 def HUT 158 & 98 (outright victory, after trailing on 1st innings)
1st innings: Riley Donlon 40, Thomas Dwyer 24, Levi Springer 4-15, Riley Donlon 2-31
2nd innings: Thomas Dwyer 118no (110 balls), Brock Whitchurch 25, Riley Donlon 3-23, Tom Chambers 2-3, Jack Crane 2-4
The State Final is a wonderful way to farewell our Year 12s from their journey to 1st X1 cricket. The theme of our cricket is pretty simple – we set out in each season to 'try to win' this game, realising that although we will give so much to try to be the best school cricket team in Tasmania, we can only control what we do. Thus, learning how to win and lose well is required – in all elements of our lives.
We sat in the Hutchins change rooms, back in late January, after our two-day roster match loss to them. We knew that this would be looked back on as our most important game in the roster – as we could learn so much from it. Talk about fate!
On Thursday evening, after a bit of a jog, stretch and catch on their ground, we were lucky enough to have the 1993 1st X1 Captain, James Collinson, come to speak with us.
James won a State Premiership as skipper in that year – against the odds and well led by him with 5 wickets. Amongst many encouraging messages, James affirmed that he was speaking on behalf of all players who were part of the SPC 1st X1 family over the last 30 plus years, when he said, ‘We don’t know you, but we believe in you'. He later told me that he had never felt so listened to by a group, and that these young men were "on”!
Part of what we learnt from the January roster match was that the pitch would most likely be pretty green and grass covered at the start of the game and would become easier to bat on as the first day progressed. If we once again lost the toss, we were confident that they would send us into bat, and we needed to fight harder and bat with more intent to score more than the roster match, where we only made 67. Well, we tried our best to do just that when the coin fell their way, and clapping was noted in their huddle. Our 135 doubled the earlier effort and was mainly thanks to Riley Donlon and Jack Crane’s 49 run partnership for the sixth wicket and Suprim Shrestha and Thomas Chambers’ 28 run partnership for the ninth wicket.
They lost an early wicket, but as the pitch started to turn whiter, under the warmth of the sun, we couldn’t get two wickets in a row as a series of small partnerships saw them pass our score in the final session of the day with the loss of only four wickets. They had had some bad luck with a bowler injured and another player at home with a migraine. So we knew that nine out meant all out. Still, with all the momentum their way, many teams would have found it too challenging to keep totally focussed and determined at that point – as every State Final that we had won, or lost, in the last 35 years had been decided on first innings. Our only hope was now to win outright (i.e. on second innings).
Ironically, it was a sharp caught and bowled that was hit straight and hard to bowler, Jack Crane, that started the collapse. A wicket then to Ethan Arnott, and three wickets to the young tyro Levi Springer, saw them lose their last five wickets for 11 runs to only have a lead of 23 on first innings. Game on. Albeit that the audacious, against-the-odds, plan from there needed to be executed expertly, one step at a time; but it was possible – especially with this amazing group of young men! We had to survive one over that evening, as Thomas Chambers embraced the opportunity to open the batting. That evening we enjoyed some recovery by the water at Blackman’s Bay, a meal together, an unfortunate comeback by Carlton in the AFL, and as we had on the other ten nights that we had stayed together this year, we simply enjoyed the genuine 'care, connection and love' of one another that quite simply is our 'superpower'.
Day two dawned to a 34deg forecast in Hobart. We wanted to direct all the heat towards the opposition, not be influenced by the scoreboard or the possible result, but simply stay present. In the January roster match we gave ourselves 45 overs to bowl them out in the second innings – and only managed six wickets as they held on. So, this time we wanted to have more overs – but this meant we had to firstly bat very well.
Initially they bowled so well that the first hour saw us lose three wickets and only score 30 runs! Crucially our captain, Thomas Dwyer, who had scored his second successive 1st X1 century in the aforementioned second innings of the roster match at Hutchins, was still not out, but he was tied down by Hutchins’ tight line and length. What followed in the next hour was quite extraordinary, as although we lost two more wickets, we scored over 80 runs in the hour – mainly thanks to partnerships that Thomas shared with Cooper Kedey (33), Brock Whitchurch (47) and Riley Donlon (32). As the ball got older our scoring rate lifted – and the noise from us in the pavilion, and from all our parents and families under the pine trees opposite us, showed all present that the momentum was indeed shifting!
We decided that, leading by just less than 100 at lunch, ten more overs would be enough to try to push the lead up around 170. Tom was playing the innings of his life. A 22-run partnership with our wicketkeeper, Suprim, was only cut short when Suprim sacrificed his wicket (run out) to get Tom on strike. It was incredibly the first time Suprim had been dismissed for the season! Nine down and Thomas was on 99! He brought up his third 1st X1 century of the season, and for good measure his undefeated partnership with Hamish Bateman was worth 21. 118 not out off 110 balls. 14 fours and three sixes. All of this under the pressure of a State Final. With his team slumped to 3-22 and Thomas only having four runs from his first 25 balls. The best St Patrick’s College 1st X1 innings ever. From a young man whose leadership on and off the field has been outstanding.
Looks on faces rarely lie. Under Pressure was a favourite song on the bus. We led by 168 runs and had a minimum of 53 overs to bowl. We had said at the start of the day that we had to be prepared to lose outright in order to try to win outright. And so we began our mission to take ten wickets and reverse the first innings result. Early wickets with the new ball would be important, so when Riley Donlon found a tickle through to Suprim we had our first in the first over. They once again steadied to be 1-27 and then 2-52 before wickets to Ethan Arnott and Hamish Bateman removed two of their best batsmen. Thomas Dwyer took his standard diving catch at first slip for Hamish’s all-important scalp. It was then Levi Springer’s turn as Riley Donlon reached into the heavens at mid off to take a brilliant catch at the maximum of his long reach. Catches win matches was never so true!
