Reclaiming the

The weather was perfect for the 2023 Interhouse Cross Country. After last year’s light showers, the sun provided some encouragement for runners from Kindergarten to Year 12.

The course was altered this year due to the addition of the music pod, but that did not stop the runners in Redding from taking the win, albeit narrowly in front of Knight, who won the Participation Award.

As Year 12 students, it was our seventh time running the cross country course and there was something very motivating about knowing that it was our last time running this race. Whilst we and all runners were encouraged and cheered on along the course, other last-time participants walked and reminisced on past cross country races and how the class of 2023 has changed over the years.

Congratulations to everyone who got involved, even if it was only just for the icy pole at the end! Hopefully next year more students will take on the challenge of running the course and Redding can reclaim victory.

Primary

2022/2023 was another very successful season for Grammar Basketball. With 11 teams representing the Primary School, several teams competed in the A Division, and two of our Year 5 girls teams won their respective Grand Finals in the B and C Divisions. However, the win/lose ratio is irrelevant when compared to the enjoyment and fun our children get from the game. The matches I managed to watch were full of laughs, hugs, excitement, and commitment; always played in the best spirit of the game and a joy to watch.

The attitude the players bring to their training and the matches is highlighted by their comments about what they enjoyed about the season.

Manuel Bouzada Olgiati :: I loved that we got to play with Ryker after he had left.

Seth Palmer :: I get to meet my friends and help them.

Tamika Warren :: Being with my friends.

William Cunningham :: The finals were fun, the whole team was always involved and tried hard. Ethan Spagnolo :: I love that we all get an equal time on court. Finally, a huge thank you to the parents who assisted with coaching and managing the teams, we could not run them without you. Thank you for supporting your children and our School.

Mr Rob Whirledge :: Primary Basketball Co-ordinator

Secondary

The School was once again well represented in the Bunbury Basketball Association during the 2022/23 season, with a total 23 teams – 11 from Primary and 12 from Secondary School.

By the conclusion of the regular fixtures, nine premiership teams made finals with five making it to the Grand Final for their division. The Grand Finals were hotly contested games, with several teams winning by 5 points or less! The Year 8/9 Boys D Division team played a great game, but were just beaten by the buzzer, going down by six points.

Congratulations to Year 8 Nathan Hughes, Year 9 Digby Clements and Year 7 Carter Giacci who were named Best Player in their respective Grand Finals.

Mr Jason Reid :: Sports Co-ordinator

ASSOCIATION AWARDS

Year 5/6 B Grade (Girls)

MVP Jessie Major

MVP Ivy Scott

Year 7 A Grade (Boys)

RU MVP Leighton Stafford

GO TEAMS!

Year 5/6 Girls B Division

Girls C Division

Year 7 Boys A Division

Year 8/9 Boys C Division