Senior Athletics Row 3: N.Cross, P.Hassett, A.Lane, J.Convery, B. Woodman, T.Murphy, N.Roberts, M.Brown. Row 2: Mr M.Breen, T.Leary, S.Jamieson , B.Dwyer, A.Rodgers, D.Peters , Mrs C.Kennedy-Curtis, Mr T. Ford Row 1 N.Dunne , J.Sing , M.Keely, A.Bonaddio, J.McKenzie, N.Stewart , L.O'Donnell
within ACC ranks. I sincerely thank all coaches and helpers for their time and effort and I know that the squad is most appreciative. We are now faced with the obvious challenge of bringing the shield ‘back home’ next year and similar effort and commitment to this year will ensure that it is possible. ‘De La will Soar In 2004!’ Peter Harte 2003 ACC Athletics Coordinator
We have a proud and successful tradition in ACC Athletics, winning nine out of the past ten championships through a strong work ethic and tremendous depth. This year was no exception with a squad of over 200 members from Years 4-12. Our preparation for the ACC Carnival spanned 10 weeks and the commitment and enthusiasm from all involved was fantastic. Subsequently, when our final ACC Team of approximately 60 athletes arrived at Olympic Park on Thursday April 3rd, they were ready to do their absolute best. There were some outstanding individual performances on the day which contributed to an overall team effort of which everyone can be proud. We were the very best we could be and this resulted in an overall team placing of second, 51 points behind our arch rival St Bernard’s. Whilst we weren’t able to retain our title, there was no
reason for disappointment as we were defeated by a more talented opponent on the day. Every team member can be extremely proud of his effort as we know that we achieved our best possible result. Whilst the ACC Shield holidays over the other side of town for 2003, we still have some silverware in our trophy cabinet. Congratulations to our Senior and Under 17 Age Groups for winning the Senior Cup. Amongst our Year 12 team members were many loyal servants of athletics and I thank them for their fine contribution to the sport throughout their time at De La Salle. With nearly 20 members of staff willing to assist our squad this year, it once again proves that we are unrivalled in this area 121
