Primary Sport News

Week 1 IPSHA Results

IPSHA Minkey/Hockey commenced last weekend across various venues. It was a promising start to the season for our three SCEGGS teams. The 6A team had a close win, defeating Wenona 3-1, including accurate passing and shooting from Giselle Wharton (Year 6). The 5A team had a convincing 5-0 win against Ravenswood, showing excellent ball movement.

A big shout out to the 5B team, who were involved in one of the weekend’s most exciting games. The team played with no reserves and although narrowly lost 5-6, the team clawed their way back into the game and almost snatched a last-minute draw. Special mention to Olivia Yeo (Year 5) for her fearless tackles, and Ella Hyland (Year 4) for her skilful dribbling. Most importantly, the girls did an exciting job exhibiting the SCEGGS Sports Values, including grit and determination. We are proud of your efforts!

IPSHA Code of Conduct

A reminder of the IPSHA Code of Conduct for all IPSHA sports:

• Children play organised sports for fun. They are not playing for the entertainment of spectators only, 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, harassing players, coaches or officials.
• Comments should not interfere with the running of the game.
• Focus on the efforts and performance of the children rather than the result.

Commitment to SCEGGS Co-Curricular Sport

Regular physical activity is an essential part of promoting positive health and wellbeing. Building relationships, fostering sportsmanship and teamwork is another element of co-curricular sport. We expect a full commitment to all co-curricular sporting activities at SCEGGS. Students and parents should be respectful of the impact that any absence has on team sport: their teammates, the opposition, the coach, and the reputation of the School.

To be eligible for recognition on school reports, students must attend a minimum of 75% of scheduled training sessions and matches. All absences must be communicated using the following guidelines:

• Parents and guardians are to request written permission for leave from Mrs Dempsey at least one week in advance of the sporting fixture.
• If a student is sick on a Saturday, a parent/guardian must email or message the relevant coach and Sport Co-ordinator, explaining their absence as soon as possible.
• If a student is unable to attend a training session, a parent is to notify the relevant Sports Co-ordinator.

AFL Paul Kelly Cup – Years 5 and 6

The Paul Kelly Cup is an AFL competition taking place across various venues in Term 2. It is designed to engage and introduce students to the game of AFL. Students in Years 5 and 6 are eligible to participate.

Please send expressions of interest to Adrian Hammond.

Upcoming Dates:

A reminder that any changes to sports, including cancellations, will be made through Clipboard. Please ensure you  have the Clipboard ‘App’ saved to your mobile home screen with push notifications enabled, to receive the most up to date information.

Have a wonderful week!

Mr Adrian Hammond
Primary Sports Coordinator