Primary Sport News

All Term 2 Saturday sport competitions begin this week. This term, we have two IPSHA Minkey/Hockey teams, six IPSHA Netball teams, and three Year 3 Touch Football teams entered into the respective competitions. Good luck to all teams for their first round of games, and a reminder that all players are expected to follow the SCEGGS Sports Values when representing the School at sport.

A few reminders for Saturday sport:

Check Clipboard for all game and training times and locations.
All players are expected to be at the venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
In the case of any changes (such as wet weather), parents will be notified via Clipboard.
Please provide teams space during games and team talks i.e. not standing in or close to the substitute area, being off the field/court during team talks and games etc.
For any absences from Tuesday training sessions, please contact the relevant sports coordinator.
For any absences from Saturday games, approved leave is needed from Mrs Demspsey at least one week prior to the game.

Also, a quick reminder for all parents and supporters of the following, taken from the IPSHA guidelines:

Focus on the efforts and performance of the children rather than the result.
Children play organised sports for fun. They are not playing for spectators’ entertainment, nor are they miniature professionals.
Applaud good performances and efforts from each team. Congratulate all participants upon their performance regardless of the game’s outcome.
Respect the officials’ decision.
Never ridicule or scold a child for making a mistake during a competition.
Positive comments are motivational and encourage continued effort.
Show respect for your team’s opponents. Without them there would be no game.
Encourage players to follow the rules and the officials’ decisions.
Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour by not using foul language, or harassing players, coaches or officials.
Comments should not interfere with the running of the game.

Year 1 AFL Team

A few Year 1 students have been heavily involved in AFL and play in a club team for the Moore Park Tigers. The girls kicked off their season last Saturday with a strong game against Maroubra Saints. The team had a positive start to the season, played well, and even scored a few goals. Another highlight for them was singing the team song at the end. Well done to the team and great to see them enjoying their AFL.

Important Sports Dates:

Saturday 2 May: Year 3 Touch Football, IPSHA Minkey/Hockey and IPSHA Netball competitions commence (check Clipboard for times and locations).
Thursday 18 June: Primary Athletics Carnival (K-6).

Have a wonderful week and all the best to all our Saturday sport teams for their first round!

Mr Adrian Hammond
Primary Sport Coordinator