Modern technology can be a wonderful thing especially when 11 St Pat's kids are competing in Sydney! I spent yesterday live streaming our fabulous kids trying their hardest against some of the best competitors in the state. The focus on TV is mainly the track events, however, during the breaks they panned out to some of the field events. I managed to see all except three of our students (because they didn't get shown on camera). It was very exciting watching them have their turn, I was feeling nervous for them. Most of the events were dominated by the very strong Sydney teams. It was obvious when watching that these children may already have their own athletic coaches. Even the 8 year old sprinters looked like professionals! Some of our students achieved PB's and one even received a medal. Congratulations Indi Taylor who placed third in the jnr girls shot put. This is an extremely high level of competition, so we are very proud of Indi's efforts. Congratulations to the eleven kids who made me feel very proud watching them with the best of the best.

Next term we will be holding our junior primary fun athletics day. It will be held on Friday in Week 2. There will be more about this next term.

Last week I mentioned the individual sport trials that will  be held next term for competition in 2026. That was basketball, tennis and cricket. Next year Canberra Goulburn will be trying to stand alone in the boys AFL. In previous years we have combined with Wollongong. Presently they are looking for expressions of interest. The trials will be held very early next year. This is for next year so is open to students in Years 4 and 5. If your child is interested please contact the school for further information.

Jannene