Little Leagues Report – Round 3
It was another impressive weekend of sport at Cranbrook Junior School, highlighted by the depth and consistency across all teams. This strength is a direct result of the focused, high-quality effort our students have shown throughout the term. From well-structured team play in Football to improved control and competitiveness in Tennis and Multi-Sport, it’s clear that our students are building both skill and confidence at every level. Thank you to all coaches and students for the energy and intent they continue to bring each week. Lets keep this focus as we move towards the middle of the winter season.
Yours in Sport
Mr James Roughan
Head of Sport and PDHPE, Junior School
Football
Year 6 Teams
6A – 4-3 Win vs Riverview
A hard-fought battle saw the 6As edge out Riverview in a close contest. The team showed grit and determination but struggled at times with limited space and slower ball movement. Speed of transition will be a focus going into this week. A standout performance from Freddie F in midfield was pivotal in the win.
6B – 3-2 Loss
The 6Bs displayed resilience against intense first-half pressure. Trailing 2-1 at the break, Cranbrook responded with increased intensity. Charlie stood tall in defence, and Will W delivered some brilliant saves to keep the match alive. Despite creating numerous chances, they were unlucky not to level or win the game. The effort and second-half performance were outstanding.
6C – 7-0 Win
The 6Cs turned on the style with beautiful one-touch football and dominant passing. Jack and Julian both netted two brilliant goals each, while Ollie kept a clean sheet to cap off a top team performance.
6D – 8-2 Win vs Kings
A dominant display from the 6Ds saw them dismantle Kings with a remarkable 8-2 victory. Ollie was unstoppable, scoring a double hat-trick, while Sascha also delivered a standout performance in a rampant team effort.
4A – 4-0 Win
After a tight opening of 10 minutes, the 4As settled and took control, especially in the second half. Hendricks was a rock at centre-back, while Sam L impressed up front. The midfield pairing of Sammy P and Jed combined well, and Aryan and Freddy were solid in defence. A strong, cohesive team display.
4B – 10-0 Win
Another commanding win for the 4Bs, controlling the game from start to finish. Cranbrook applied training-ground principles well, including a passing rule in the second half, and showed excellent build-up play and movement off the ball.
4C – 1-1 Draw
A game the 4Cs were unlucky not to win. After going down early, Flynn equalised quickly. Despite dominating the second half and creating numerous chances, our team couldn’t convert. A strong performance, nevertheless.
4D – 4-1 Win
The 4Ds came out firing, racing to a 3-0 lead through slick passing and sharp runs. They added a fourth on the counter in the second half. Harry S impressed with both direct attacking play and defensive efforts. Goals from Edwin, Harry S, Chris, and Henry sealed the win.
4E – 2-1 Win
The match began unusually with two Cranbrook players lending a hand to the opposition due to a shortage. Once the teams balanced, Cranbrook lifted their intensity. Ed was a standout, solid at the back and chipping in with a goal, while Jasper also found the net in a strong team showing.
Year 4 Football Photos
3A – 6-1 Win vs Grammar
Another confident display from the 3As. After a few missed chances in the first half, leadership from Tom and James helped lift the team. George and Gabriel were rock-solid in defence, contributing to a strong all-round performance.
3B – 6-2 Win
A five-goal haul from Will B-J was the highlight as the 3Bs controlled much of the match. Ollie S came on as a super sub and sealed the result late with a well-taken goal, maintaining the team’s unbeaten run.
3C – 10-1 Win
The 3Cs dazzled once again in a dominant display. Oliver C stole the show with a stunning seven-goal performance in a one-sided contest. A superb team effort with relentless energy to the final whistle.
3D – 5-1 Win vs Sydney Grammar
An energetic and united effort from the 3Ds led to a well-earned victory. Angus W was the clear standout, scoring all five goals in an extraordinary performance. The team’s attitude and effort across all positions was excellent.
Year 3 Football Photos
A fantastic round of football for Cranbrook Junior School, with wins across the board, key learning moments, and plenty of reasons to be proud. Congratulations to all players and coaches for their commitment and effort.
Ben Rollison
Head of Football
Rugby
Year 6
Cranbrook’s Year 6 team suffered a tough loss away from home against Shore. The game was a close contest, and the players will regret not having a more cutting edge in attack. However, they displayed some heroic defence and ruck pressure, keeping the Shore attack at bay. Cranbrook repeatedly knocked the Shore attackers back before piling into the ruck, which ultimately led to their only try. Xavier M’s line speed gifted him a fine intercept try. Despite this, Cranbrook have shown that they belong at this level, competing well every week. However, they need to improve their attack over the next few weeks to secure their first win.
Year 5A
The 5A team continued their strong start to the season dominating Barker from the kick-off. Cranbrook used the full width of the field on attack and ran strongly with the ball. Wolf T rampaged over defenders with direct hard running while B Mallet showed excellent speed and power to burst through the defensive line regularly.
Year 5B
Cranbrook suffered a tough defeat to Newington in their first fixture, but they bounced back to beat Sydney Grammar 35-25. Harry stood out throughout the game with strong carries and great chop tackles that stopped Grammar in their tracks. The standout moment was when Will rampaged through the line to run 50 metres and score.
Year 4
Cranbrook started slowly, allowing Shore to score three early tries before improving their defence. However, it was a frustrating day in attack, and they couldn’t make good use of the ball. They require a big week of training to improve for their next fixture.
Year 3
Cranbrook fielded three 7s teams and produced some great rugby. They competed in competitive matches and picked up a few wins. Teams showed great improvement from the previous matchday and continued to work hard in training.
Year 3 Rugby Photos
Peter Dumbleton
Head of Rugby
Tennis
Saturday saw the Platinum and Gold divisions play very competitive internal matches in a Round Robin tournament. Special mention to Will M and Hamish F, whose performances were outstanding, winning most of their matches.
The Silver and Bronze divisions participated in an internal tournament for the first time, showcasing fantastic rallies and already impressive ball control.
Special mention to Archer A, who has shown tremendous improvement over the past few weeks.
Ben Higgins
Head of Tennis
Multi-Sport
The Multi-Sport team had another strong showing in Round 3. During Friday afternoon’s training, the group focused on developing their throwing, kicking, and catching skills through a game of Defend the Wall. Saturday’s session is built on this learning, with an emphasis on spatial awareness and strategic thinking. The effort and enthusiasm on display were excellent. Congratulations to Leo W and Felix C, who were named Players of the Week for their outstanding contributions.
Josh Cohen
Assistant Head of Sport & PDHPE teacher