Little League Sports Report 7

Round 7 was a week of mixed results for our sports teams, there were some outstanding performances across all sports. The 6A football team showcased their hard work and dedication in one of their best games of the season, resulting in a well-deserved victory. Their efforts during training certainly paid off on the field.

Similarly, the 4A rugby team displayed exceptional skill, speed, and excellent structure, delivering yet another strong performance. Their teamwork and discipline were evident as they dominated the game.

As the school holidays approach, we would like to wish all the boys a well-deserved break. However, we encourage them to stay active and maintain their fitness levels during this time. Let’s keep up the effort and focus at training as we enter the latter stages of the winter season.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday break.

Yours in sport,

James Roughan

Head of Sport & PDHPE

Paul Kelly Cup

Three Cranbrook teams had a very successful day at the Eastern Suburbs Paull Kelly Cup AFL Competition last Wednesday. The event hosted 12 teams from local schools in a short format tournament with two pools and a final.

Our three teams all performed well with many of the boys rapidly learning a new sport and developing their skills over the day. Cranbrook 3 played a string of close games throughout the day where the difference was less than two goals. With the wind playing havoc the boys did a great job of improving game on game and should be proud of what they achieved in a short period.

Going into the final game of the pools, Cranbrook 1 and Cranbrook 2 were each sitting second in their pools, tied on points with Saint Andrews and Bondi Public respectively. With the ties being broken by goal difference the boys needed to not only win their next game, however, win by a much larger margin than their competition to move to the final game.

Cranbrook 1 kicked it up a gear and managed to belt out 62 points against an outgunned Cranbrook 3, surging their points difference score and soundly booking a spot in the finals. Cranbrook 2 came against Maroubra Junction and absorbed significant second half pressure to finish 33 points ahead. ultimately beating Bondi on the ladder by a points difference of less than 4%.

The teams were thrilled to set up an all Cranbrook final between the 1’s and the 2’s, which turned out to be an electric game with both teams scoring several goals and Cranbrook 1 coming out as the overall winners by a few goals. This qualifies us through to the reginal finals in August. The boys will continue training Tuesday mornings and we will also have AFL games as a Co-Curricular on Monday afternoons next term. If your son is in year 5 or 6 and wants to have a kick around after school, please sign up through the Co-Curricular form.

Football Round 7

Year 6A Football

6As football delivered a convincing 5-2 win against Trinity. Eamonn R scored two goals, while Edward N, Charlie R, and Oliver G also found the back of the net. Oliver G deserves praise for his amazing defensive display and contributing to the scoreline with an incredible goal.

Year 6B Football

6Bs football faced a close match but narrowly lost 3-2 against Trinity. Harry R and George A scored for Cranbrook. Jansen J deserves recognition for his brilliant performance throughout the game, making incredible saves that kept the team competitive.

Year 6C Football

In the match against Kincoppal, the 6Cs football team unfortunately lost 4-0. Despite the result, there were standout performances from some players. Nick P displayed a strong performance, working diligently in the middle of the field. His efforts contributed to the team’s efforts in the game. Julien R also worked well alongside Nick, forming a good partnership. Another player who shone in the match was Alexander M, showcasing his improving left foot skills, which proved to be a valuable asset during the game. Despite the loss, the team showed determination and individual contributions that should be acknowledged.

Year 5A Football

5As football faced a close match but unfortunately lost 3-2 against Scots. Kaspar B scored two goals for Cranbrook. Ashton D demonstrated tenacity and excellent reading of the game in defence, while Felix S displayed composure and determination in defensive situations.

Year 5B Football

5Bs football celebrated a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Scots, with Leo C scoring the crucial goal. Otto Y deserves special recognition as he displayed resilience in goal and made incredible saves that kept the team in the game throughout. Otto Y was awarded the Man of the Match. Leo C also showed great consistency and relentless effort until the team secured the winning goal in the final minutes of the game.

Year 5C Football

Year 4A Football

4As football delivered a convincing 4-0 win against Sydney Grammar. Robert Z, Santiago D, and Minato Y were among the goal scorers. Santiago D deserves recognition for his exceptional performance, contributing two goals and an assist.

Year 4B Football

4Bs football celebrated a 2-1 victory against Sydney Grammar. Christian K and George Y scored the goals. Xavier L stood out as a team player, effectively controlling the midfield, while Oliver D showcased his goalkeeping skills and has been consistently impressive in recent matches.

Year 4C Football

4Cs football secured a 2-0 win against Sydney Grammar, with Jayden B and Jack F finding the back of the net. Jack deserves a mention for his outstanding overall performance, excelling in both attacking and defensive aspects of the game.

Year 4D Football

Year 3A Football

3As football had an impressive 17-0 victory against Grammar St Ives. Teddy B, Eddie C, Harvey C, Tristan O, and Charlie B were among the goal scorers. A special mention goes to Louis B for his fantastic wing runs and ability to retain possession throughout the match.