We were 4-80 at the tea break, with the game in the balance. What followed after tea was like a joyful wave of wickets – 5-80 / 6-84 / 7-84 / 8-88. It was our spinners Thomas Chambers and Jack Crane who weaved the magic. Their combined figures are extraordinary to read – thirteen overs, nine maidens, four wickets for just seven runs. Jack’s two caught and bowled dismissals (after this same wicket mode in the first innings) had to be seen to be believed. Thomas ‘channelled’ one of his final 4 wickets in the 2022 State Premiership with a ‘bowled around the legs’ … leg-spinners favourite! Whilst the next two wickets took a little longer, no runs were being scored, as Riley Donlon took the final two, with the winning wicket clean bowled. Wow!
An extraordinary win for an extraordinary group of young men.
A huge thanks to everyone who has supported the team throughout the season.
Senior 2nds Cricket - Roster Games Report 2024
By Mr Matthew McGee, Senior 2nds Coach
The Senior 2nds cricket team have completed their roster season. The team, composed of players from Year 8 to Year 12, have been undefeated so far. Last Saturday, in the stifling heat at Pontville Oval the boys secured a home final with a nail-biting victory over St Virgil’s College.
The team will play the State Final vs SVC at the SPC Main Oval this Saturday 16, commencing at 10:30am. All support is very welcome.
Roster Game Results:
Game 1: SPC def LCGS on forfeit
Game 2 SPC 2/260 ( Levi Springer 125*(94), Sharin Shrestha 69* ) notable partnership of 187 between Levi and Sharin.
def Hutchins 10/206 ( Oscar McGee 3/19, Levi Springer 2/23, Oliver Viney 2/27)
Game 3 SPC 2/88 ( Jensen Smith 42*, Owen Millar 16) def Scotch Oakburn 10/ 85 ( Oscar McGee 4/25, Jensen Smith 3/9)
Game 4 SPC 9/265 (Owen Millar 63, Cody Whitchurch 56, Darcy Kitchin 34*) notable partnership of 104 between Owen and Cody.
def St Virgils 10/246 ( Oliver Wright 3/26, Oscar McGee 2/23, Jensen Smith 2/28, Sharin Shrestha 2/34)
Middle School Swimming Carnival
By Mr Karl Michael, Sports Coordinator
On Tuesday 12 March, we held the Middle School Swimming Carnival at the Launceston Aquatic Centre.
Following the arrival via Bus and the welcoming House chants, the students took like ducks to water in the Novely and Swim for Points events.
First off were the U/13 and U/14 Girls who produced a tight contest, resulting in Rice House and Nagle House sharing the number spot (40 points), with MacKillop having 39 points and Tenison 37.
It was very much the same for the Boys and after they had their turn in the Shoot the Hoops, Late for School and Boats events. Rice House managed to pull away and secure the novelty events Pennant with 84 points.
NOVELTY EVENTS
Rice
Nagle
Tenison
MacKillop
84
74.5
74
79.5
After a well-deserved Free Swim and a lunch break, we prepared the pool for the traditional events - Freestyle, Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke and Relays.
Well done to all our students who competed in the water or supported from the grandstands, in particular;
U/13 Boys: Oliver Green and Santino Ramirez who went back and forth in securing 1sts and 2nds in the disciplines.
U/13 Girls: Addison Frerk won all 4 races
U/14 Boys: Cooper Reeve and Lucas Gray who also went back and forth in securing 1sts and 2nds in the disciplines.
U/14 Girls: Isabel Perry won all 4 races
One unforgettable Middle School Swimming Carnival moment was undoubtedly the U/13 relays. This event had everyone on the edge of their seats as it delivered a photo-finish unlike any we've seen in quite some time.
The atmosphere in the grandstand was electric, with cheers and shouts reaching deafening levels as the final leg of the relay approached. It was a nail biter as three houses battled it out, with mere fingertips separating them at the finish line.
After much deliberation by the sideline officials, the verdict was announced: Tenison House clinched the victory, closely followed by MacKillop House and Nagle House.
A heartfelt congratulations to everyone who contributed to the success of the day - from our dedicated staff and supportive helpers to the hardworking officials and, of course, our incredible students who brought their energy and enthusiasm to the pool.
Your collective efforts made this day truly vibrant and unforgettable. Congratulations to MacKillop House for winning the 2024 Middle School Carnival!
The 1sts Girls had a good set of games against SOC. The highlight was Layla Reynolds debut as number one. Layla is a Year 7 student and acquitted herself well. Sarah Shepherd, Natalia Byrne, Piper Van Emmerik and Josephine Chambers all put in good efforts in their single and doubles.
1sts Boys v SOC
In the 1sts Boys, we had good wins to Thomas Chambers, Beau Skinner and Hudson Young in their singles and very good games in the doubles matches with Beau and Hudson getting a win. The team all season has been very well led by Owen Miller who each week takes on the very best player at opposition schools. This week was another commendable effort. A 'congratulation shout-out' to Tom and Beau (and Max Symons and Brock Whitchurch) who all play tennis and were members of the winning state final against Hutchins on the weekend in cricket. Well done boys.
2nds Boys v Marist
The 2nds Boys had a bus trip to Burnie and played Marist at the Burnie tennis centre. The team consisted of (1) Lachlan McInnes, (2) Tyler Stacey, (3) Henri Bergamin (4) Oscar McGee and (5) Thomas Tantom. The boys played some good tennis but MRC were too strong on the day with Oscar the only winner. A great learning experience having to travel and then play.