Little Leagues Winter Report – Round 9

Over the weekend, our athletes demonstrated some excellent performances across all sports demonstrating the continued development of our skills and teamwork throughout the season.

I would like to congratulate Cranbrook alumnus, Grae Morris, on securing a silver medal in wind surfing over the weekend at the Paris Olympic Games. He is a great example of what we as Cranbrookians can achieve when we focus and persevere on our passions.

The Olympic games is a great demonstration of global citizenship and a good opportunity to examine how we can embody the Olympic values in how we involve ourselves in sport at Cranbrook and beyond. We can foster the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect in our school sports programs to ensure not only athletic success but also personal development.

The Olympic Values are:

Excellence: We can strive for excellence by setting personal and team goals, engaging in regular practice, and celebrating improvements, no matter how small. By focusing on continuous improvement and pushing our limits, we can motivate each other to achieve our best both on and off the field.

Friendship: We can build strong bonds by encouraging each other, ensuring we have positive interactions, and celebrating each other’s successes. This can foster a sense of camaraderie and unity, making sports a more enjoyable and supportive environment for everyone.

Respect: We can instil respect by playing fair, understanding the importance of rules, listening to our coaches, and appreciating our opponents’ efforts. By emphasizing sportsmanship and integrity, we can create a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

As we go into the final round of winter sport, let’s keep these values at the forefront of our minds as we have a strong finish to the season.

Yours in sport,

James Roughan
Head of Sport

Rugby

Friday saw our coaches use innovative games to challenge the players’ development, and we were pleased with their growth. This set us up well for the Saturday matches.

Year 6 A: Won 38-12 vs Mossman Grammar School. Another victory kept the streak alive. Despite the win, tackling wasn’t up to standard, and forwards lacked spatial awareness. Clean outs were strong, and the backs moved the ball well. Sam S’s clinical exits saved the team several times. 

Year 5 B: Game 1: 6-1 win vs Knox. Game 2: 7-2 win vs Newington. Game 1 started late, but Leo R’s hard running and offloads helped Lachie B and Jerry W add to their try tallies. Game 2 had a similar outcome with strong offloading and hard running, continuing their undefeated streak.

Year 4 A: Win vs Scots 55-7. The team began with one Scots player added, making it 11 vs 11. They showed exceptional passing and advanced down the sidelines, leading to multiple tries. A standout moment was Seb S’s 80-meter soccer-style run for a try.

Year 4 B: Game 1: 8-3 win vs Knox. Game 2: 9-3 win vs Trinity. The team dominated early with strong carries and defence, maintaining possession well. The second game saw strong runs from Liam E and Sam Y, showcasing more skill with great offloads and expansive rugby.

Year 3 Red: Game 1: Loss 8-7 vs Shore. Game 2: Win 9-4 vs Knox. Flynn S and Gabriel V led the team in defence against Shore. Teddy H and Edward G’s impressive tackles helped secure a win against Knox.

Year 3 White: Game 1: Loss 4-6 vs Shore. Game 2: Win 6-4 vs Kings. Despite a tough first game, the students improved and showed great fight. The second game saw much better tackling, great passes, and offloads, with Hugo B’s dummy pass leading to a try.

This is our last week of rugby for the year. We are looking forward to our last two training sessions and finishing the season on a high!

Peter Dumbleton
Head of Rugby

Football

With blue skies overhead and perfect weather for football, Cranbrook Junior School enjoyed a fantastic day of fixtures. The teams delivered impressive performances, showcasing some fantastic football across various age groups.

Year 3 vs. Barker
The Year 3 teams had an outstanding day, with all age groups winning their games. The young players displayed exceptional talent and determination, collectively scoring a remarkable total of 28 goals. It was a clean sweep for Cranbrook, highlighting the bright future ahead for these budding footballers.

Year 4 vs. Trinity
The Year 4 teams also had a great day, narrowly missing out on a perfect record. The 4A team secured a significant 10-3 victory against Trinity, demonstrating their offensive prowess. The 4B team cruised to a solid 3-0 win, showing excellent defensive discipline. The 4C and 4D teams had tight games, both ending in draws, reflecting the competitive nature of the matches. The only narrow defeat came from the 4E team.

Year 5 vs. St Ignatius
Year 5 faced a strong St Ignatius side. The 5A team emerged victorious with a well-earned 5-2 win, showcasing their tactical acumen and teamwork. The 5B team had a hard-fought match, ending in a 0-0 draw. Despite a valiant effort, the 5C team went down 1-3, while the 5D team secured a confident 3-0 victory.

5B

5C

5D

Year 6 vs. Trinity
The Year 6 teams capped off the day with a dominant display. The 6A team overwhelmed Trinity with a resounding 10-1 win, exhibiting a high level of skill and coordination. The 6B team put on a strong performance, winning 4-2. Despite their best efforts, the 6C team faced a challenging match, resulting in a 2-4 loss.

Overall, it was a fantastic day of football for Cranbrook Junior School. The players displayed great sportsmanship and skill across all age groups. Congratulations to all the teams for their hard work and success. We look forward to the final round of fixtures next Saturday, as we conclude a fantastic season of football.

Ben Rollison
Head of Football

Tennis

Cranbrook 25-38  Grammar St Ives
Saturday saw Cranbrook Winter Tennis take on Grammar St Ives at Mutch Park Courts. The students were keen to play their first competitive match in a while due to the all the bad weather we have had. The students all played extremely well with several players playing up in higher positions due to a few absentees. Marcus O and Max H both played some great tennis in their doubles match losing narrowly 3-4 whilst Elias A and Kyran D won their doubles 5-2 overall. Special mention to Elias A who also played well to win his singles along with James C who won comfortably. Overall, Grammar St Ives got the better of us this time, but it was all very close.
The development group were back to it this week and played some internal matches along with some coaching.

Ben Higgins
Head of Tennis

Multi-sport

In Round 9 of Multi-sports, the students focused on refining their throwing, catching, and striking skills. They played Hardes Ball and Dodgeball, showcasing impressive agility and teamwork. With great communication, indoor football was highly competitive and enjoyable. The session was a great success, fostering both skill development and camaraderie. As we head into Round 10, the final week of Winter Multi Sports, the progress has been noticeable and commendable.

Josh Cohen
Assistant Head of Sport