Little League Sports Report – Round 8
Little League Winter Sport Reports Round 8
Welcome back to term 3 and the commencement of the winter season. I hope you are all well rested from the holidays and ready to put your energy into the last two rounds of winter sport. The winter snow sports season kicked off in excellent fashion in the holidays with some outstanding results in the Redlands cup. We also saw strong performances across all sports in round 8 of the winter season. With two rounds left of the winter season lets put our best into our performance and how we conduct ourselves at trainings and games.
Yours in sport,
James Roughan
Head of JS Sport & PDHPE
Snow Sports Redlands Cup
In the last week of the School holidays, Cranbrook Junior School and Senior School students competed in the Redlands Cup and the Sydney Interschools Snowsport Championships at Thredbo. 73 boys represented Cranbrook, from Kindergarten to Year 12 throughout the week. It was a tough competition and the conditions were not always favourable. However, we are pleased to report that Cranbrook performed exceptionally well, with some outstanding team and individual results, particularly in the Junior School.
Division 4
Alpine
2nd place team, Silver Podium finish (Charlie Roberts, Oli Klaas, Jasper Lee, Rhys Au)
1st place individual, Gold Podium finish for Charlie Roberts
Moguls
4th place team (Oli Klaas, Rhys Au, Jansen Jiang)
Ski Cross
3rd place team, Bronze Podium finish (Charlie Roberts, Oli Klaas, Rhys Au)
Snowboard GS
5th place team (Sam Spry, Charlie Roberts)
Snowboard Cross
5th Place team (Charlie Roberts, Sam Spry)
Division 5
Alpine
2nd place team, Silver Podium finish (James Cowan, Oliver Mckelvey, Hugo Croft, Joshua Horth)
2nd place individual, Silver Podium finish for James Cowan
Sebastian Salter and Imanol Plante also qualified for State individually in the top 15
Moguls
Ist place team, Gold Podium Finish (Hugo Croft, James Cowan, Joshua Horth)
Sebastian Salter qualified individually in 7th place
Ski Cross
3rd place team, Bronze Podium finish (James Cowan, Oliver Mckelvey, Hugo Croft)
3rd place individual, Bronze Podium finish for James Cowan
Sebastian Salter and Xavier Fern qualified for State with individual 4th and 11th place finishes
Snowboard Cross
Cohen Salamon individually qualified for State in 7th place
Division 6
Alpine
2nd place team, Silver Podium finish (Wynn Au, Orlando Fern, Ryan Shi, William Britten-Jones)
2nd place individual, Silver Podium finish for Orlando Fern
5th place team (Sam Cowan, William Zahra, Oscar Cochineas)
Ski Cross
2nd Place team, Silver Podium finish (Orlando Fern, Wynn Au, Ryan Shi)
2nd place individual, Silver Podium finish for Orlando Fern
Football Round 8
Year 6A Football
BYE
Year 6B Football
BYE
Year 6C Football
Cranbrook 6Cs football had an exciting 2-2 draw against Tudor House. Thomas A and Jack H found the back of the net, contributing to the team’s overall performance marked by determination, passion, and hunger. A special mention goes to Thomas A for his selflessness in coming to help out the team when they had a bye, demonstrating true sportsmanship.
Year 5A Football
Cranbrook 5As football faced a tough challenge, losing 3-1 against Barker. Kaspar B scored the sole goal for Cranbrook. Despite the result, Alexander T showcased strong defending, while Jacob B’s improvement in the forward positions did not go unnoticed.
Year 5B Football
Year 5C Football
Year 4A Football
In a closely contested match, Cranbrook 4As football suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Newington, marking their first loss in two seasons. Despite the result, Minato Y displayed dominance in the midfield, creating numerous chances for the attackers. Oliver P’s solid defensive performance almost led to a clean sheet, only conceding on the very last kick of the game.
Year 4B Football
Year 4C Football
Cranbrook 4Cs football celebrated a well-deserved 3-1 victory against Newington, thanks to goals from Jack F, Liam S, and Henry R. Jack F’s outstanding display in both attack and defence stood out, as he continuously ran the whole game and communicated effectively with his teammates.
Year 4D Football
In a dominant performance, Cranbrook 4Ds football secured an impressive 7-0 win against Newington. Sam I’s goal-scoring prowess was on full display, netting an impressive four goals. Tom W contributed with two goals, while Jonathan K added one to complete the comprehensive victory.
Year 3A Football
In a thrilling match, Cranbrook 3As football emerged victorious with a commanding 7-3 win against Kings. Teddy B, Eddie C, Tristan O, and Paulie L showcased their goal-scoring prowess, securing the team’s triumph. A special mention goes to Louis B for his unwavering positive communication on the field, which contributed to the team’s cohesive performance.
Year 3B Football
In an intense battle, Cranbrook 3Bs football secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Kings. Wren L and Alfie L-B displayed their scoring abilities, ensuring the team’s success. Goalkeeper William J stood out with two superb saves, while Luca S impressed with a brilliant turn and pass. However, it was Alfie L’s relentless work ethic throughout the game that truly stood out, setting the tone for the team’s impressive performance.
