Little Leagues Winter Sport Round 6

Despite the challenges posed by the weather over the weekend, I am pleased to share some updates from our recent sporting events at Cranbrook Junior School.

Unfortunately, due to torrential rain, all scheduled games for the weekend had to be cancelled, except for the Year 5 football match which took place on the Woollahra 1 turf. Our Year 5 teams seized the opportunity and delivered outstanding performances against Sydney Grammar.

On a brighter note, we had a fantastic day last Thursday at the K-2 Athletics Carnival. It was heartwarming to see all our students participate with such enthusiasm and display their sporting prowess across the 9 athletics stations. The event was a true testament to the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie that we strive to cultivate at Cranbrook Junior School.

I would like to extend a special thank you to all the parents who attended the Athletics Carnival. Your support and encouragement are invaluable to our students. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the parent versus children tug-of-war, where competitive spirits ran high and there was plenty of laughter. We look forward to the last weekend of winter sport before the school holiday break.

Yours in sport,

James Roughan
Head of Sport & PDHPE

Football

Despite adverse weather conditions forcing the cancellation of all other sports activities, we were thrilled that our Year 5 football matches could proceed as scheduled against Sydney Grammar. Our young athletes made the most of this fortune with strong victories in all four games.

Our Year 5 team displayed exceptional skill and teamwork, achieving victories across the grade against Sydney Grammar. The A team particularly stood out with their impressive passing and cohesive team performance. Their decision-making in the attacking zone is an area for continued focus.

In addition, the C team demonstrated outstanding commitment on defence, rising to the challenge in every instance and showcasing resilience throughout the games. Both the B and D teams exhibited fluid ball movement, highlighting their growing understanding of positional play and tactical awareness on the field.

Ben Rollison
Head of Football

Year 5 Football

Multi-Sports

In round 6 of Multi-Sports, students continued to develop their striking skills with great enthusiasm. Sportsmanship and effort in indoor football reached an all-time high, showcasing their dedication and teamwork. This week’s standout player was Sebastian G, recognised for his outstanding performance and spirit.

Josh Cohen
Assistant Head of Sport & PDHPE

Paul Kelly Cup

Paul Kelly Cup. The boys showed phenomenal enthusiasm – many of whom were playing AFL for the first time. The C’s, made up entirely of Year 5’s, faced tough opposition who were at times bigger and stronger, but that didn’t deter their consistent determination and willingness to persevere, a credit to those Year 5’s. The B’s brought that same energy equally. Despite starting off on the back foot, they showed great fight and rallied to dominate the last fixture! We’re poised for a very strong team next year.

Finally, the A’s were clinical in the pool matches. Some brilliant individual performances, coupled with strong team play, meant they only conceded 1 point across 3 games. Unfortunately, they narrowly fell short in the semi-finals by a point. A heartfelt congratulations to those Year 6s who played their final Paul Kelly Cup, and we look forward to seeing your involvement at the Senior School level next year.

Ed Procter
Coach

CIS Golf
Congratulations to Riley T for achieving a remarkable Top 10 finish out of 24 competitors at the NSW CIS Golf Championships, enduring challenging weather conditions at Belmont Golf Course. Riley’s resilience and pride in competing reflect a valuable experience gained from this year’s championship.