Year 3B Football

3Bs football secured a solid 6-2 win against Grammar St Ives. Aiden P, Harry P, Luca S, and Wren L with a brace contributed to the goal tally. Harry P deserves recognition for his excellent finish and commanding presence at the back during the second half.

Year 3C Football

3Cs football dominated their game with a resounding 16-0 victory over Grammar St Ives. Alex P scored a hat-trick, while Harry N netted five goals, and Josh L, Oliver B, Thomas C, Archie S, and Evan H each found the back of the net once. Teddy A and Evan showcased outstanding goalkeeping skills. Harry N was on fire from the left-back position, scoring five goals, and Oliver B put in a remarkable performance as well.

Year 3D Football

3Ds football faced a tough challenge and lost 10-0 against Grammar St Ives. Despite the result, Otto H and Oliver B played well, and the entire team showed determination and fought hard throughout the difficult game.

Year 3E Football

3Es football suffered a 5-1 defeat against Grammar St Ives, with Luke K scoring the lone goal for Cranbrook. Luke K is commended for his defensive efforts and his contribution to the team’s goal. Eason H also deserves recognition for his impressive shot-stopping abilities and distribution.

Year 3F Football

3Fs football faced a challenging match and lost 6-1 against Grammar St Ives, with Bailey K scoring the only goal for Cranbrook. Wisdom X showcased excellent goalkeeping skills, as expected, and also displayed remarkable outfield play.

Rugby Round 7

Year 6A Rugby

6As rugby encountered a tough game and lost 40-7 against Scots. Aidan M and Steven H scored tries for Cranbrook. Aidan M stood out with strong carries in attack and solid tackling in defence, while Steven H delivered an overall strong performance. Loic B also performed well in both attack and defence.

Year 6B Rugby

6Bs rugby had a successful weekend, winning both fixtures against Scots and Knox. Try scorers included Lachlan R W, Elvis L, and Max N. Lachlan impressed with his strong defensive efforts and contributed the most tries, often setting up opportunities with well-executed passes.

Year 5A Rugby

5As rugby faced a challenging match and suffered a 37-5 loss against Shore. Spike T scored the lone try for Cranbrook and showcased high energy throughout the entire game. Luca M displayed outstanding defensive skills, and Niko D gave his best efforts in both attack and defence.

Year 5B Rugby

5Bs rugby faced a tough match and lost 20-10 against Scots. Louie B and Raphael G scored tries for Cranbrook. Raphael G deserves recognition for his remarkable development. He has shown significant progress, demonstrating a strong understanding and application of the skills taught during training sessions.

Year 4A Rugby

4As rugby delivered an impressive 44-5 victory against Kings. Jasper M scored four tries, while William S, Jimmy C, and Will W contributed with two tries, and one try respectively. Jasper M stood out with his excellent line breaks, and Hugo C made notable contributions around the ground.

Year 4B Rugby

4Bs rugby had a successful weekend, securing a 40-15 victory against Shore and a 30-20 win against Scots. Try scorers included Zac B, Frank T, Tom S, and Lachlan B. Tom S displayed bravery in his ball carrying, Zac B exhibited fearless defence, Kayden S consistently tackled low, and Frank T made impressive barnstorming runs.

Year 3 Red Rugby

3 Red rugby had mixed results in their two games over the weekend. They suffered a 15-0 loss against Scots but bounced back with a convincing 25-0 win against Scots B. Try scorers in the games included Ben H, Luca M, Sebastian S, Eric LF, and Wolf T. Ben H showcased hard running and excellent ball security, while Sebastian S demonstrated great composure and skills, particularly in the second game. Sebastian’s performance included a standout try, which unfortunately was disallowed despite the disagreement of everyone on the sidelines.

Year 3 White Rugby

3 White rugby had one victory and one loss in their weekend games. They secured a solid 40-15 win against Lindfield but faced a 40-10 defeat against Knox. Try scorers included Theodore C, Michael L, James C, Lachie E, and Harry M. Theo C played a crucial role in keeping the game close early on, matching the opposition’s tries, while Michael L performed well on both ends of the field.

Tennis Round 7

 A brisk but beautiful winter morning provided the backdrop for an energetic Saturday tennis session. We continued to mix the groups and play round-robin games, providing opportunities for players to test their skills against various players. There is always time for a mix of fun activities to ensure students enjoy themselves. Tennis goes into hibernation as we break for the holidays. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for the first Saturday in Term 3.

Multi-Sports Round 7

The final training session and match game for the multi-sports squad was a fitting finale to Term 2.  A fantastic term of impressive achievement by this group of lads!! Harry D found his scoring touch, whilst Amiel B added the silky touches and experience needed to his team. Alexander F has developed a lovely first touch of the ball and James B is developing into a versatile attacking midfielder! Jack L and Oscar V have developed safe hands and fearless stopping in goals. This squad has been a delight to coach, and I look forward to working with them in term 3.