Year 3C Football
Cranbrook 3Cs football dominated the field, clinching a convincing 4-0 win against Redlands. Archie S, Joshua L, Thomas C, and Alex P found the back of the net, showcasing the team’s attacking prowess. Harry N demonstrated exceptional teamwork and composure on the ball, while Joshua L’s commitment and defensive efforts added strength to the team’s backline.
Year 3D Football
In an outstanding display of skill, Cranbrook 3Ds football triumphed with a resounding 7-0 victory against Redlands. Otto H shone with a remarkable hat-trick and stellar passing play. Alongside him, Heiji C, Liam E, and Oliver B each contributed with crucial goals. Additionally, Rafael K’s teamwork and defensive efforts were instrumental in securing a clean sheet for the team.
Year 3E Football
Cranbrook 3Es football showcased their dominance with a decisive 4-0 win against Kings. Emilio I played a pivotal role, scoring two goals and also impressing as a goalkeeper in the second half. Luke K also stood out for his exceptional contributions on both ends of the field, ensuring a well-deserved victory for the team.
Year 3F Football
In an impressive performance, Cranbrook 3Fs secured a convincing 5-0 win against Kings. Bailey K and Remy G showcased their goal-scoring abilities, propelling the team to victory. However, it was Beckett C who stole the show with his exceptional efforts around the pitch, earning him the well-deserved title of the man of the match.
Rugby Round 7
Year 6A Rugby
Despite the result, 6As displayed commendable effort on the field in their match against Waverley, with Michael I standing out for his good tackles and energy throughout the game. Harry R showcased strong defensive work, winning the ball back several times, while James R delivered a solid performance in his first game back from injury.
Year 6B Rugby
The 6Bs had a successful weekend, securing two strong wins against St Andrews (20-15) and Scots (40-30). Lachie R-W, Sol G, Max C, Elvis L, and Max N all contributed with impressive try-scoring performances. Elvis and Lachie’s excellent running abilities were evident, and Max N’s effort and aggression in defence were particularly noteworthy.
Year 5A Rugby
In an impressive performance, 5As defeated Newington 26-12, with Oliver H, Xavier M, and Charlie R contributing with crucial tries. Oliver H dominated the game with his exceptional kicking game, while Joseph L, Charlie H, and Hughie W played with great enthusiasm and effort throughout.
Year 5B Rugby
The 5Bs had two closely contested games against Barker and Shore. Louie B, Oliver F, Jack R, and Raphael G were among the try-scorers. Jack R’s proactive approach and technical tackling proved vital in defence.
Year 4A Rugby
In an exciting and high-scoring match, 4As rugby faced a tough loss against Scots, with a final score of 43-27. Jasper M, Col O, and Jimmy C were among the try-scorers. Jasper M’s standout performance, along with Barnaby W and Henry W having their best games to date, were some positive aspects to take away from the game.
Year 4B Rugby
The year 4Bs had challenging fixtures against Sydney Grammar and Scots, showing immense effort and determination until the final whistle in both matches. Cranbrook displayed great passages of attacking rugby, entertaining the crowd with some impressive tries. Notably, their defensive efforts and cleaning out improved significantly in the second game, boding well for their upcoming fixtures.
Year 3 Red Rugby
3Red rugby had an exceptional weekend with two impressive wins, defeating Newington 20-10 and Kings 30-0. Ben H, Luca M, and Jack P showcased their try-scoring abilities, but it was Ben H who stood out with excellent ball running and pivotal try-scoring contributions against Newington. Seb S’s toughness and determination were evident on both offensive and defensive fronts, as he fearlessly put his body on the line for the team’s benefit.
Year 3 White Rugby
3White faced a tough challenge against St Aloysius, ultimately losing 20-15. Theodore C and William S displayed their try-scoring prowess, while Michael L showcased brilliant running rugby. Theodore C’s brave tackling, William S’s barnstorming ball carrying, and Michael L’s exceptional running skills were notable highlights.
Tennis Round 8
There was a very enthusiastic start to Winter Tennis in Term 3. Despite the chilly air, it was smiles all round as the boys warmed up with a variety of games and stretches. Once in their groups, students listened carefully to the advice of their coaches while they worked on finishing their swings, putting weight into backhands, and running into positions to take both forehands and backhands. As I moved through the groups, I was very impressed with the accuracy of many of the serves and the clear communication between the boys when playing. At the end of activities, groups came together to reflect on what went well and how play could be improved for next time. The session finished with games across the courts giving the boys a chance to apply the skills they had been working on.
Multi-Sports Round 8
The Multi sports squad continued after the break with an impressive attitude and performance on game day in the gymnasium. Kingston T, Harry D were busy in attack and Henry M scored a brilliant goal from outside the box. James B is becoming an inspiring leader for his team. All boys are to be congratulated on their commitment to developing their skills.
